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John Scott Obituary
He leaves his loving wife of 56 years, Millicent Paterson Scott of Holden; his children, Linda Scott and daughter-in-law Rebecca Sherer of Northampton and Angela Scott Henderson, son-in-law David Henderson, and granddaughter Carly Henderson of Avon, CT. He was born in Philadelphia, PA. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1945-1947. He received a BA from New York University, an MSW from Boston University, and a Ph.D. from Brandeis University.
Dr. Scott was affiliated with the Worcester Youth Guidance Center starting in 1953 and served as the Director from 1968-1985. In addition, he was the first chairman of the Worcester Human Rights Committee from 1968-1970; a consultant to the Worcester Police Department Training Academy from 1953-1986 and active in many civic organizations. He had a private psychology practice in Worcester for over 50 years.
He was an Associate Professor of Psychiatry UMASS Medical School; an Attending Psychologist at Saint Vincent Hospital; a former Associate Professor of Mental Health at Heller Graduate School, Brandeis University; and former Assistant Professor of Sociology at the College of the Holy Cross. He was a noted lecturer on community mental health topics and clinical hypnosis. He received numerous awards and honors including Martin Luther King Scholarship Foundation Citizenship Award, the Junior Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Young Man of 1962, and the Bardwell H Flower Award.
He loved his family and work, bicycle riding and dogs. He was a gentle caring man who will be missed by all.
Calling hours will be held from 6-8 PM on Friday, October 24, in the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 25, at 2:00 PM in All Saints Church, 10 Irving St, Worcester. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the YMCA, 1724 Christian St., Philadelphia, PA 19146; Notre Dame LTC, 559 Plantation St., Worcester, MA 01605; or a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Robert Spence
November 15, 2008
Dear Millie,
I'm sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was a wonderful person and friend. He will be missed by so many people that he helped in their lives. May the Lord keep you and the girls.
Ann & Michael Chumsae
October 25, 2008
Dr Scott will always be remembered by both of us with graditude and the highest respect in which we had for him.He went to the ends of the earth to help our family when my husband became ill at an early age.He was our guardian angel,one of the most dedicated,caring and compasionate physicians who loved his profession and really cared to the extreme to make life better for all who seek his expertise.Dr Scott will always be in our hearts and minds.Our sincere sympathy to his family.
George and Denise Taylor
October 25, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Liz McIntyre
October 24, 2008
Angela and Family,
You have my heartfelt condolences. A great Dad and husband is a wonderful gift. My thoughts are with you.
Daniel Henderson
October 22, 2008
My deepest sympathies for the entire family and the numerous people whose lives were touched by Dr. Scott. He was a great inspiration to me when I went through a medical treatment which left me feeling tired and depressed. It was such a pleasure to be with him during many holidays and family get-togethers. He is the most genuine and caring person I've ever met. He will be missed by many!
Cheeneah Armstrong
October 22, 2008
I met Dr. Scott at a social gathering in his daughter Angela's home. He was such a gracious man with a generous nature and a lovely ability to make all feel welcome. His passing is a great loss for all who were fortunate enough to make his acquaintance.
Paula Freeman
October 21, 2008
Dear Millie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Scott was a dear friend to my mother and to our family. I will remember his gentle manner,his sincerity and his compassion for all people.
May your memories keep him alive and give you solace at this diffficult time.
Paula Freeman
Liz P
October 21, 2008
Dr. Scott helped me through a tough time during my teens. He was encouraging and always believed in the best of me. I will be thankful forever for his kindness and patience during a bad time. God bless you all.
Chris F
October 20, 2008
These words will not have the same healing capabilties that Dr. Scotts words had on me, but I wish you much love in this time of loss, bless you all. I hope he is on that beach with the beautifull ocean rolling in and smiling on us all, knowing that in life he made a million differences.
Paul Danahy
October 20, 2008
I have carried with me the valuable lessons learned from Dr.Scott during his Crisis Intervention training at the Worcester Police Academy.He was a very special man.
Terry
October 20, 2008
Dr. Scott, you were already and angel to many while you were here on earth. Thanks for helping me up from the abyss and for keeping me afloat for a while. You touched me so deeply and I don't think I ever got the chance to tell you that.
Janet Freeman
October 19, 2008
my deepest condolences ,Dr Scott was a wonderful compasionate man, who was a great friend to my loving mother Anita. I am very saddened by the news of his passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Janet Freeman
jen
October 19, 2008
Dr Scott treated me when i was 21 years old.
I thank God for him most days. I am deeply saddened by his passing and I just love him.
I feel the best thing I can do in his honor is to help people out the way he helped me. and I will do that. He loved is wife, and his granddaughter and his entire family.
Dr Scott....i just love you to pieces.
You are an angel.
jen
Tom Belezarian (worc police ret)
October 19, 2008
Millie & the Scott family
I miss the laughs we had at the Academy and the many lunches we had together. A fine stand up guy and a good friend. He will be missed. I have thought of him often.
Lois Green
October 19, 2008
Millie
Jack was very important in my life. He helped me edit a paper never having met me before;my husband Bob served on the Youth Guidence Board with him; and Jack helped Bob give up smoking and provided us with counsel and support as we were dealing with the death of a year and a half old grandson. He was always there for us and legions of others. I hope you have wonderful memories of him that will help you through this sad time.
Love
Lois Green
Steve Wojnar
October 19, 2008
I wanted to pass along my condolences to Mrs. Scott and the entire family on the passing of Dr. Scott. He was an instructor of mine at the Worcester Police Academy many years ago and I believe the lessons he and the others taught us really assited us in our careers. He was a well respected professional. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family on your loss.
With sympathy,
Chief Steve Wojnar
Dudley Police Department
Marilyn Fuller
October 19, 2008
A man who had a positive affect on our family. For Dr. Scott, we will be forever grateful and he will live on in our hearts and minds forever. Our condolences to his family on their loss of a very special, gifted man who touched the lives of many. Dick and Marilyn Fuller and family.
Dr. Timothy C. Hoffman
October 19, 2008
Thank you fro serving our country. Thank you for serving the mental health community. May you Rest In Peace.
Bunny Gordon
October 19, 2008
I never would have established a private practice that has lasted for over 30 years without the help of Jack Scott. His legacy is enormous; his generosity of spirit unmatchable.My condolences to his family -- his was a life well-lived
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