John Fay Scott

1950 - 2023

John Fay Scott obituary, 1950-2023

John Fay Scott

1950 - 2023

BORN

1950

DIED

2023

John Scott Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ligon & Bobo Funeral Home from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2023.

Publish in a newspaper

Mr. John Fay Scott age 72 of Lebanon and Murfreesboro passed away January 15, 2023, at American House. Born August 19, 1950, he was the son of the late John Fay Scott and Rose Nell Carmack Scott. He retired from Bridgestone in Lavergne with twenty years of service and the Army National Guard 269th Murfreesboro with the rank of Master Sergeant E-8 with twenty years of service. He was a member of Beckwith Missionary Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by three brothers: Charles Carmack, Edward, and Billy Scott; three sisters: Bessie and Virginia Scott and Dortha Williams.

Survivors include his wife, Kathy Goolsby Robinson Scott; three children: Amy (Rod) Deberry, Ryan (Maria) Scott, Chad Scott; step-daughter, Tina (Anthony) Driver; seven grandchildren: Will and Matthew Deberry, Ben, Penelope and Hudson Scott, Alec and Mason Scott; two brothers: Elmer (Diane) Scott, George (Donna) Scott; sister, Thelma Rogers.

Family and friends will assemble for graveside services with full military honors on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the Conatser Cemetery on Berea Church Rd., Lebanon, with Eld. Danny Tomlinson officiating.

LIGON & BOBO FUNERAL HOME, in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor John Scott's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign John Scott's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?