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Billy Scott Obituary
Bill Kopald with the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame said Scott died from pancreatic and liver cancer Saturday at his home in Charlotte.
Born Peter Pendleton in Huntington, W. Va., he sang with various groups while in the Army. After he was discharged in 1964, he changed his name and with his wife, Barbara, in 1966 began recording as The Prophets. Their first gold record was 1968's "I Got the Fever." Other hits included "California" and "Seaside Love" as the Georgia Prophets.
The group recorded a number of hits in the 1970s in the beach music genre, a regional variant of R&B. Scott was inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame in 1999.
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285 Entries
Danny Liles
January 5, 2020
Billy was a great performer and gentleman, he is certainly missed.
sam garris
April 14, 2019
Billy was a best friend. He was a great guy. Billy was a friend, brother and is so missed by all. God bless you Billy. A brother forever. R.I.P.
April 4, 2018
Billy and I met many years ago and remained friends until his death, he often sent me postcards from around the world as he toured. He is missed! Princess M Walden
October 12, 2016
The uk northern soul scene has lost one of its all time greats ,i got the fever will never leave me after all these years . Rip billy we loved you
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Cassie J. Fox
January 2, 2013
Billy was an enormously talented man, with an enormously large heart. One of the most well loved gentleman & gentle man I have ever known & worked with.I miss him so much already,our Monday morning sometimes 2 hour music biz calls, filled with laughter and excitement. For of Billy's career and his new hit single was headed in a fresh, new direction. . Billy's legacy in music & video will continue to play around the world . Cassie J. Fox - Host: Soul Of The Blues With Cassie CJ Fox
December 5, 2012
Billy was truly a great artist!!! Had a chance to talk with him after a show in Myrtle Beach. Both of us were from Huntington, WV, and had a good time talking about favorite place to eat!!! He and his music will truly be missed, but not forgotten!!!
December 5, 2012
With sincere condolences to Billy Scott family. Eccl.9:5. J. G. Ellenwood Ga.
Darlene Williams-Anderson
November 30, 2012
To the Family of Billy Scott,I want to express my heartfelt sympathy and may the hearer of prayers give you the comfort needed to endurance this sad and grieving time Psalm 65:2.
Anita Clawson Brown
November 30, 2012
Gail my heart goes out to you and your family. Continue to lean on the Lord!!!
Billy Payne
November 28, 2012
Dear Mrs. Scott, I'm so saddened to hear this news. May the Good Lord take hold of your hand during this time. I met Billy at the Tamarack on Jan 1st this year when I performed that day.We exchanged cd's and we spoke about our music and it was a nice conversation about us both being from WV. I thought how cool that such a Legend came by to talk to me and listen to my music. He was so nice and I enjoyed talking with him. He sure made this country singer feel good. I was just getting to know Billy, he called me and let me know about his birthday party. I wish I could have been there. What a true Legend he was he will be Greatly missed, Sincerely, Billy Payne
LEANDER AND DONNA BLACKMON
November 28, 2012
YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED !!!! THANK YOU FOR BEING A GREAT FRIEND ! WE WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR GAIL AND THIR FAMILY! R.I.P.
November 28, 2012
Gail, Eddie & I are deeply saddened by the demise of your devoted husband Billy and our special friend who will forever be remembered in our hearts. We always enjoyed his company and his wonderful humor. May you have peace in knowing that Billy is now in heaven and he is suffering free.
Love, The Rays
william millen
November 28, 2012
May our God bless your family.stay strong and know he"s with the good lord above.
Molly Askins
November 27, 2012
We have lost a legendary entertainer and an individual who touched thousands of people with his music and kind nature. I will miss you Billy.
Sheila Snipes Smith
November 27, 2012
Always a gentleman and a true legend!
Sam Garris
November 27, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Billy , RIP U R the Man.
Scott Adams
November 27, 2012
Gail it was a real honor meeting and sp;eaking to you today. You & the rest of the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Billy my friend RIP
Judy Brown
November 27, 2012
You will be truly missed by all of us in the beach music family. Your style, personality and that GREAT SMILE will be remembered by all.
Christy Dorn
November 27, 2012
You will be truly missed by all those who knew you and were touched by your music. I promise to carry on and never let the oldies/beach music die. You have always been an inspiration to me and countless others. I'm gonna miss you dear friend. Love you Christy Dorn & Sydney
claudia lemert
November 27, 2012
My deepest sympathy to your family. You will be in my praayers.
November 26, 2012
Our thoughts & prayers are with your family, Billy! You gave so much to us and asked for so little...you & your music with live on forever...your will never be forgotten! WE Love you! Susie Simmerson Beaver and Randy Simmerson
November 26, 2012
I am sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. Your family has my deepest sympathies. May the "God that supplies endurance and comfort" be with your family during this difficult time. -Romans 15:5
— A. Williams, Charlotte, North Carolina
Doug DeBias
November 26, 2012
You have left a message on earth. now be with God in heaven...
Doug DeBias
November 26, 2012
He made the world a better place while he was here. now he is in a better place.
Bonnie Neal
November 26, 2012
Billy was an all-around great man. You have my deepest heartfelt condolences. I know the pain of losing a husband and sincerely pray God eases your pain. I cherish the memories of him and Rick. I loved hearing him sing 'She walks like an angel walks' during the pageants. Heaven has a new angel in its choir. Gail, please keep in touch. Love ya, Bonnie
JIM MACDONALD
November 26, 2012
GAIL AND FAMILY,BILLY MOVED UPSTAIRS AND IS SAVING US A SEAT.HE HAD A GREAT RUN AND LEFT US ALL WITH WONDERFUL MEMORIES.BILLY,YOU DID YOUR JOB AND DID IT WELL.
Linda
November 25, 2012
My condolences to the family. May "the God of all comfort"... 2Cor.1:3 be with you during your time of sorrow.
Sarah Withrow Duncan
November 25, 2012
Extending my sympathy to the family. What an awesome person and entertainer. Just saw Billy, Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs, and Clifford Curry at the Don Gibson Theater in Shelby not too long ago. What a great memory I'll have. Sarah Withrow Duncan
Donna Allen
November 25, 2012
Billy was a good friend and person. I had the pleasure of meeting him over 25 years ago. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at such a difficult time.
James Edwards
November 25, 2012
I will miss Billy very much. He was a good friend to me and my late wife. He attended her funeral when she died. He was the best. RIP my friend.
November 25, 2012
Thank you Billy for your music and your kindness. Charlotte, NC
Cruz Moreno
November 25, 2012
R. I. P.
November 24, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
November 24, 2012
You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for your family during this challenging time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. John 17:3
Jewel Thomas Gipson
November 24, 2012
Gail, my most heartfelt condolences for for loss. Billy was an awesome guy in every way! I will keep you in my prayers.
Jewel Thomas Gipson
November 24, 2012
Pete, I'm going to miss you but I know that you're on that old Gospel Ship, dancing and shouting! My prayers are with Sonia and family, Paula family and my family. Thanks Pete. for your beautiful gift of song with the personality to boot.
R.I.P. Cuz
Jeffrey Spear
November 24, 2012
Billy has been a great friend for many years.I will always remember the fun times we had when he came to town.God Bless you Buddy.Till we meet again
L Johnson
November 24, 2012
Sorry to hear about your untimely loss. May the God of all comfort give you, family and friends the strength to endure during this difficult time. Psalms 46.1
The Colley Family
November 24, 2012
May the God of all comfort be with your family. Psalms 55:22..please accept our condolences.
Albert Williams
November 24, 2012
To Mrs Gail Scott and Family, I light this candle as a symbol of the love, respect and appreciation that Billy And I shared. He was a caring man, who loved The Lord and his Family. During the two years that we traveled together doing shows, we demonstrated "brotherly love" toward each other. As Mr. Billy Scott Rest In Peace now, he will always be my brother and my friend until the end of time...On Behalf of The Al Williams Band, we the members, past and present, extend our sincere condolences in the loss of your loved one, Billy. Some of us knew him personally and others knows of his "legacy ". He will be sadly missed. Our prayers to the Family and Friends. May He Rest In Peace. Al Williams/ Al Williams Band
Albert Williams
November 23, 2012
I will never forget the love that bonded between Billy and I during the 2yrs that we traveled together. We experienced many exciting things that we ventured into during those years. We had some OUTSTANDING shows together. Most of all, there was so much appreciation shown between us while we traveled together and developed genuine RESPECT for each other. Billy will ALWAYS be my brother, my friend until the end of time. Rest In Peace Man...? Al Williams Al Williams Band
November 23, 2012
You have my sincere sympathy, and I pray that your family
receives the strength and endurance God has for you all.
God's Blessings to you.
The Shannon Family
Nikki San Martino
November 23, 2012
My family and I share in the passing of Billy.We always love to see and hear Billy and the Tams sing and perform.Our last opportunity to attend a performance was August 2012.Family and friends,the precious memories of Billy are legacies of "LOVE".
Freddie & Portrice Rucker
November 23, 2012
Gail,Sonia,Paula and Lisa We will continue to pray for you all.
Portrice RUCKER
November 23, 2012
Billy will always be remembered in my heart.My prayers are with the family and friends.I will miss you ,my sweet and dear cousin.May you rest in peace.
Manuel Spookey Esparza
November 23, 2012
Billy you will be missed. Thanks for being a friend to me. Your song "Beach Trip," will always be a favorite of mine.
Manuel "Spookey" Esparza
Orange, California
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Debora Daniels
November 23, 2012
Billy Scott. Was and is a good Singer I love his music to his family. Sorry. On your. Lost. He's in good. Hands. Now. Gods hands.
November 22, 2012
So sorry for the loss of such a great man. He will always be remembered through his music, his kindness, his smile and his ability to make people happy. Gone but not forgotten. I continue to pray for his family and friends...may he rest in peace.
November 22, 2012
My condolences to SCOTT family during this time of grief.
Lauren Danielson
November 22, 2012
The world has surely lost a great entertainer ...Loved his music! Prayers are being sent to his family
November 22, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I know losing a loved one is hard to go through, will keep you in my prayers.
James and Gloria Coppedge
November 22, 2012
Thank you for singing my song GLORIA. You are sining in heavenly choir, proably trying to lead. In our prayers Gailand family. Gloria
Libby Ash
November 22, 2012
On this day of Thanksgiving, I am so thankful for all the laughter Billy brought to so many!! He will truly be missed, but will live on in our hearts forever. Until we meet again......
HR Braggs
November 22, 2012
Dear Scott Family, Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May you look forward to a time when this verse comes true "And He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away".-
Jimmy & Darlene Harrison
November 22, 2012
Our most sincere & heartfelt condolences for your loss. Our prayers will be with your entire family. God bless.
Farewell
David J Bhaltazhar Esq
November 22, 2012
God Bless You.
J. Wilson
November 22, 2012
Condolences to the family of Billy Scott. May you experience the comfort that God gives to those that throw their burdens on Him.
C R
November 22, 2012
We are sorry for your loss. I've enjoyed Billy Scott's music for many years. May the God of comfort sustain your family during this time of sorrow.
Joe
November 21, 2012
Billy Scott, so many years of keeping it up and staying with what he loved and boosted to a higher level the music that helped open doors for many that followed to this day!
patricia childers
November 21, 2012
A bright and shining star
forever will shine in our heart and
in heaven as it did here on earth.
as we listen to Billy's music, and remember his caring and loving ways
ber his wonderful caring ways.
Shameika R
November 21, 2012
I'm so glad I got the opportunity to see Mr. Scott perform. He was absolutely amazing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this time.
November 21, 2012
Billy with his groups have given beach music fans a lot of pleasure over the years. he will be missed.
Jeannie Floyd Webster
November 21, 2012
Billy, you were a bright and shining Light in this world...your beach music family will carry on your wonderful unforgettable songs, videos, smiles...truly "To know You, was to Love You"...RIP... We miss you with all our hearts and souls.
November 21, 2012
My heartfelt condolences to the family and fans, of Mr. Billy Scott. May you be comforted by reflecting on the many wonderful memories that you will cherish forever. Also you can look forward to a end to all causes of death and the grief it brings.
Mary Wilson Perez
November 21, 2012
This is truly a loss we were all blessed to know him he had so much compassion for people and their causes,all the times he played for our trust (The Karen Chandler Cancer trust) and all the other things he did we were all very lucky to know and love him that smile will never go away so we are all left with the wonderful memories. Our prayer are with you gail and all family.just remember all good and great memories you have and no one can take that away from you.( All the board members of the Karen Chandler trust) May the peace and love of God be with all of you
Chris Freeman
November 21, 2012
What a great person..He will be missed by all...Our prayers go out to the Scott family!! One of my favorites! I'm not drunk ...I'm just drinking! !!!
November 21, 2012
May you find true comfort from or Heavenly Father. 1Cor. 1:3
KEN&MARY O'DANIEL
November 21, 2012
WE ARE SENDING OUR LOVE,PRAYERS,&CONDOLENCES TO THE SCOTT FAMILY,FRIENDS,FANS,&ALL WHO KNEW MR. SCOTT.
Lynne Philmon
November 21, 2012
May god bless you & your family & give them strenght as these days follow.you will be missed.
Lynne Philmon
November 21, 2012
You will truely be missed.i always enjoyed your music.Very talented & kind person.
EG
November 21, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pam Durham
November 21, 2012
Billy will sorely be missed. I consider it a privilege to have known such a wonderful and giving entertainer. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
Jill
November 21, 2012
May God bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Phillipians 4:7 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.-John 14:18
COL (R) Baron Hignite
November 21, 2012
Billy, your musical talents were evident, but you personal traits, such as your generosity and spirit were, as well. I remember you calling me up to sing with you in High Point, NC years ago and making me feel welcome. You were outstanding and made this world a better place.
EventZone.org
November 21, 2012
One of the better acts at Roanoke's Party in the Park. Rest in Peace.
Ian Sutherland
November 21, 2012
A musician never dies as long as his music is played.
Ron Henderson Jr
November 21, 2012
Billy was a dear and respected friend of mine whom I loved to see every day. His smile and his energy could light up a room
Yvonne Pearson
November 21, 2012
Thank you for sharing your God gifted talent with us. Your music will live in our heart and memories. Rest in peace my friend
November 21, 2012
Our condolences to you. May you find comfort in these words. Psalm 147:3
Maria Leidy
November 21, 2012
I hope the heavens enjoy you voice as we did here on earth. Thanks for the wonderful memories and the decades of music you shared with us.
November 21, 2012
Great entertainer.. you will be missed.. Prayers for family and friends.
November 21, 2012
May the God of comfort and peace be with the Scott's family.
November 21, 2012
A Real Gentleman...you will truly be missed.. RIP
November 21, 2012
Loved the song chitlins at dawn
Ted & Bj Taylor
November 21, 2012
Billy, you have left us...but you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace our friend. And to your family, may the wonderful memories you shared bring you comfort. God be with you always!
November 21, 2012
Offering my deepest condolences during this difficult time, I'm so very sorry for your loss, death is something we are never prepared for, but please find comfort in knowing God has promised He will do away with sickness, pain and death for His word is truth.
Kathy Loredo
November 21, 2012
Billy was one of the finest and he will be missed dearly. His music will live on forever in our hearts. May God be with you and comfort you during this time of sorrow,
Cine Hammett
November 21, 2012
You will be sorely missed. Thank you for sharing so much to us all...
fran hughes
November 21, 2012
Another brilliant singer gone but not forgotten Ur music will live on xx
RICHARD HARGROVE
November 21, 2012
Mr.Billy Scott was a wonderful man. Plus He had a great voice, I met Billy back in 1980 working at a club Called Xanadu.and again at the Spanish Galleon. plus my X Mother in law Judy Collins did a Few projects with Billy which were " MY KIND OF GIRL & THE CHRISTMAS SONG. BROWNED EYED GIRL.
I will miss you Billy. May GOD give your Wife and Family Comfort. Thank you - LOVE DJ RICH
Harriet Coffey
November 21, 2012
To the family of Billy Scott, I extend my deepest condolences. Billy Scott was the consummate gentleman, the ultimate showman and an all round great guy. There are no words to express the void his passing leaves. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace dear man.
Dale Jordan
November 20, 2012
There will be some beautiful singing in heaven now..I loved your music..RIP Billy
Lynn Vernon
November 20, 2012
Thanks for the beautiful music and the memories.....you were the consummate performer and touched so many. Rest in eternal peace..........
Anita
November 20, 2012
We are blessed with your music and your smile, Thank You for sharing your gifts.
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