Tom Scott

1929 - 2022

Tom was born in Vancouver to Scottish immigrants Effie (Macaulay) of Heiskeir, North Uist, and George Scott of Kingsbarns, Fife. He was raised in the 22nd & Heather area of Vancouver, where he attended Edith Cavell Elementary and King Edward High School. Tom worked in the shipyards during the Second World War before embarking on his management career with Vancouver Pile Driving and Dillingham Construction.

He and his former wife Bev raised four children in the Edgemont Village area of North Vancouver amongst close friends. Tom was a devoted coach to them all. His efforts organizing youth soccer on the North Shore were recognized with his induction into the BC Soccer Hall of Fame's Roll of Honour.

Dad had a zest for life; coaching, winemaking, gardening and cheering on his grandchildren as they played soccer. His love of family, friends and Scottish roots has left an indelible memory with all who knew him. He regularly connected with friends and family, particularly as they aged. He was quite a character, loved his tartan, was always the life of the party and had a passion for telling stories.

Survived by his children Kelly (Nancy), Chris (Lesley), Julie (Ian), Peter (Sharon), ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Dad was loved and will be sorely missed by all that knew him. He was predeceased by his cousin Mary Orre, whom he considered his sister, his best friend Buster Campbell and his longtime partner Gloria Hayter.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.