Photo courtesy of Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory - Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, Illinois
1959 - 2017
Scott V. Scherer, 57, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully January 28, 2017 at JourneyCare in Barrington. He was born August 29, 1959 in Waukegan.
Beloved son, brother, uncle, great-uncle, nephew and friend; he will be missed by many. Scott is survived by his mother, Susan of Crystal Lake; brother, Rob of Alaska; sister, Karen “Missi” (Bill) Disch of Wisconsin; nephews, Matthew (Melissa) McDonald of Wisconsin, Patrick (Sara) McDonald of Ohio; and “Greats”, Maggie & Leah McDonald and Rory & Brogan McDonald; aunt, Victoria (John) Sershon of Galena. He is further survived by his best friend and companion, Barb Hanke, of Crystal Lake, and her family.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents; his father, William; and his sister, Kristine.
Scott “Scooter” was raised in Crystal Lake, graduating from Central High School in 1977 and furthering his education at McHenry County College.
Scott worked at PCI Pharma Services in Woodstock until the time of his illness in September of 2015.
He loved sports, playing Little League, Babe Ruth, and High School baseball. He was especially thrilled seeing the Cubs win the World Series, and was a lifelong Seattle Seahawks fan. Scott was also quite the experienced golfer and bowler.
A memorial service will be Friday, February 3rd, at 11 a.m. with a visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Rte. 176), Crystal Lake. Interment will follow at Windridge Memorial Park, Cary.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to: JourneyCare Foundation, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025.
So sad to hear of Scott's passing. He was such a happy guy with a big smile in high school. My condolences to his loving family that he was taken away from you much too soon. Scott's classmate - Class of '77Donna Kurtz
Donna Kurtz
February 10, 2017 | Crystal Lake, IL
RIP my friend. I'll never forget the times we shared. You and your family are in my prayers.
Doug Fleck
February 02, 2017 | Corpus Christi, TX
Mrs. Scherer, Rob, Missi and family...I am so very saddened about Scott. Losing a loved one is always a very emotional time in our lives, and I pray our heavenly Father comforts all of you with peace during this time. Cherish the treasured memories that are forever etched deep within your hearts. Scott was a wonderful guy...and he will be missed by many. Hugs and love to each and every one of you.
Ruthie Broederdorf Love
Ruthie Love
February 02, 2017 | Corpus Christi, TX
Scooter will always live on in our hearts. He was such an amazing man who always was there to offer a smile and a shoulder to lean on. He was such a good friend and was somebody who my daughter Jocelyn always looked forward to seeing. We love you Scooter, may you rest in enternal peace.
The McLeod/Wood Family
February 01, 2017 | Cary, IL
Scooter, as I knew him, was a kind and happy soul. When my husband Bill and I moved to Crystal Lake, he was one of the first people we met. When my husband passed away 13+ years ago, Scott came to share in my grief.
The Lord must have needed another Angel, sweet Scott. R.I.P.
Sally Cunningham
February 01, 2017 | Crystal Lake, IL
WE ARE SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE KNEW SCOTT A LONG TIME AGO AND HE WAS A TRUE FRIEND. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL.
QUENTIN & SHARON LINDSEY
February 01, 2017 | WONDER LAKE, IL
Dear Mrs. Scherer. Rob, and Missi,
Scott always had such a sweet soul, I'm sure he was welcomed into heaven with open gates. I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prayers, God bless. Love,
Karen Ljunggren-Pfaffinger
January 29, 2017