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Scott Waxman Obituary

Name: Shiva for Scott Waxman
Start: 2018-03-09T01:30:00.000Z
Location: Segelbaum/Waxman Residence

Scott Waxman

Flagstaff - Early Sunday morning, March 4, 2018 Scott Waxman, aged 56, left this world to continue his journey. He was the oldest son of Elaine and Allan Waxman (deceased) and leaves behind his beloved wife Tami (Batya), his children Brittany Waxman, Avi Waxman, Shad Waldron, and Xeth Waxman (Amanda), brother Cory Waxman and sister Valerie Marsh (Jon) and nieces and nephews, grand children and stepfather Robert Segelbaum. A graduate of Central High School, he attended Stanford University and graduated from the University of California, Santa Cruz. He had a passion for math and science, and blessed the lives of countless students as a high school math teacher in Ash Fork, Flagstaff, and Northern Arizona University, and most recently at K12 Charter Schools. His greatest passion aside from his family was to study and live out Torah.

Although he suffered from the ravages of multiple sclerosis for 30 years, he was never shaken from his deep faith or his positive attitude. Scott loved life. His favorite expression, even when suffering from his MS was "it's a beautiful day to be alive!" Scott will be missed by everyone he touched. Funeral services will be private. Shiva will be held at the Segelbaum/Waxman Residence on Thursday, March 8th at 6:30 pm. Friends are welcome. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, 85014 or Poor Medical Clinic, 120 W. Fine Ave., Flagstaff 86001 or your favorite charity. Arrangements by Sinai Mortuary.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 6, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Scott Waxman

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20 Entries

Laura Vineyard

February 27, 2021

Scott is missed by friends and family. We all loved him.

Maureen Stoddard

November 17, 2018

I had Mr waxman as my teacher in 1997. He was wonderful and so smart! I always talk about him to this day and tried to look him up to find him to tell him thank you. So sorry he passed.

Maureen Stoddard

Jim Gooding

August 23, 2018

Scott,
Man, you just killed me at 3-5-7 in Mr. Cox's class. Then, 10 years later, there you were in SF, living with us while you bike messengered and decided what to do with yourself. You were utterly determined to live simply then.
You made your own yogurt, and had almost no possessions. You were a terrific vegetarian cook! You were a good friend to us roommates. You were such a damn pill sometimes! You quietly shared our burdens. I am lucky to have known you. It's a hard thing to learn that your hearty delightful michievous laugh is gone.

March 16, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss.This is a truly a difficult time for Waxman family .But our comfort can
come from Almighty God's loving kindness.May the family be strengthen by the love God shows
to all.--Psalm 117:2 OL

Christie Mitchell

March 16, 2018

Scott touched my life with the beauty of his heart. He always regarded people with great respect and honesty. He will be very missed at our school.

Laura Vineyard

March 14, 2018

Scott is a blessing to everyone who knows him. Remember him as a teenager in my house, and ended up living in his neighborhood decades later in Flagstaff.

First kid to get a perfect math score on the SAT's in the late 1970's.. He taught online to girls I know in Flagstaff, because I am their scout leader. They were so happy to have Mr. Waxman as their teacher. Scott always refers to those who have passed on in the present tense, like my brother and my son.

Scott is one of the smartest men on the planet and one of the nicest. My love to all the Waxman family. Prayers

Laura Vineyard

March 9, 2018

It has been a pleasure getting to know Scott as a fellow AZVA teacher. He was one of the kindest and most selfless people I know and he will be dearly missed.

-Marnie Cesarini

Megan Fry

March 9, 2018

Scott was one of the most intelligent people I have ever met. His true love of education and helping others showed in every action. He always took the time to say a kind word to me. He will be missed.
-Megan Fry
Science Teacher

Nikol Carlson

March 8, 2018

I enjoyed hanging out with you at the AZVA PDs. You will be missed.

March 8, 2018

Scott Waxman was an amazing teacher and friend. We will miss him dearly and thank him for all he has shared with us. Sending our thoughts and prayers to his family.

Mel Waxman

March 7, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michelle Scionti

March 6, 2018

Scott Waxman was one of the most amazing people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and working with. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who is missing him and his amazing attitude and outlook on life. He will certainly be missed -Michelle Scionti

Anna Lyons

March 6, 2018

Mr. Waxman was a lovely person and one of those unforgettable teachers. My deepest condolences to his loved ones. He will be missed.

March 6, 2018

I pray the love of God holds you during your journey through grief and caring thoughts.
Isa 41:10

Sharon Hawkes

March 6, 2018

Our memories will be a blessing to keep Scott alive in our hearts. We miss you Cousin Scott.

March 6, 2018

Such a wonderful orbituary. It appears Scott was very special and touched many lives.
May God give his family and friends comfort and strength at this difficult time.
Love,
Bob and Sue Carden

March 6, 2018

I'm very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold on to. May God continue to comfort your family.