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De' Scott Obituary
Evansville, IN
De'Niko was born in Evansville, Ind., on July 5, 1994, to LaDonna Johnson and James Scott, III. De'Niko parted this earthly life on May 23, 2017, at the age of 22.
"Niko" attended Lincoln Elementary School and graduated from Harrison High School.
He was involved with many activities growing up, but basketball was his favorite. He played basketball from elementary school throughout high school at Harrison where he was a notable member of the Harrison Warrior Basketball Team. He enjoyed listening to music, dancing and being silly. But most of all he enjoyed being a father and spending time with his son.
De'Niko enjoyed being with his family and friends, his unique spirit will be greatly missed.
De'Niko leaves to cherish his memory his parents, LaDonna Johnson and James Scott lll; Jordan Cosby, his high school sweetheart; his son, Zayden Lewis Scott; two sisters, Vanessa Johnson and Domnesha Scott; brother, Domnick Johnson, all of Evansville; grandmothers, Virginia Al'Khayr and Marilyn Givensl an uncle, Marcellus Shed; cousins; and a host of extended family and friends
Funeral service will be Wednesday 11 a.m. at The Potter's Wheel. Visitation will be 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment at Oak Hill Cemetery
Osborne Funeral Home entrusted with final care.
A trust fund for his son has been set up at Old National Bank in the name of Zayden Scott.
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Judy Martin
June 26, 2017
Virginia and Vanessa , My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the wonderful memories you have of your Grandson and brother comfort you through this very sad and tragic time . God Bless and keep you . Judy Martin.
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