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Tony Scott Obituary
On Tuesday, September 24, 2019, Tony Scott, 73, of Shelton, CT passed away.
Born in Decatur, IL on December 11, 1945, he was the son of the late Otis L. and Evelyn Plummer Scott.
He earned a B.S. degree in accountancy and an MBA from the University of Illinois. He served a 4-yr term in the Air Force, including one year in Vietnam. He earned the designation of Certified Management Accountant. He worked as a CPA for Weber, Lipshire & Company, Eisener & Lubin, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), KPMG, and as The Controller for The Bridgeport Bluefish. For the last 24 years he worked as Professor of Accounting at Norwalk Community College where he started the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA). He also volunteered for many years at the Norwalk Oyster Festival running the hospitality tent. He also served as a Trustee of the Norwalk Seaport Association for many years.
Tony, Linda and their sons moved to Norwalk,CT in 1980 and joined St. Peter's Lutheran Church. He served the church as a Sunday school teacher; S.S. Superintendent; Chairman of the Board of Christian Ed.; on the Board of Elders; as Treasurer; and as congregational President.
Tony is survived by his wife of 50 years, Linda Scott, their two sons, Terry Scott of Norwalk, CT and Deric Scott, and his wife Marie Scott of Sweden, and his 3 grandchildren whom he adored, Elizabeth, Julia, and Kian. He is also survived by his sister Sharon Hooker of Bement, IL and his sister-in-law Lois Plummer of Decatur, IL.
Tony was known for his quick numbers mind, his overzealous generosity, and his kind and compassionate spirit and the overwhelming pride he had for his grandchildren.
Friends may call on Saturday, September 28th from 9 - 11 a.m. at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 28th at 11:30 a.m. at St. Peters Lutheran Church, 208 Newtown Avenue, Norwalk. Burial with military honors will follow at St. John Cemetery, 223 Richards Avenue, Norwalk.
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James Wilhelm
June 3, 2025
Tony was my first federal tax professor at NCC. I have profound respect for him. I was thinking of him today and came across this. RIP. You made a difference in my life for sure.
Professor Trombetta
September 19, 2020
Yes Tony, we remember you. Your grave site is practically a stones throw from my office. I think of you every time I go to work. Thank you for your presence and God Bless...
Michele Hilton
September 19, 2020
Interacting with Tony at NCC was always a pleasure.....what a gentleman....
Professor Scott @ VITA
Xiomara Hidalgo
September 30, 2019
Lee Burton
September 30, 2019
Kind and genuine souls like Tony don't come along too often and it was a pleasure to have known and worked with him at NCC.
He will certainly be missed.
-Lee Burton
Ana Jusino
September 27, 2019
Tony you will always be remembered as a sincere and honest friend and colleague. My deepest condolences to the family. My heart is filled with sorrow and sadness. Ana Jusino
Michele Hilton
September 27, 2019
What a gentle, lovely, Godly man....
Blessings! on his wife and family. His spirit
will be missed at Norwalk Community...
Pearly Aberin
September 26, 2019
My deepest condolences to the Scott family. Professor Scott was my teacher in Tax. He was a great man and a generous spirit. He will be missed.
Jeff Trombetta
September 26, 2019
My heart felt condolences for Tony and his family. Tony was a respected colleague and friend. His financial advice over the past 20 years was a true testament of his generosity. God Bless Tony, Linda and family. May your soul shine forever...
Steve Cohen
September 26, 2019
Tony, rest easy. All your hard work is completed. May your family take comfort in your memory.
Lauren Tucker
September 26, 2019
Wishing Linda and the rest of the Scott family peace and healing throughout this difficult time. Tony was a wonderful teacher and more importantly, friend. I will miss him dearly.
Stacie Loughran Van Deusen
September 26, 2019
Professor Scott's passing is a great loss to all of us. My family knew him through Church. I knew him through NCC. My prayers are with you through this time.
Stacie Loughran Van Deusen
mike forte
September 26, 2019
Tony was a great man and an absolute joy. I will miss our phone conversations and meetings. Tony always had a smile on his face that lit up the room - RIP my friend
Wilhelmenia Parsons
September 26, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Kimberly Small
September 26, 2019
Condolences and comfort for your loss. Working with Tony was a pleasure. Light, Love and Peace, Kimberly Small
Peggy (Masri) Jones
September 26, 2019
Dear Linda and Family, thinking of you at this time of separation from your beloved. How we grieve those who go before us. How thankful we are for Tony's faith in Jesus, for the assurance and certainty that heaven is his home. May God's comfort, peace, and presence be yours at this difficult time. In His Love . . .
Bert Adams
September 25, 2019
Linda, you and your sons and family are in my prayers.
Bert Adams
Sharon Nicolaus
September 25, 2019
Linda: My heart is sad today for the loss of Tony. My heart is also happy for Tony who is going to celebrate with his Lord and Savior. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Liz Boucher
September 25, 2019
So sorry for the loss of your dad. Prayers are with you and your family.
Kevin Rumsey
September 25, 2019
Linda,
We are so sorry to hear about Tony. You both were such wonderful friends to my parents. Susan joins me in expressing our sadness at his passing. Prayers for you and your entire family.
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