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2020
Victor Scott Obituary
Des Moines - Victor (Vic) Gerald Scott, 76, passed away Friday, April 10th at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.
Vic was born July 12, 1943 in Des Moines to Royal & Alma Scott, the 3rd of four sons. He graduated from Tech High School in January of 1962. After high school, he began working at Phil Johnson's Greenhouse in Des Moines and went on to work at Heard Gardens in Johnston for 21 years. He and his son, Todd, opened Vic Scott Landscaping and Nursery in the Spring of 1990 in Ankeny. Vic was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Vic was a member of the Iowa Nursery & Landscape Association for over 50 years and was a past president in 1988.
Vic married Linda Ellsworth, on September 14th, 1963. Together they had their only child, Todd, in February of 1965.
Vic was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Eugene (Joan), Kenneth, and Laurence.
Vic is survived by his wife, Linda, son Todd (Renee), Altoona, grandchildren, Matthew, Des Moines, and Katie (Austin) Denny, Altoona, and two great grandchildren Isaac & Isaiah Denny as well as sisters-in-law Connie , Barbara , Laureen (Bob) Campbell, Louise (Steve) Barmish, Lorrie Rungee, many nieces and nephews, and wonderful friends and acquaintances.
Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Des Moines, IA.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
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John Heitzman
April 20, 2020
I worked with Vic over the Summers of 1982-1983 while attending the University of Iowa. A true gentleman and great boss. He had great composure. Never saw him lose his temper even when it was warranted. Always maintained his cool and was respectful of others given their young age. Bought three Pear trees from Vic last Fall and was really impressed about the trees he picked out for me. Vic was all about keeping nature robust. All were great specimens. Blooming this Spring. RIP Vic. My condolences to all.
April 20, 2020
Very sorry for your loss. Brock
James Brock
April 20, 2020
Sorry for your loss.
April 20, 2020
Sorry for your loss. Brock
H.Ronald Walker
April 19, 2020
Worked with Vic for many years as he designed our landscape projects. Will miss visiting with him every spring. Terrific guy. Love to the family. Ron and Donna Walker
April 17, 2020
Thinking of and praying for the family.
Ruth and Paulette Haag
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