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Gerald Keith Scott Sr.

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Gerald Scott Obituary

Scott Gerald Keith Scott Sr., age 58, was born on September 6, 1958 in Columbus, OH to Fred and Rosa Scott Jr. He departed on September 6, 2016. He graduated from Saint Francis De Sales High School in 1976. He retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Fred and Rosa Scott Jr.; fiancée, Patricia Cooper; son, Gerald Scott Jr.; two grandchildren; siblings, Michelle Scott -Reed and Rhonda Scott; nieces and nephew and a host of family and friends. Home Going Celebration will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2016 in the chapel at DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St., where family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until time of service. Pastor Stanley Parker, officiating. Interment Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits for full obituary and to sign Gerald's online memory book.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 14 to Sep. 15, 2016.

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Ken &. B Scott

October 2, 2016

Still praying that God is giving you strength during this difficult time.

Michael McGee

September 21, 2016

My sincere condolences to the recent passing of my Dear friend and colleague Gerald K. Scott! This recent news was a complete shock to me and my Family! I've known Gerald for over 40 years and he was always a Gentle Giant. We were teammates at Champion Jr. High and worked together for years at General Motors where we were teammates there also winning several Championships! I will miss my long time friend and this is a Great loss to my extended family! May God Bless you all! Michael McGee & Timothy Odom! R.I.P.! My friend!!

Elnora Jones Greene

September 19, 2016

RIH

Gina Vass

September 18, 2016

Dear Cousins Fred, Rosa, Rhonda and Michelle, I know this time is difficult for you, just know he is in God's hands and whatever pain and suffering he experienced is no more, and with time your pain and suffering will be no more as well. REST IN HEAVEN COUSIN GERALD

Jewel Smith

September 17, 2016

To Fred, Rosa and Family,
Michael and I were sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Please know that we will keep you in our prayers. May God comfort and keep you all.

September 17, 2016

May God comfort the family during this difficult time. Please read 2Corinthiàns 1:3

Cheryl Hairston

September 17, 2016

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

Mrz. Barb & Bro. Doc DeBerry

September 15, 2016

It is with heavy Heart that we are sending you our Truly deepest Condolences and Sympathies for your loss. Remember to Embrace each other closely. As you attempt to manage the times ahead. Our fervent Prayers are with Thee,Always. Relatives of Sonya Stallings-Ward.

Dan Garrick

September 15, 2016

To the Scott family

On behalf of the Saint Francis DeSales High School students, faculty, administration and alumni please accept my condolences on your loss.

Gerald was a well-respected member of his class while at Saint Francis DeSales High School. It is clear that his love of God and family continued into his adult life.

May the angels lead him to paradise and may perpetual light shine upon him.

Peace and God's Blessings
Dan Garrick
Principal
Saint Francis DeSales High School

Romie & Jeanne Watkins

September 15, 2016

Rosa and Fred and family you're in our thoughts and prayers, if there is anything that we can do for you we are here for you.

Mavis HAYES-Berry

September 15, 2016

May the God of all comfort, comfort your hearts as you mourn the loss of your loved one. May your memories bring you joy and refreshing as you travel this journey of life. God bless you and yours.

Cortez Haynes

September 14, 2016

To The Family of Gerald Scott, you have our most heartfelt condolences on the passing of Gerald, personally he was a good friend and co-worker of ours, I enjoyed playing basketball with him, he was a great guy and it was a pleasure to have known him, be strong Family and God bless you all, R.I.P. Gerald. Belinda and Cortez Haynes

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