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Scott Mecham Obituary
Scott's greatest accomplishment was being an outstanding father to his three children, Shane Christopher, Melissa Paige and Marc Patrick. Scott was also a proud expectant grandfather awaiting the adoption of Shane and Heather's baby and was looking forward to traveling to Guatemala to meet his first grandchild.
Scott was an active member of Southwood Lutheran Church where he served on the church council, numerous committees, as a youth group leader and Sunday School teacher. He was a member of the of the Board of Directors of Lutheran Tape Ministries, the Rotary Club, the UNL Alumni Association, and the Advertising Federation of Lincoln. Scott volunteered for Meals on Wheels and as a YMCA and Little League coach.
Scott is survived by his wife, Marilyn; children, Shane, Melissa, and Marc; daughter-in-law, Heather; father, John; stepmother Marlene; sister, brother-in-law, Terri and Mark Butler; brother, sister-in-law, Steve and Natalie Mecham; parents-in-law, Clarence and DeLoris Nelson; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, Dennis and Kathleen Lee, Larry and Deanna Sivers, Douglas Nelson, Allen and Cheryl German, and Roy Nelson; 13 nieces and nephews; eight godchildren; countless friends and family.
His mother, Norma Jean Cameron Mecham, niece, Heather Leigh Mecham; uncle, Robert Cameron, greeted Scott in heaven.
Scott will be remembered by his family and friends for his unconditional love, his strong faith, his quick wit and his commitment to ethical business practices.
A celebration of Scott's life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Southwood Lutheran Church, 5511 S. 27th St. Visitation: noon-8 p.m. today, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th St.; the family will be present from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the family to be shared with Scott's favorite charities.
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Memories and Condolences
for Scott Mecham
Natalie German
February 15, 2007
Uncle Scott,
Your picture sets by my desk at college, and I am constantly reminded of all the memories with you. I'm sure you are so proud of your family's love and strength that has enabled them to get through the past year. Family get-togethers are not the same without you, and we miss you dearly. But if I think hard enought I can still hear your laugh and see your smile. It's impossible to forget a man as great as you.
I love you, Uncle Scott!
January 1, 2007
Remembering all of the wonderful New Years we celebrated together. Holding you close.
Love, Marilyn
Melissa Mecham
September 25, 2006
Dad,
I think about you all the time. You have a very special place in my heart. Thanks for being such a great dad and for continuing to watch over me and the rest of the family. Love you lots.
Love,
Your Favorite Daughter
Linda Bamesberger
September 21, 2006
Marilyn, Shane, and family, Just to let you know I am still thinking of you. The paper had that wonderful article about the
Janet Robb
September 21, 2006
I just returned from this year's International Assembly of Better Business Bureaus and the Assembly this year was dedicated to Scott. A very fitting tribute - he helped lay the groundwork for a lot of good work being done in the BBB system and we were proud to remember him in this way. Scott was a very well respected colleague and was sorely missed at this gathering of BBB professionals.
Emily German
September 20, 2006
Uncle Scott,
I think about you everyday and I'll never forget all the fun memories I had with you. I luv you, Scoot!
Cheryl German
September 19, 2006
Scott,
Happy Birthday. Thanks for all the wonderful memories, and for being such a special brother-in-law.
Love, Cheryl
Tammy Braasch
September 19, 2006
Happy birthday Scooter!!
Thinking of you today and everyday. Miss you MUCH ... LOVE you more.
Your God daughter
Amy Frohloff
September 19, 2006
Happy Birthday God Father,
Your strength and the memory of your laughter and love are stronger today then yesterday. We were all blessed to have been a part of your life. I feel your love in my heart each day.
Love your God Daughter Amy
Lucas Scott Mecham
September 19, 2006
Grandpa:
Thank you for watching over me the last 8 months. I am so glad you are my grandpa and so happy that you take care of me and I get to share your name. Big slobbery baby kiss from me to you!
Love,
Lucas Scott
Happy Birthday, Scott. I still miss you frequently and wish you could hold your beautiful grandson. I know you are so proud of him, though, and of the amazing father Shane has become. We love you and think about you often.
Heather
Shane Mecham
September 19, 2006
Dad,
Happy birthday. On this day when we are supposed to give you gifts I find myself thinking about all of the gifts that you have given us. You have given us everything we need to succeed in life. Thanks Dad.
Love,
Shane
Marilyn
September 19, 2006
Happy Birthday, Scott. This is a day to cherish the memories and celebrate all the good times we shared, so many good times. Thank you for watching over our children and our grandson and for the incredible gifts you have given Lucas Scott today. I love you, Scottie.
Holding you close.
Jay Newman
January 20, 2006
To the Mecham family:
Scott was a great guy and he will be missed. His contributions to the Bureau system were many and stand as testiment to his dedication to doing good things for others.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Jay Newman
Dallas, Texas
Carrie Hurt
January 20, 2006
Dear Mecham family:
My prayer for each of you is that you can find comfort in the knowledge that Scott's life was meaningful to so many. I will remember him as an honest, caring, humorous man who always made time for others. The BBB system is a better organization because of Scott's work and commitment. He will be dearly missed and long remembered!
May God bless and keep you,
Carrie A. Hurt
Marshall and Lesley Morey
January 19, 2006
Shane and Heather,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Please know that we are thinking of you and we love you very much.
Peg Chemberlin
January 19, 2006
Dear Marilyn
On behalf of your colleagues in state ecumenical work, we greet you today and want you to know you are daily in our prayers, but especially today. I had hoped I might be able to be there with you but as it turns out cannot. Many of your colleagues express their desire to be present as well. Please know we are with you in spirit.
We have collected a gift that we would like to make in Scott’s memory and to honor your colleagueship with us. We would like to make that presentation when we are together in Arizona in March. We hope that is satisfactory to the family.
Again, our prayers, and blessings to you and the family.
Yours in Christ,
Peg Chemberlin
Barb and Jon Lee
January 19, 2006
Dearest Marilyn, Shane, Heather, Melissa and Marc:
What a fitting tribute today at Scott's funeral. Your love for him is so beautiful.
Shane, listening to you made me know how much you are a reflection of your father! You're a wonderful young man who certainly does his father proud!
Melissa, you have grown into a beautiful woman with all the love and compassion of her father.
Marc, I hardly recognize you...I remember that scronny little kid running around our backyard! But now, you too are a super compassionate, young man. Thanks so much for your words of thanks at the service. Your family is certainly blessed by you.
May the Lord lift you all up on eagle's wings as you start a new chapter in your lives. May your father's zest for life continue on in you. May you glorify the Lord with all you do as your dad did.
Kevin Minch
January 19, 2006
To the Mecham Family:
On behalf of the students and staff of the the Truman State University Forensic Union, I wish to extend to you our heartfelt condolences and support.
While most of our members know your family only through Shane and Heather, we have heard a great deal about your family's closeness, love and excited anticipation of a coming grandchild. Shane and Heather are an important part of our team family, and thus, we truly feel we share in your feeling of loss at this time.
Our best wishes to all of you at this time.
The Truman Forensic Union
Chuck Bentjen
January 19, 2006
Marilyn,
I am so saddened to hear of Scott's death last Saturday. Please know that you and the entire family are in our prayers at Justice and Advocacy Ministries and Emmanuel Lutheran Church.
I never had the pleasure of meeting Scott, but I can tell from the many, many tributes that he was a man of deep abiding faith who dedicated his life to loving his neighbor. It must be so reassuring to know that even as he has inherited eternal life, his presence on earth will live on through the many people whose lives he touched with his love.
I know your faith will carry you through this most difficult time. Nonetheless you must be experiencing tremendous shock and grief. If you need to talk, the door is always open.
Peace and God's Blessings,
Chuck Bentjen
Martha Voigt
January 19, 2006
Dear Marilyn,
After reading the many tributes to Scott I feel as though I know him. I'm thankful to God for his his life and his ability to touch so many people that he worked with. I'm thankful that you have touched mny life through IMN.
Shalom, Marde
Diane & Vic Tolomeo
January 19, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family,
We extend our deepest sympathy at the passing of Scott. Deanna always kept us informed of your family. We send our love and sympathy - prayers for peace for you and the children too.
Diane & Vic Tolomeo
Sacramento, CA.
Mike & Brenda Kaiser
January 18, 2006
Marilyn and family,
I continue to be stunned at the loss of a great man. He was my mentor and I consider him the reason for our continued success. His devotion to his family rang in my ears when my son was born. I sought his advice on raising my son to grow up to be as good as Shane, Melissa and Marc are. He gave me a one word answer; TIME. He taught me the code of ethical marketplace conduct. I continue to guide my family and my business from his wisdom. I am a lucky man for having known Scott. Luckily our memories of Scott having fun and laughing will sustain us for years to come.
I remember several years ago when I worked for Scott, and I accused him of not understanding how difficult what he was asking us to do was. He turned to me and said "Mike I know your job is hard, if it was not then anyone could do it. That is why we hired professionals like you" There is no come back to that statement and I walked away for the first time in my life speechless.... I used that exact phrase on my employees on two different occasions.
He will be long remembered and sorely missed.
Good bye Scott....
Mike Kaiser and Family
Arlie Sholes
January 18, 2006
Just returned from Texas to hear the sad news. If there's anything I or Diane can do, please call. Best wishes to all of you. I'll say a prayer. Arlie
Janice Kleveland
January 18, 2006
Marilyn, family, and friends,
Our prayers are with you all. May the love of your family, friends, and God carry you through this time and in the days and years ahead. Our love to you.
Randy and Janice Kleveland
Duffy & Kathy Barr
January 18, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family,
We were very saddened to hear the news of Scott's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May fond memories help to ease the burden at this time. May God bless and keep you.
Joe Hendrixson
January 18, 2006
Dear Marilyn,
I am so saddened and stunned by Scott's death. There are no words in heaven or earth that will do, but I pray that in the silence you may find strength and hope. I hold you and your family in my prayers.
Rebecca Lucas (Thomas)
January 18, 2006
Melissa and Family,
As we may never understand God's plan and timing for us, we know that he is good, and that he is love! I was very saddened to hear of your loss, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tim Smith
January 18, 2006
During my years at the Council of Better Business Bureaus, Scott was one of my favorite people. I can't even begin to understand your loss. But please know that he will live forever in the hearts and minds of those of us who knew him and had our lives enriched by him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sheryl Charleston
January 18, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family,
Scott was one of those sparkles in the ocean of people we encounter in our lives. He was one of my favorite CEO's, and I will miss sharing that Husker spirit.
God bless His new angel. My thoughts are with you.
Kathy Schmitt
January 18, 2006
Marilyn,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patricia Rose
January 18, 2006
Marilyn and Scott's BBB family,
We have all lost a wonderful friend, someone we could turn to in times of joy or sorrow, a person you knew cared deeply about his family, his community and his church. Our only comfort is knowing we now have him to watch over us from a much better place.
I pray that God will give you all the strength to carry on his good work.
Consumer Guide, Inc
January 18, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time.
Cathy Eichele
January 18, 2006
Marilyn and family, though we have never met, anyone who knew Scott any length of time, certainly knew you. His deep devotion to his family was always at the forefront, no matter what he was involved in. I had the good fortune of serving with Scott on the CBBB Board and always enjoyed his sound advice, his quick wit and his graciousness. It is a great loss to the BBB system. He will be greatly missed. May God bless you and give you peace until you meet again.
Fred and Pat Elsberry
January 18, 2006
Marilyn and Family - Pat and I are so sad about Scott's passing. Please accept our sincerest sympathies. Scott was a special person and always a beacon for those of us new to the BBB system. We will never forget his thoughtfulness in taking our picture in Myrtle Boaech and sending ot to us with a kind note. We will miss those kind notes.
Kim Stokes
January 18, 2006
Melissa and family-
My sincerest condolences on the loss of someone so special to your family, the community and specifically to your Church body.
Although a tragic loss for you his work will be richly rewarded. May God wrap you tightly in His arms during this difficult time.
My prayers are with your family,
Kim Stokes
Marlin & Betty Cederlind
January 18, 2006
Marilyn and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Our condolences.
Cousins, Betty and Marlin
Mike Coil
January 18, 2006
To the Mecham Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of your tragic loss. When I was new in the BBB system Scott took the time to help me. I will always be thankful for his assistance. He was a kind and gentle man. I am sure you are comforted knowing Scott is with his Lord and Savior. God Bless
Cassie Fey
January 17, 2006
Marilyn, Shane, Melissa, and Marc,
I wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to you all and the family. I know that your strong family bond will help you through this difficult time. Please know that I am thinking about each one of you. My heart goes out to you all.
Colleen Albracht
January 17, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Scott's sudden death. Please know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers. Scott was always one of my favorite people. We know he will be missed greatly by many.
Remember, in God's arms there is strength to hold you, grace to sustain you, and love to carry you through.
With love and deepest sympathy,
Cousins, Gene & Colleen Albracht and family.
Terra, Jeff, Tory, Trenton Heisner
January 17, 2006
Marilyn and family
We are so sorry. Scott was such a nice,genuine man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Bamesberger
January 17, 2006
Marilyn, Shane, Melissa, and Marc,
I am so sorry about Scott. When I think of my Beattie days, I think of wonderful families like yours and how I will forever appreciate your support and friendship. I think of Scott as always having a smile on his face and care in his heart. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Bamesberger
Chuck and Barb Havlicek
January 17, 2006
Marilyn, Shane & Heather, Melissa and Marc:
We absolutely could not believe the news when we heard what had happened to Scott! What a tragic loss for you as well as for the rest of Scott's family and friends----Scott will be greatly missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Anne Deschene
January 17, 2006
Scott stood head and shoulders above us with his leadership, ideas, hard work and friendship. He will be kept in a special place in our hearts and you will be in our prayers.
Fred & Verleen Fehringer
January 17, 2006
Dear Marilyn & family:
Please accept our sincerest sympathy in Scott's death. He was a wonderful man and we know he will be missed by so very many. We pray that God will ease your pain and give you grace to help you through all the months ahead.
Katie Butzke
January 17, 2006
Melissa and family
I am very saddened to hear of your father/husbands sudden death. He sounds as if he was a wonderfully fun, smart and talented man. May your minds always remember him and your hearts slowly heal. I'll keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
Love,
Katie
Katie Butzke
January 17, 2006
Melissa and family
I am very saddened to hear of your loss. It sounds as if your dad/husband was a wonderfully smart and fun man. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
love,
Katie
Donna Childs
January 17, 2006
Marilyn and family,
I am so sorry about Scott. He was such a good friend and great BBB CEO. He will be so missed by his BBB family. He and I started at the same time, so we were rookies together and often shared ideas, jokes, and tips. I am so shocked and devastated by his loss. My prayers are with you and your family. God is with you and holding you.
Kim Matthews
January 17, 2006
The strength and hope that the Mecham family gave to the community provided many of us the capacity to deepen our faith in the good works. Thank you.
Kim and the kids.
Joe Dillon
January 17, 2006
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Scott will be greatly missed.
David Anderson
January 17, 2006
Marilyn,
In this hour of grief as you and your family deal with the sudden death of Scott, I fondly remember my brief visit in Lincoln in 2004 and the time I spent with you and Scott. Your love for one another was evident and that I am sure will never die. In this dark night of your soul, may you experience God's peace in the midst of pain, and welcome the loving support of family and friends who care for you.
Peg Chemberlin
January 17, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family,
The news sent shockwaves through the network of your colleagues in ecumenical ministry. Throughout the country prayers are being lifted up for you and for the family. We know you are a woman of great courage and strength, yet we know this time will ask more of you than most of us can imagine. We pray that the days will be filled with wonderful memories and stories. We pray that the joy and love you knew with Scott will warm you in the days to come. And we pray that you will know how deeply treasured you are by your friends and colleagues and how much we send our best thoughts to you and how much we want to hold the grief with you.
Love, Peg
Gary Harke
January 17, 2006
Marilyn,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Scott's death. My prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
Rebecca Tollefson
January 17, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family, My heart goes out to all of you in the loss of Scott. Words are hard to find; but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be for some time. May you feel the gentle embrace of God's arms wrapped lovingly around you in these days. Sincerely, Rebecca
Barry Goggin
January 17, 2006
All that knew Scott share your loss. May you find strength and peace in the memories of the life he shared with us all.
Tot Holmes
January 17, 2006
John-- We are so sorry for your loss. We remember Scott so clearly playing baseball with us -- he still holds the single-game record with seven RBI. Our son (Jay) and daughter (Joni) wanted to be remembered although they were younger than Scott. Please tell his family that after all these years, his friends in Gothenburg still think of him fondly. Tot Holmes
Beth Sjo-Grondahl
January 17, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family,
Words cannot express the sadness we feel for your loss at this very difficult time. Scott was such an exceptional person, a wonderful family man who lived his life with gusto. We're so glad he was part of our family and feel privileged to have known him. May God's love, the closeness of your family and dear friends carry you through this tragedy. Our condolences to you all, he will be dearly missed.
Your cousins,
Beth Sjo-Grondahl
Jon Grondahl
John Riggins
January 17, 2006
Scott was a trusted friend and colleague. I pray for his families relief and hope they know that his time with us at his meetings were often spent getting us up to date on sharing his stories about your lives.
Tom Collier
January 17, 2006
To the Mecham Family:
When I read the email about Scott's death, I gasped or made some kind of noise that alarmed the staff at our Bureau. They gathered in my office doorway and asked what was wrong. I told them that we had lost one of those rare people whose work, character and dedication actually make the world a better place. Our prayers are with you.
BBB/Southern Arizona
Michele McDaniel
January 17, 2006
To the Mechams:
Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you deal with this great loss. I have been blessed to have known Scott as a fellow colleague and friend for the past 10 years. He set a wonderful example for all of us in the BBB System and he will be greatly missed.
Paulette Hotton
January 17, 2006
Scott…you will always be held in the highest regard as a man of his word and a follower of his beliefs. You lived your BBB life as a man who inspired others to do what is right and helped others when they needed your assistance. Your dedication to your work, service to others, and never failing love for your family will never be forgotten. I am blessed to have served with you on the BOC during which time I saw in you the true meaning of integrity. Thank you for sharing your life with the BBB system. Paulette
Jack Voorhees
January 17, 2006
To the Mecham Family
I was shocked to hear of Scott's sudden death. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Scott was a fellow CEO that I looked up to with respect and recognized his total commitment to the BBB system.
We will all miss him.
Rod Davis
January 17, 2006
The Mecham Family,
I consider myself lucky to have met Scott. There are people who enter our lives and make an impression and Scott was one of those people. His manner always thoughtful and positive, he set an example for others and led not by words, but through deliberate actions. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you.
Kip Morse
January 17, 2006
Marilyn and Family, Scott is without a doubt one of the kindest individuals I have ever met. Never spoke bad of anyone. He spoke more about his family when together than any BBB issue and yet he was one of the most respected leaders in our system. I will miss him dearly. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sue Smith
January 17, 2006
Dear Marilyn,
What a shock to read the Lincoln paper on the internet about your husband's death. Just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.
Dave Polino
January 17, 2006
To Scott's Family:
Scott was a friend as well as a most respected colleague. We will all miss him. Please accept my condolences on this terrible loss.
Jim Stalls
January 17, 2006
To Scott's Family and Friends,
My condolences to you for this sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers will be for Scott and for you as you adjust to this void in your lives. Scott will be missed not only by his family and friends, but by his extended family and friends in the BBB system.
Brodie White
January 17, 2006
The world has grown a little darker....a little colder...with the passing of my friend Scott.
My thoughts are with the family......
Ron & Karen Anderson
January 17, 2006
Marilyn: We are so very sorry to hear of Scott's passing. He was always a man to be respected, admired, and enjoyed. We know that you are so much a part of the man he became. Our prayers go out to you and to your entire family.
Kathleen Calligan
January 17, 2006
Marilyn and family, our entire BBB family is deeply saddened by the loss of Scott. I have so many wonderful memories of Scott especially during the Omaha/Lincoln merger months. We often shared our BBB insights and experiences as we tackled tough day to day work and decisions every BBB CEO faces. Scott always added his unique humor to every situation. He was a man of character, who cared deeply for his family, the Better Business Bureau, his associates and community. He could always be counted on to do the right thing, despite the hardship or disadvantage it may cause him.
He was so proud of you. He gave you all the credit for the good things going on in the children's lives, and how they were maturing as young adults.
After hearing about Scott I was comforted by a song written by Brooks and Dunn, entitled, "I believe". I know with certainty that the words to this beautiful song describe Scott, and my hope is that you will find peace and comfort in the same.
May you have the peace of the Lord.
Kathleen Calligan & Rick Smith
Nan Campbell
January 17, 2006
Dear Mecham Family:
I was stunned to learn of Scott's sudden death. We served on the Bureau Operations Committee together and I learned to appreciate Scott's sense of humor in difficult decisions we had to make. He was so wise and always made some sort of sense out of seemingly sensless situations. I shall miss that dry sense of humor and his friendship. He was a good man and a very proud father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Victoria Doran
January 17, 2006
Scott was an incredible leader, a terrific human being, and a steadfast and hard worker. He was, and always will be, one of my favorites in the BBB system. I'm so sorry for you and for all of us who will sorely miss his voice of reason and integrity.
Janet Robb
January 17, 2006
All of us in the BBB family are very saddened by Scott's death. He has been a great leader in the Bureau system and provided so many of us with his level-headed guidance and support. He beamed when he talked about his family - perhaps his very best quality. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob Hurdman
January 17, 2006
On behalf of the entire staff of Hurdman Communications we wish to extend our sincere condolences. I truly will miss him, and appreciated so much his wisdom and friendship the past dozen years. Rich Fletcher from our office will miss talking football with him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless and keep you.
Don and Barb Kasl
January 17, 2006
Mariyln and family,
Our hearts go out to you in this troubling time. Scott was one of the kindest people we knew. We have shared many memories with your family and we will never forget them. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. If there is anything we can do please let us know. Love, Don and Barb
Steve Gustafson
January 17, 2006
Marilyn and Family,
Nancy and I were shocked to hear the news. We want to extend our deepest sympathy and support to you and your family. Scott was a wonderful person. You two were very special together and represented all the right things in life. May God comfort you and your family.
Your Neighbor, HS and College Friends
Steve and Nancy Gustafson
Pat, Dottie &Colleen Lafferty
January 17, 2006
To the Mecham's
I just received email from Dan. We are so sorry for your loss. I know he was a great man. We will keep you and the family in our prayers.
We are as close as a phone if there is anything we can do. In Christian Love, Pat, Dot & Colleen
Allison Guiducci Koontz (Luce)
January 17, 2006
To the Mecham family...
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you!!
Laura (Levy) Sweet
January 17, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family: It was our honor to have Scott serve with us on the Advertising Federation os Lincoln Board of Directors. His wit, charm, and commitment to ethical business practice, were inspirational to us all. I enjoyed my years on the BBB board with him, too... and always loved seeing you together at Lied Center events. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Leon and Enid Cederlind
January 17, 2006
Marilyn and Family
We were so sorry to hear of Scott's sudden death. Our thoughts are with you all.
Cousin Leon and Enid
Ryan Helm
January 17, 2006
Marilyn, Shane, Melissa and Marc,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of your husband and father. It really caught us by surprise. I know what a comfort his faith in Christ must be at this moment. You will definitely be in our thoughts and prayers. Our heart goes out to you and please let us know of anything we can do for you.
Love,
Ryan and Sarah Helm
John 14:1-7
Megan Morrow
January 16, 2006
Marilyn, Shane, Melissa and Marc, I read the Lincoln paper online and was shocked to read about Scott's death. My heart aches for you! I will pray God gives you strength for these days. Strange (or not)...When I read the article, I was listening to a song by Chris Rice and the lyric on the chorus is "Fly to Jesus and Live." In the comfort and promise of the Resurrection, PM
pat meierhenry
January 16, 2006
You are in my prayers.
Jim,Coleen, Maurica,Dakota and Noah Cherney
January 16, 2006
Marilyn and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Scott was a wonderful man and will greatly be missed. May God be with you and give you the strength you need. You are a wonderful family. Our prayers are with you always.
Steven Cole
January 16, 2006
To the Mechams:
Scott was a leader and made all of us in the BBB system appreciate the strength of sincerity, practicality and friendship. I will miss not having his wisdom to help us through difficult challenges. I remember many conversations about our sons' baseball teams and could not miss the intensity of his love for his family and his pride in them.
Judy Sjo-Gaber
January 16, 2006
Marilyn and family--We are deeply saddened to hear of Scott's passing and are keeping you in our hearts and prayers. We'll miss Scott's wry humor and gentle ways. He was a wonderful man who we were lucky to have in our family. With love from your cousins in NJ--Judy, Barry, Kristin and Karinna
Jeanne Zielinski
January 16, 2006
Dear Marilyn & family - You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Scott was not only a colleague but a friend. He will be missed greatly by those who loved him. His humor, honesty and steadfast loyalty to everything he set out to accomoplish is a great loss. May God bless you and keep you.
Charlie Underhill
January 16, 2006
To the Mecham Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in this time of loss. All of us in the BBB family have lost a dear friend, colleague and a reminder of the best we all could aspire to be. We will all miss him.
Roy Nelson
January 16, 2006
To the Mechams:
I was shocked to hear of what happened to Scott. Scott was one my favorite people to hang with over the years and always brought a smile to my face. He will be deeply missed and I will think of him often and always with a smile. We are measured by what those around us think of us and by that parameter, Scott was always a prince and is now a prince in heaven. God bless.
Sheila O'Connor
January 16, 2006
Marilyn and family,
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Scott's death. He was such a great person on many levels - partner, parent, friend, advocate, and much more. He'll be greatly missed by many. May you find comfort in the thoughts and prayers of family and friends.
Sonja Simpson
January 16, 2006
Marilyn....I was stunned and shocked to hear the news of your husband's passing from SHaron this morning. My heart goes out to you and your family with a thousand lights of love and support. May God keep you and your family warm within His arms.
N. Dwain Acker
January 16, 2006
Marilyn & Family:
You are in our thoughts & prayers with deep appreciation. Virginia heard Saturday night of Scott's death on the TV news. Dr. Kenneth Moore related to us that your Family had just recently returned from a good vacation time together - so thankful with you for that and that you were able to be back in Lincoln. Since moving to Omaha, we have missed Scott's sharing important announcements every week on 10/11 TV programs. May your good memories & faith & the support of the BBB & IMN Communities be with you in extra measure just now. Thanks for all that Scott has and the way in which he shared with so many.
Virginia & Dwain Acker
John Henry (Jack) Zohner
January 16, 2006
To the family: Scott will be deeply missed by so many of his friends in the business world. Scott led the Better Busines Bureau by example, and made a special effort to always do the right thing. Scott's legacy will go on forever. He was my mentor and friend.
Ken Hunter
January 16, 2006
To the Mecham Family,
Scott was a giant in the BBB in both Nebraska and the nation. He brought wisdom and balance to the BBB system. Even with his extensive BBB accomplishments, Scott was most proud of his family. My heart goes out to you in this extremely difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ken Hunter
Lisa Ebrahim
January 16, 2006
Marilyn and family:
Words can not express how shocked and sad we are to hear the news of Scott. He was such a wonderful and kind man. We have shared many wonderful memories with your family and will always cherish them. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. You and your family is are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa, Siteena, Kamal and Aliyah
Deb Daily
January 16, 2006
Marilyn and Family,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Take good care of yourself and rely on family, friends and your faith. Your loss is shared by many.
Mark Munger
January 16, 2006
Dear Marilyn and family,
I was stunned to have learned of your loss. I want you to know I considered Scott a friend and will miss him. He was such a good person and at all times very welcoming to those that had the opportunity to interact with him. His work will be forever remembered throughout the community, state and region. My God wrap His warm arms of comfort around you and your family during this difficult time.
Jane Driggs
January 16, 2006
Scott was a great man! He was a kind, caring soul, always making sure that things were going well for me and my BBB. I'll miss his level-headed responses and his calm manner. Know that he was well loved in the BBB system and will always be remembered.
Bobby Bride
January 16, 2006
I very sorry to hear what has happen to Scott. Scott, was a great man and great father. He always had a great attitude about him that he brought to everybody around him. That is somthing I know many people will always remember and miss about him, including myself and my family. If there is anything I can do for your family please let me know. My condolences,
Bobby
Ramona & Max Mumford
January 16, 2006
Marilyn and family,
You have our deepest sympathy. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. We pray that God, family and friends will bring comfort to you in the coming days.
With our deepest sympathy,
Max and Ramona Mumford
Patricia Carpenter
January 16, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss - we must trust that God has something better for Scott. He will be missed so much - Our love and prayers, Larry and Patty Carpenter
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