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Joseph Scott Obituary
Scott, Jr.
March 9, 1946-
December 1, 2012
Douglassville, GA- Funeral service for Sgt. Major (Ret) Joseph Scott, Jr.,66, of Douglassville, GA who passed on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at Wellstar Kenningstone Hospital, Marietta, GA will be conducted on Friday, December 7, 2012 at 12:00 Noon at The Infantry Center Chapel, 101 A Sigerfoos Rd., Ft. Benning, GA. Rev. Michael Dixon will officiate. Interment with Full Military Honors will be held in Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery according to the Charles E. Huff's International Funeral Home. The funeral procession will depart from 4519 Bedford Ct. at 11:15 A.M. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 6, 2012 from 2:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the funeral home.
Mr. Scott was born in Columbus, GA March 9, 1946 to Flordie King Scott and Joseph Scott, Sr. He was a 1965 graduate of the William H. Spencer High School. He retired from the U.S.Army and currently taught Jr. R.O.T.C. in the Atlanta School System.
He is survived by his wife, Valerie Scott, Douglassville, GA; two daughters, Kimberly Hooks(Gregory) and Miyanda Aleia Scott; one Son, Kevin Joseph Scott; two brothers, King Scott(Cheryl V.) and Robert Scott; grand daughters, Brittni Harrington and Bethany Hooks; great granddaughter, Aidan Harrington;aunt, Fannie L. Livingston; and numerous other relatives and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Scott
Valerie Scott
November 11, 2014
On this day, I light this candle of the many sacrifices and contributions that you made to your country. You were an outstanding and honorable serviceman and I value the services that you rendered in the 27 years of being a great leader in the U.S. Army. I love and miss you every day of my life. Happy Veteran Day Scott. Love, "VJ"
My favorite photo of SGM, it seems as if this smile never left his face.
Andrew Hater
November 3, 2014
SGM Scott,
You have the single greatest impact of any person on my life. I am currently writing a paper for my ROTC class about the person who most helped you prepare to become a leader and I can think of no other person. Your welcoming presence and helping nature give me motivation to be like you. I thank you for everything you have done to help me improve as a person, and I'm glad to have known you for as long as I did. You have a lasting impact on me, and I know that that holds true on many other people.
Valerie H Scott
September 22, 2014
I love you Scott and I miss you so much.
Valerie
September 19, 2014
Continue to think of you daily out of guilt as I have come to deal with that by the grace of God, but because the first day that I met you I declared to my mother that you were the most amazing person that I had ever met. My heart literally aches without your presence but I know that you would want me to live each day to the best of my ability and to Trust God to see me through. I love you and I miss you more than I ever thought was possible.
VJ
September 19, 2014
Dear Gilliam,
Thank you so much for signing the guest book. It means a lot knowing how much people valued this man. He truly was a wonderful person and I miss him so much. I am glad that he was there for you and I thank you as well as covet your prayers.
Blessings,
Valerie Scott
E. Jacob Gillam
September 17, 2014
My dear SGM!! Was one of the best men alive. He had nothing but genuine love in his heart for anybody he met. I always think about SGM and what he would do or what advice he would give me for a certain situation. My father wasn't around when I was growing up but when I meet SGM he was my father figure. And I don't think he ever knew how much he ment to me. But sometime we would just sit after Drill Team practice or school and just talk about life. He's the person that would ALWAYS!!! Be there for another in a time of need. I will never forget this Great! Great! man. I hope your doing better miss Scott and my prayers go out to you.
July 17, 2014
I came across your school's ID badge today in one of your drawers and as always you were smiling. Oh, how I wish that I could see your smiling face, but I know that I will one day. I miss you Scott
July 17, 2014
It has been almost twenty months since you left and daily I have to ask the Lord to give me the strength to continue. I had no idea that it would be this challenging. You were such a beautiful soul and I truly miss you with every fiber of my being. I love you! Valerie Joyce
Valerie H Scott
February 25, 2014
It is still so surreal that you are not here. I miss you daily and I hope that you know how much.
Valerie Joyce
January 24, 2014
I would be lying if I didn't say that I wish that you were still here. A year has past and I am still in shock that you are no longer here. Not that I will ever forget you, but my heart aches daily because you are not here.
"VJ"
January 24, 2014
Still missing you daily, but I can only imagine what you are experiencing right now. You are such a wonderful person and you are greatly missed by so many.
Love,
"VJ"
Rodney Shelton
January 23, 2014
Rip SGM SCott you will be missed
Valerie Scott
December 28, 2013
Thinking of you always .
Valerie
Charlotte Fulton
December 28, 2013
Didn't have the honor of really knowing you....wish that I had. I do know that all those that spoke of you shared what a truly wonderful person you were. RIP in the Lord's arms.
Stephanie Dunson
December 23, 2013
I love and miss you Uncle Scott. I know you're smiling down on us. Thanks for being a part of my life.
December 11, 2013
I Love The Scott Family !!!!! I Was A Very Close Friend Of Flo Scott.What An AMAZING FAMILY.............. Susie Williams Columbus,Ga
December 10, 2013
You're beauty and strength will live on in the lives of your children and people you're life touched. Your legacy will live forever. We will see you on the other side. Kathy Sleek
Valerie Hardaway Scott
December 10, 2013
In Honor of the fist anniversary of SGM Joseph Scott, Jr., please visit and sing the guest book. I would appreciate more than a "Like" on FB to the link. Thank you, Valerie Scott
Jacqueline Kakembo
December 10, 2013
with fondest memories and deepest love from cousin Jackie and family in Maryland, NY and California.
December 9, 2013
The memory of your bight smile and your loving spirit have left an indelible imprint on our hearts. Rest well.
Valerie Hardaway Scott
December 9, 2013
Remembering you daily for the wonderful man, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and mentor that you were. This place is not the same without your presence. But spirit is very present and I miss you very much. Love Always, Valerie
Love, "VJ"
December 9, 2013
There is not a day that does not go by that I don't think of you and I know that you know that because you have one become one of my guardian angels. I miss you so much and this place, meaning the little corner of the world that we shared is no longer the same without your presence, and very often that still saddens me, but I am trying hard not to be sad because you are in a better place and you lived such a happy life. Scott, you truly are my hero and I do love you. "VJ"
Stephanie Dunson
December 31, 2012
Scott not just my uncle, but a hero to his family. He loved his family and I will always have a place in my heart that he touched.
Vicki Fenton
December 12, 2012
Will always remember your warm smile and big hug given when entering your house! Your love of family, country, and football! The incredibly delicious brunch you would cook Sunday mornings! Your gracious attitude and presence at so many events held at the Scott Home! Your contagious laugh! Will miss you Scott! May the Peace of the Father fill this precious family.
Beverly Greene
December 9, 2012
SGMajor Scott will always hold a special place at DCHS. Not only was he our 1st JROTC SGMajor but what a special person! He could walk into a room and light it up with those big bright eyes and smile. He truly loved his job and what an impact he had not only on his cadets but the entire school. SGMajor Scott was a once in a life time person. He truly touched my life and I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shelita Jones
December 8, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
cadet private camren beasley
December 7, 2012
He loved all of us and we love him my prayers are not only with the cadets of Douglas County High School besides myself but also his family friends and everyone he loved and everyone who was close to him
SGM Mack
December 7, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kishana Cooper
December 7, 2012
Sgt.Scott was an inspiration to every student at Crim High School and will greatly missed by me and everyone he came in contact with. He will forever be in my heart and mind.
Delores Mitchell
December 6, 2012
To Robert and the entire Scott family I will have my thoughts and prayers with the family .
With Deepest Sympathy
December 6, 2012
May God comfort the family and give you peace in this time of sorrow Phil 4:6,7.
Aliyah Smith
December 6, 2012
We will miss Sgt Major "saying walk and talk" every morning. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Carol Gee
December 6, 2012
Your smiling face will be missed at DCHS.
December 6, 2012
I was deeply saddened tohear of the passing of one that I called Friend. He was a wounded warrior and a great Spencerian, John14:1-3.
Rev. Dr. T.T. Reynolds
Cynthia Samuels
December 6, 2012
Sgt. Major Scott was my JROTC instructor for two years at Crim High School. I was proud to have him as a leader and teacher. I will always have respect for the man who encouraged me to work hard, attend college and respect my community. You will be miss wonderful instructor.
tyler hammond
December 6, 2012
you will be greatly missed.
Susie Williams
December 6, 2012
I wanted take this time to express my deepest sympathy for your loss.I only knew y'all through his sister Flo ,but learned of their wonderful family through many years of cherished friendship with Flo and Jimmy as well.
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