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Larry Keith Scott
1943 - 2011
Larry Keith Scott
1943 - 2011
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BORN
1943
DIED
2011
Larry Scott Obituary
MAY 4, 1943 - NOVEMBER 5, 2011
Larry, age 68, died suddenly following a tragic automobile accident near San Luis Obispo.
He was born in Downey, CA but spent the majority of his life in Modesto.
Larry is known especially for his unwavering love and steadfast commitment to his family and friends, his handyman skills, extensive mechanical knowledge, welding, and his never-ending love of the great outdoors.
Larry served in the National Guard from 1961-1965.
You may have seen Larry over the years in and around the Modesto area where he frequently worked underground repairing water mains. He worked with Del Este Water Company for 27 years from 1968 until the City of Modesto took Del Este over in 1995. He then worked for the City of Modesto from 1995 until his retirement in 2004. Larry was a very hard worker and took his role as family provider very seriously. He was loved by his many co-workers who enjoyed his laughter and keen sense of humor. After retirement he continued to work with his son Zack who owns Scott Family Landscaping.
Larry had a passion for cycling and twice completed the STP (Seattle to Portland) 200 mile ride, first in 1994 and most recently in July 2011 following a knee replacement 6 months earlier.
His other hobbies included restoration from the ground up of his 1962 Chevy Pickup, and taking his jeep rock climbing. He was a member of the local 4x4 in Motion club. Larry loved traveling, hiking, backpacking, fishing, camping and being with his family and friends.
Larry leaves behind his loving wife Nancy, three sons: "CK" Charles (Christy) Scott, of Russellville, Ark., Jeff (Denise) Scott of Modesto, Zack (Carmen) Scott of Modesto, and his daughter Heather (Earin) Gutierrez of Modesto; his five grandchildren Josh, Dominick, Lily, Gabriel and Madison and his faithful companion and friend (his dog) Zipper.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at l:00pm at the Community of Christ Church at 2705 Tully Road, Modesto, CA.
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Marilyn Rotnem
January 27, 2012
Larry was my cousin and my best friend when we were growing up. We had so many, many good times together. He will live in my heart forever.
Natalie Nevitt
January 17, 2012
My husband and I both had the pleasure of working with Larry and will forever remember his smile and his laugh. We miss you Larry! Gods peace on your family. We are so sorry for your loss of this great man.
Ken and Kathy Husted
January 16, 2012
We have lived next door to Larry for over 25 years. He was always ready to help us with anything. We will miss his smile and laughter. He was one in a million!
Alicia Wakeman-Rohlfing
January 16, 2012
We miss you Uncle Larry!
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Corinn Wakeman-Korting
January 16, 2012
Uncle Larry you are missed dearly by your whole family, including your only sister, Gina Wakeman and her whole family.
Corinn Wakeman-Korting
January 16, 2012
Always in our hearts.
Corinn Wakeman-Korting
January 16, 2012
Uncle Larry you are truly missed by all your family, including you only sister Gina Wakeman and her whole family.
Stephanie Perry
January 15, 2012
My Heart To The Family, I'm So Sorry Zack & Heather. Please know I'm here if you need anything, he truly was a beautiful soul!
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