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Michele Scott Obituary

Michele Jean Scott Age 49, died unexpectedly Sunday, February 24, 2008 in San Jose, California. Born September 15, 1958 in Forsyth, Montana, she grew up in Hereford, Texas. She attended Hereford High School, where she was voted 'best personality.' She graduated from Southwest Texas State University with Bachelor of Arts, and earned a Masters of Art at University of Iowa, and a Masters of Fine Arts at the Claremont Graduate School, in Claremont, California. Fiery, fun and freewheeling, she was a talented artist working in oil and monoprints, and her work is widely collected in the West. She was a director at several Bay Area fine art galleries, and taught art and creativity to both private and corporate clients and she served on the Board of Directors at the San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art and numerous charitable organizations in the Bay Area. She is survived by her parents, Paul and Lois Scott of Hereford, Texas; sister Karen and husband Scott Young of Little Rock, Arkansas; sister Judy and husband Craig Solomon of Vega, Texas, sister Barbara Scott of Lubbock, Texas; nieces Eliza and Julie Young, Bethany Solomon, and nephews Seth Solomon and Alex Young and her Great Aunt Lois Nicholson of Loveland, Colorado, and many many friends. Memorial Services in California will be held Wednesday, February 27th at 7 pm at the San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, in downtown San Jose. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Institute of Contemporary Art in San Jose (www.sjica.org) in Michele's name.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Feb. 27, 2008.

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Andy Dvorak

March 3, 2017

I knew Michelle (as we knew her) over thirty years ago when we were graduate students at the University of Iowa. She was one of the sweetest, kindest, most artistically talented, and vivacious people I have ever known. I have thought of her fondly and often over the many years since. I regret deeply that I didn't try to resume our friendship before her tragic, very early death nine years ago.

With Love and Fond Memories Always,

Colleen Robison

March 20, 2008

Shelly and I were friends from an early age in sunday school and walking to and from school in jr. high. I spent many happy hours in her home and with her family. They and she were very special. I'll miss her even though many years had passed since visiting. I liked to catch up when I would see Paul and Lois. So sorry!

Ann Hedgepeth

March 14, 2008

My heart is heavy. I have been looking for Michele on and off for a few years ~ and I cannot find the words at this moment...Michele, as she wanted to be known as a freshman at SWTSU (Texas State Univ.) was the first person I met as I settled into our dorm...great friends for the four or so years of school - then we drifted and did not stay in touch ... oh, damn - she was and from what I have gathered here, indeed firey and ever the individual...a true original. I have thought of her often - - - so sorry to learn of her life and death this way, a bittersweet discovery if ever there was one.
Peace to all of her family, loves, friends and aquaintances - heaven knows now as all who have known her that they've got one of the best in their midst.... with love, Ann Hedgepeth, formally from Magnolia, Texas.

Kimberly Morgan

March 14, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.My own personal memories come from our grade school and Jr. High years,and they are warm and sweet.We all assume we have all the time in the world to get back in touch with our childhood, I will forever regret not contacting Shelly, when i found her e-mail address this past summer.May Mr. & Mrs. Scott find the strength for all that is to come. My warmest reguards.

Sylvia Hutton

March 11, 2008

I have not seen Shelly since we graduated from high school, but had heard that she was in California. What fond memories I have of her, the first being from elementary school and Camp Fire. Of all the years that I knew Shelly, she never failed to have a smile and a kind word. When I think of her, I remember her laugh...the kind that continues to make me smile. She was kind-hearted and a friend to everyone. I know that she will be truly missed by all. My sincere condolences to all her family and friends.

Mike O'Rand

March 11, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of sweet Shelly. What delightful memories of her have been rekindeled as I have thought of her many times since hearing the news. Our prayers and thoughts are with the Scott family.

March 11, 2008

I'm the March 10th person that forgot to sign.

Julie Cortez (Austin, Tx)

March 10, 2008

It was devasting to hear of Shelly's passing. My heart hurts, as does everyone elses. After reading so many of these testimonials, I can only wish I could be half the person Shelly was. I'll forever remember her at a certain sophomore party I had and the times I went to her house and we made tacos for the family. I'll remember her for alot of things, but I'll remember her most for liking me for me. It made no difference that I was Spanish, or wasn't of "social standing" as others, or anything else. She and her family both made me feel so much a part of them. Mamma and Pappa "Scoot", Karen, Judy and Barbara, may the good Lord be by your sides during this most tragic time.

Marc Sigle

March 8, 2008

It saddens me to hear of our loss of Shelly. I have known her for the greater part of my life and she was always a joy to be around. Hereford certainly gave us wonderful friendships, even though contact has not been constant. To Shelly's family, my prayers are with you and know our fond memories of Shelly will be with us forever.

Mike Oglesby

March 7, 2008

It truely saddens me to hear about Shelly's passing away. She was such a great joy to be around. God has called home one of his Angels. Paul and Lois, my the Peace of God be with you during your time of sorrow and grieve.

Jeanne Hair Youngblood

March 6, 2008

I am sad to hear of Shelly's death - my sincere condolences to her family. I was disappointed she did not get to attend our class reunion this past summer. As I looked through our senior yearbook today, it was no surprise that she was our "Senior Class Favorite." She was a joy to be around, and the number of entries from former classmates bears witness to the impression she made on us all. The Scott family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Marc Strange

March 6, 2008

Shelly was one of those people who never leave your life once you've met them. It never seemed odd to wind up on some random flight and find Shelly sitting there. Over the years we traded sporadic pictures and emails. The last time we spoke was just before last year's reunion; both regretting that we would miss the opportunity to see each other and our classmates as neither of us could attend. To her family and friends I offer my condolensces. Shelly made the world a brighter place and her death is difficult to accept.

Grace Abalos

March 6, 2008

I hadn't seen Shelly since High School but I constantly look at the yearbook and wonder what has become of everyone. I don't remember seeing Shelly at any of the Class Reunions, but I wish I had. Shelly is now with God and with other dear friends from our Class we lost through the years. My thoughts and prayers are with the Scott Family. She will be missed.

Mark Drake

March 5, 2008

It's really kinda neat when you go to a high school reunion as I did in 2007. I suppose the one thing I enjoyed the most is how we've all changed. I can't remember if Shelly attended or not. I suppose that is age getting to me. This was my first reunion of "HHS 77" since the five year in 1982. What I remember the most about Shelly is her smile. She always seemed positive and upbeat. I can tell you she was a lot of fun. Her sister Barbara and one of my sisters were friends, so you get to know a person even more when there is that much involvement between families. Standing next our Lord and Creator she is in a much better place than we are. Missed but not forgotten.

Tony Albracht

March 5, 2008

My sympathies to all of Shelly's family. She was always a fun and vibrant girl in high school, and she'll be missed.

Becky McGilvary Melugin

March 5, 2008

I grew up with Shelly living right around the corner from us. Barbara and I were good friends so I spent alot of time there. Shelly had the most spirited personality of anyone I knew and will always remember her laughter and quick wit. Our prayers and thoughts are with the Scott family, I know she will be missed.

Sandra Finley

March 5, 2008

It's been almost 31 years since I last saw Shelly, but her memories are still very clear to me. Shelly was full of laughter and a smile, but much more she was caring and a good friend. Shelly and I shared many big belly laughs through the years in school, and Camp Fire. Camp was the best with Shelly there. She will be missed by many I know. God Bless

Vivian Burges Andrews

March 5, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with y'all. I'm glad I have all of my happy memories of Shelly. I will always treasure them.

Ramona Soria

March 5, 2008

It saddens me to the great free spirit we have lost. Her memory will live long. God Bless You all.

Dempsey Alexander

March 5, 2008

To Paul and Lois Scott ( Shelly's Parents) Thelma and I know how much of a loss you must feel, but rest assured Shelly is with God and friends now. She will be missed by ones she left behind.

Dianne Banner

March 4, 2008

Memories of Shelly are among some of my favorite days in Hereford High School. Always full of laughter and smiles, her humor and sarcasm raised the eyebrows of teachers and brought fun to class. She was a dear soul and it is hard to believe she is gone. My condolences to her wonderful family. She will be truly missed.

Emma (Galvan) Duffield

March 4, 2008

When we were kids we met, in the 3rd grade, we shared, we loved, and we laughed. Shelley always had a smile on her beautiful face and always expressed kindness to me. As we grew through to high school we continued to be a part of our small town school family. She was a ray of sunshine to a timid person like me. May she be always be remebered as the sunshine that she was and the ray of sunshine that she will always be in my memories. My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family.

Teresa Locke

March 4, 2008

Shelly was always fun-loving and kind, she was always happy and upbeat and will be sorely missed. My sympathy to her family and close friends she worked with. May God hold her close.

Rowan & Barbara Alexander

March 4, 2008

We are sadden by this news of the loss of our friend Shelly. Rowan and I have gone to school with Shelly and Barbara and we all grew up in Hereford. Alot of good times with friends. To Shelly's California friends, we know that you were always smiling while around Shelly. You just can't help it. The Scott's are a wonderful and loving family. Just know that the next beautiful sunset you see, just look for Shelly's signature at the bottom, i am sure she played a part in it's beauty. Paint the skies Shelly, we will be watching.

Linda Ginn

March 1, 2008

I grew up with Shelly in Hereford, her faimly and mine were friends. She was probably one of the first girls that I met when I moved to Hereford in 3rd grade. She was always a delight to be with. My condolences to all of her friends and her wonderful family who must be devastated at this tragic loss.

chris

February 27, 2008

Michele embodied the spirit of life. She changed my life forever, and I know she profoundly affected others. I regret I was not a more constant friend. This so wrong....the world is more empty

tim bailey

February 27, 2008

Truly a loss to anyone who knew her and those who will never have the pleasure.

Patricia Kelner

February 27, 2008

Michele was is passionate terrifically fun gal! I loved my time with her - it was a joy

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