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David Scott Obituary
David L. Scott, 71, of Van Wert, died Sunday morning, May 11, 2025, at Mercy-St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima.
He was born December 23, 1953, in Van Wert, to Donald Scott and Deloris (Kline) Scott Cotterman.
David loved Van Wert Cougar football.
He is survived by uncles, Edward Kline of Alliance, Ohio and Tom Kline of Van Wert; an aunt, Shirley Trammel of Paulding; and many cousins.
David was preceded in death by his parents; and step-father, Larry Cotterman.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00am on Friday, May 16, 2025, at Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.alspachgearhart.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, 722 S. Washington St, Van Wert.
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