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James Scott Obituary
Jim was a member of Divine Mercy St. Mary's Catholic Church in Massillon. His life passions included enjoying the great outdoors-playing golf, hunting, fishing, and camping at Tappan Lake with family and friends. Jim was a true Buckeye, long-suffering Cleveland sports fan, and a proud Jackson Polar Bears supporter, graduating from Jackson High School in 1957.
Throughout his life, Jim gave back generously to Jackson High School and the surrounding community through his involvement with many organizations and activities, including the North Jackson Baseball Association, Jackson Jolly Jubilee, Jackson Local Board of Education (1978-1986), Jackson Booster Club (President), Jackson Wall of Fame Committee (Chairman), and Jackson Wall of Fame Community Service (member). He also served as President of the Jackson Alumni Association and organized and ran the Jackson Middle School concession stand for 10 years.
In addition, Jim supported the St. Mary's NAVE group, served on the Pine Ridge Condo Association Board, and organized a retiree golf league. He especially loved the Christmas season, playing Santa Claus for his grandchildren, his Amish friends, and at the Pine Ridge Community annual Christmas party.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Eleanor (Rohr), his high school sweetheart; sons Jeff (Mel) of Hartsville, SC, and Doug of Massillon; daughter Wendy of Clinton; grandchildren Jeffery (Brittany) Scott, Gabe (Kimberly) Scott, Noah (Bethany) Scott, George (Miriam) Elum, and Tiffany (Danny) Castle; and great-grandchildren Elias and Isaac Elum; Noah, Eli, and Harper Lily Scott; and step-granddaughter Brittany (Thomas) Goldsberry, and step-grandchildren, Chelsee and Aspen Cove. He is also survived by sister-in-law Anna Mary Bates; nephews Craig (Jill) Scott, and David Scott; and nieces Robin Suhay and Lori Grabowy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, D. Roy and Florence (Capper) Scott; siblings Marilyn (David) Roberts and Robert (Eleanor) Scott; nieces Holly and Cathy Scott; and nephew Rick Roberts.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. at Heitger Funeral Home - JACKSON CHAPEL.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Divine Mercy/St. Mary Church Campus on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 11 A.M. Burial will follow at Sunset Hills Burial Park.
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Archie Vitallo
October 28, 2025
My deepest sympathy for Eleanor and family at the passing of Jim. We had great times together in the early days at Crown Steel where we worked closely together. Jim was a hard worker and fun loving guy. I have missed our friendship. God Bless you old friend.
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Jeffery Scott
October 27, 2025
To Grandpa
To the man who taught me to laugh, even when things get hard
To the man who showed me what true love and loyalty look like
To the man who listened when I called and offered calm and steady advice
To the man who passed on a love for Christmas and all things Santa
To the man who worked hard and made many, many friends along the way
To the man who demonstrated strength and grace, even at the end
To the man who was always proud of me and helped make me the man I am today
To the man whose hugs made everything feel safe
To the man who shared early mornings on the porch and late nights by the fire
To the man that reminded me that life´s true treasures aren´t things, but rather the people we share it with
To the man who set the example of how to be a husband and father
To the man who was there at my beginning and was always there for me
To my grandfather who loved well and laughed often, thank you.
He lived a special life and will be missed by all.
Love,
George, Jeffery, Gabe, Tiffany, and Noah
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October 24, 2025
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