Richard Allen Scott

Richard "Rich" Allen Scott, 56, of Freeman, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 26, 2024, at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. A celebration of life will be held from 5:00pm-6:30pm on Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. A private family inurnment will be held at the Freeman Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a fund has been set up to help the family with funeral expenses. Donations can be sent to: Conrad King, 17301 East State Route 2, Harrisonville, MO 64701.
Rich was born November 5, 1967, in Kansas City, MO, to Fred Emmit and Barbara Ellen (West) Scott. Rich's journey through life can be characterized by his jovial personality and his desire to help others in need. Rich grew up in Grandview, MO and attended Blue Ridge Christian School. Rich had a passion for soccer and was a valued player on his high school soccer team. Due to his incredible talent on the field, Rich was regularly invited to practice with the Kansas City Comets professional soccer team where he grew a great friendship with the players. Rich moved to Freeman, MO in 1984 and made his home there until his passing.
Rich worked for Johnson County Top Soil in Stilwell, KS, for ten years. Rich had a knack for all things mechanical and later pursued a career as an automotive mechanic. He eventually found his niche at Hafkemeyer Motors in Kansas City where Rich continued the Scott family trade and became known for his ability to fix anything with an engine, whether mechanical or electrical. Rich was blessed with and took immense pride in his children and grandchildren. Rich will be remembered by his family and friends for his infectious laughter and ornery sense of humor that always left those around him with a smile on their face.
Rich is survived by his parents, Fred and Barbara Scott of Freeman, MO; two daughters: Anissa Scott of Harrisonville, MO; and Morgan Scott of Warrensburg, MO; two sons: Sebastian King of Grandview, MO; and Conrad King (Darian) of Harrisonville, MO; and two granddaughters, Ava King and Mahala Duchesne.