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Scott Marshall Obituary
His wife, Johanna, told TMZ, which first reported the news, that police officers informed her Sunday that Scott died in his sleep, and that preliminary autopsy results show that the cause of death was heart-related.
Johanna said Scott called her from his Chicago tattoo shop, Roselle Tattoo Co., Saturday night and told her that he was not feeling well enough to make the drive home, and went to a hotel nearby. His death remains under investigation.
Scott appeared on the Spike TV competition show starting in February 2014 and took home the $100,000 grand prize after beating out fellow tattoo artists Walter “Sausage” Frank and Matti Hixson in an all-skill challenge. He would go on to be featured in Inked magazine for winning the show.
“Spike and entire Ink Master family are stunned and saddened by the news of Scott’s passing,” Spike TV said in a statement. “He was a great competitor and talented artist. Our deepest condolences go out to the Marshall family and friends.”
The show's host, Dave Navarro, shared his sympathies shortly after news broke of Marshall's death. "#InkMaster @SpikeInkMaster I am very sad to report that Inkmaster and friend Scott Marshall has passed away," he tweeted on Tuesday. "My condolences to his family."
Along with his wife, Scott is survived by their three young children.
128 Entries
Rachael
May 12, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss. To Scott´s beautiful wife and children. My heart goes out to you all
k M
September 14, 2024
Happy birthday Scott ❤
T
March 3, 2024
I just recently finished rewatching season 4 of Ink Master, 9 years on and it's still so sad knowing he passed away not long after. Such an incredible talent, and a deserved winner. Ink Master fans will never forget you Scott.
K Mosley
June 3, 2023
I'll see you on the dark side of the moon...
How you can show support
Deven Dehart
March 31, 2022
Recently found out about his passing, he inspired me to fight against the competition and win. An inspiring man, gone way too soon. Rest In Peace buddy.
March 3, 2021
I found out about his passing years later. I had no idea. I’ve watched the season Scott was in several times. He was talented, and still missed. RIP.
December 23, 2018
❤❤❤
Josh Roberts
December 23, 2018
Scott inspired my art so much and still does to this day. I think of you often and man do I miss you brother.
Ursula Kawalec
May 16, 2018
Extremely talented tattoo artist,it
December 16, 2016
I feel bad for his family.He was the best ink master Scott Rest In Peace.@
Devin Jones
Gina Catanzaro
October 20, 2016
Truly missed. Forever in my prayers ❤
Jay K
April 11, 2016
The Lord must have been in need of a first class angel because he's got one now. You were a boss to watch on Ink Master and hope you're banging out tattoos and playing drums up there with the big man.
Kerri
April 6, 2016
My heart goes out to the Marshall family. I only recently learned Scott had passed and I was deeply saddened and shocked. I am so very sorry for your loss. God bless you and He has another very talented Angel in His midst.
March 16, 2016
He was awesome on ink master. Im really glad he won. May God bless his family.
Tanisha Cole
March 5, 2016
Very talented. Wanted a tat of my daughter who passed away. Never even knew he passed. My condolences to the family
Vikki
January 7, 2016
Still can't believe that this talented man has passed away. RIP .God bless your family.
crhystal
January 4, 2016
We watched Scott with awe in ink master & respected his tattooing! Me & my man r no bodies but these nobodies are very sad & prayers r with his family & children!
Nicole
January 2, 2016
I'm so sorry for the Marshall family, and I hope you know how much of an inspiration Scott was to artists who had the pleasure of knowing him, and the artists like me who were able to watch him do what he loves on TV. He was truly a very gifted individual.
Joshua Hackney
December 31, 2015
Scotty was one of my best friends. We knew each other for 15 years and he was one of the best human beings I have ever had the privlage to have in my life. Every tattoo I have ever gotten has been from him and I am in utter shock. I moved to LA four years ago but talked at least twice a month and had an appointment over the Christmas holiday. Last time I saw him was in June of 2015 and I just can't believe this. My heart goes out to Joanna and the kids he was the greatest friend I have ever had the honor to know. Most talented tattoo artist on this planet. R.I.P. bro I miss you already. Joanna if you see this post I was trying to get a hold of you here is my cell please give me a call or text whenever you get a chance. 630-935-6088
Gina Catanzaro
November 29, 2015
Forever in my prayers Scott.
stuart
November 17, 2015
you were an inspiration. I am so sorry to your family best wishes to you.ink master legend
Sofia Dober
November 8, 2015
Rest in peace. So sorry for his family's loss. A true talent is gone.
Apryl Fallon
November 8, 2015
To the Marshall family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Try to take comfort in all of your precious memories of Scott until the time comes that you see him once again. Deepest condolences. There is no standard length of time to grieve. Grief is forever just as your love is. Stay strong.
Cynthia Marcopulos
November 8, 2015
Scott was my favorite contestant and I was elated when he won the title of Inkmaster. I hoped to follow his career and one day get my first tat from him.
What a loss it is to the Tattoo industry and to all of us.
May Scott's memory be eternal (Greek saying).
carolyn
November 7, 2015
To the Family,
I am sorry for your loss. May our god of comfort be a stronghold for your family.
Sarah Davis
November 1, 2015
My deepest condolences to his family, friends and the shop! He will be missed by so many. RIP Scott.
April Vester
October 31, 2015
Deepest sorrow to the Marshall family for your loss. I watched him win Ink Master and what a talented and amazing man he was.I wanted to get some Ink done by him.Thoughts and prayers are definitely with your family in this time of need.
walter kalinowski
October 31, 2015
We will miss you,God bless the Marshall family
October 31, 2015
My most favorite Ink Master. I offer my condolences to his family. He had a great talent and it will be remembered for life. RIP.
October 31, 2015
May God comfort you and your family in time of your sorrow. Although, Scott is gone, you have the everlasting memories that he left.
Amanda
October 31, 2015
I was just talking to a friend on sunday about how she needed to get a tattoo from you. Needless to say I was stunned and heartbroken to hear that you were taken way too soon from this world. My condolences go out to your wife and kids, the rest of your family and all of your friends. The world is a little less brighter without you around but your legacy will live on forever. Rip
Metal Michael
October 31, 2015
I'll miss you so much buddy. I can't believe you are gone, but you will live forever in my heart and in my skin. I'm so sorry Joanna.
Beverly
October 31, 2015
I've never watch Ink Master but my sincere condolences to the family, sorry for your loss.
October 31, 2015
Our family empathizes with your loss. We had a brother to die at 40. He laid down to take a nap and had a massive heart attack in his sleep. He too left behind 3 children. Your pain in our hearts. Lean on the "God of all comfort."
Melissa Craft
October 31, 2015
You are a very good inspiration to a lot of people in your an awesome tattoo artist you will be missed
Brenda Hanson-Baffa
October 30, 2015
I have never met Scott but have heard so much about him and what a talented artist he was through my son Nick Baffa... My heart is breaking Johanna for you and your family... His legacy will live on through all the people he has touched...
Kelly Donato
October 30, 2015
Our deepest condolences To the Marshall Family . May scott rest in peace . We will miss You Scott . The Donato Family
S S
October 30, 2015
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you.
October 30, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.
Brenda Hanson-Baffa
October 30, 2015
"I have never met Scott but have heard so much about him and what a talented artist he was through my son Nick Baffa... My heart is breaking Johanna for you and your family... His legacy will live on through all the people he has touched"...
Tommy Mirabella
October 30, 2015
Thoughts and prayers go out to to Family and friends. Rest in peace..,
Joanna
October 30, 2015
RIP Scott.
You will be truly missed!
Adam Clutter
October 29, 2015
Scott you will be missed. But your art will make you live forever. RIP
Kim Adams
October 29, 2015
Such a heartbreaking loss for anyone who knew Scott. Thank you for all your input when I came in to Roselle tattoo. You will always be the #1 Ink Master in my book. I only wish you could've done one of my tattoos. I was lucky enough though, along with many other classmates, to watch you grow up from grade school all the way through high school. You are already truly missed. Gone way too soon. My sincere condolences to Scott's family. RIP Scott Marshall. You will never be forgotten. Your work lives on.
Sarah Nikiel
October 29, 2015
RIP Scott. I'm so grateful that I got my butterfly tattoo from you in 2006. May God bless your family.
Geoff Karst
October 29, 2015
Thanks for the great ink and introducing me to Clutch 10 years ago. You will be truly missed by everyone who knew you.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Marshall family. I'm very sorry for your loss.
John Bovee
October 29, 2015
Thanks for 10 years of friendship and artwork. I'll miss you bro.
October 29, 2015
RIP Scott. Thank you for the great ink! Trent and Tanya Sklena
Hanover Park, Illinois
debra jackson
October 29, 2015
Heartfelt thoughts and prayers for his family and friends...
Vikki & Dave Stevenson
October 29, 2015
So very sad to hear this news. What a true loss. His art work and his tattoo work will keep his memory alive forever. God Bless his wife and children may they find strength and peace thru this time.... Heaven has another angel....
Jessica Boles
October 29, 2015
I loved being tattooed by him. In my eyes he was the best and the only person I trusted with my body!! He will be so missed and my heart goes to his wife and children
Rick
October 29, 2015
To the MARSHALL FAMILY in their time of grief, I'm truly sorry for your loss. Drawing close to 'God' at this difficult time will strengthen you. (James 4:8)
October 29, 2015
R.I.P MY FRIEND, YOU WILL BE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.
Malone Family
October 29, 2015
To loose a husband, father and friend in death leaves a void in our lives. Man was created to live forever under perfect conditions. (Genesis 2:7) Death, sorrow and pain will end soon and Scott will be brought back to life on earth.
October 29, 2015
So sorry for your loss,may you have peace...
Wandy Cintron
October 29, 2015
Sorry for your loss- taken too young.
Nathaniel Booker
October 28, 2015
I am truly sorry for your loss. God himself promises a time when tears and the painful things that cause us to shed them will be a thing of the past. (Jeremiah 29:11)
John wright
October 28, 2015
So sad to hear of scotts passing just a complete shock thoughts and prayers to his friends and family R.I.P Scott you will be missed
Susan Vanek
October 28, 2015
The world lost a truly gifted artist. Thank you for blessing me with your amazing artwork. I will forever remember you. Rest in Peace Scott. Heaven has another angel.
Amy Ullman
October 28, 2015
So sorry Marshall family for your loss. I watched him win Ink Master and what a talent he had. So young and sad. Thoughts are definitely with you.
Dinah Williamson
October 28, 2015
My condolences. Scott was an awesome artist. His talent knew no bounds. My prayers are with his family. Rest in Peace, Scott.
Shannon
October 28, 2015
My condolences to the Marshall family and friends. May you find comfort in knowing that when God restores Paradise, he will undo all causes of suffering. (Ps 37:11) Then our tears of sorrow will become tears of great joy.
Christie Parker
October 28, 2015
Incredible artist and seemingly great guy. So sad for his family and friends. May he rest in peace. He is gone way too soon.
D Tyler
October 28, 2015
Condolences to the Marshall family. May your family and friends be a deep source of encouragement to your family at this sad time. The scriptures offer so much encouragement and strength , so may your family take time to examine the scripture at Psalms 62:8 and hoping it will give your some peace.
Leslie Beichner
October 28, 2015
My deepest sympathies at the loss of Scott. May God give you the strength to get you through this time. He was a very talented artist who left us way too soon. May he rest in the eternal peace of our Lord. I enjoyed watching him compete and win on Ink Master, which he truly was in every sense of the word. Again, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
October 28, 2015
May the peace God gives help you all to cope with your loss.
Donna and Ted Burnell
October 28, 2015
May God be with the family during these hard times. You will be missed.
Susan Trantham
October 28, 2015
R.I.P. The world has lost a amazing artist. I watched him on Ink Master. My condolences to his wife and family
Diane Zoller-Ciatto
October 28, 2015
Sad for Johanna and the children, may you rest in peace. xoxoxo
October 28, 2015
So sorry to hear about Scott. I know his memories will forever live on in the hearts of all he has touched over the years. Draw close to Almighty God (Psalms 83:18) for the strength needed during this difficult time of your life. He will really help you.
October 28, 2015
May the God of all comfort and peace be with you.
Sincerely
Barbara Stevens
October 28, 2015
So sorry to hear the news. He was a great tattoo artist and my husband and I enjoyed watching him on Ink Master.
Jones
October 28, 2015
Rest in peace master of masters
Pamela
October 28, 2015
RIP
Aileen T
October 28, 2015
So very sorry to hear of Scott's passing and send most sincere condolences to the Marshall family and Roselle Tattoo family. He was a great artist and will be missed.
October 28, 2015
Offering my deepest condolences. ( Ps 46 : 1 )
Stacy
October 28, 2015
Heartfelt condolences Scott's family and loved ones. May the God of all comfort be with you as you cope with your loss.
October 28, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
DEE L.
October 28, 2015
I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS .I'M A BIG FAN OF HIS ART, MAY HE REST IN PEACE
October 28, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.
Angie
October 28, 2015
Such a tragic loss. My heart hurts for his family and friends. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. My heart goes out to his wife and children.
Robin, an Ink Master fan
October 28, 2015
I send a prayer and condolences to Johanna and her family on their loss.
Lucy
October 28, 2015
Psalm 147:3
A H
October 28, 2015
So sorry for the loss of your loved one, may you find comfort in each other as you strive to cope with this. And may the God of all comfort help in the days to come.
October 28, 2015
Sorry to hear of the loss of such a talented man. May the prayers of family and friends be of comfort at this trying time.
October 28, 2015
Sorry for your loss . God is very loving and caring . May you cherish his memories . God will open his hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing . Psalm 145:16
JULIE ROSARIO
October 28, 2015
REST IN PEACE SCOTT MAY THE LORD COMFORT YOUR SOUL AND YOUR LOVE ONES. MAY YOU BE THEIR GARDIAN ANGEL TO YOU MEET AGAIN.
Scott Chamberland
October 28, 2015
Rest in Peace
Lori
October 28, 2015
I'm very sorry for your loss. He was very talented artist.
October 28, 2015
I would like to offer my deepest condolences for your loss. May your family find peace and comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be gone for this has been promised.
October 28, 2015
Wow, what a loss! I'm sure the family is still in a state of shock. May God comfort your hearts and may the love you have for each other get you through this difficult time.
Barbara Kuzminski
October 28, 2015
So devastated by this loss. RIP Scott Marshall. Prayers to your family. Rooted you on from day one. So talented, gone too soon.
The Kuzminski Family
Bayonne, NJ
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