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Scott DeShields Obituary
January 11, 1963 - June 23, 2016
Raleigh
Scott D. "Stump" DeShields, 53, died on June 23, 2016.
He is survived by his wife Katrina, daughter Colby, and son Jake, and the family, friends, and athletes whom he mentored and inspired on and off the field.
Whether you called him Scott, Dad, Stump, or Coach, if you had a relationship with Scott DeShields, you knew the passion and intensity that he demonstrated in his life and expected from others, especially his athletes.
Family and friends will be gathering to remember him on Thursday, June 30, 2016, at Ravenscroft School in the Finley Athletic Center from 5-7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to RUFF (Rescue Ur Forever Friend) would be appreciated.
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Tommy Austin
July 6, 2016
I have great memories of Stump and his passion for people and coaching. I worked him at Ravenscroft and we shared some great times. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, children, family and friends.
Tommy Austin
Jeff and Lauren Brady
July 4, 2016
Colby, We are so sorry for your loss. I put together some photo's I had from when your Dad and I Coached soccer together as a small remembrance of the fun we had together.
https://goo.gl/photos/HKFmeGA2ysVRevpx6
Lori D'Andrea Dillon
July 3, 2016
To the family of Scott, I grew up with Scott in Weirton WV, in Cove Valley Estates.. Had lost touch with Scott after High School. I am very sorry for your loss. Prayers to your family. RIP Scott..
June 30, 2016
We will miss Papa Bear. Rest easy.
Scott, Crystal & Jason Barber
Shep Buckman
June 28, 2016
I was so saddened to hear of Coach's passing. What an amazing man who motivated and shaped so many young lives. There are one-on-one conversations I shared with him that I'll never forget, a full 20 years later. He will be sorely missed!
Julia
June 28, 2016
It has been a long time since I have seen Scott but I wanted to share my condolences with his family and friends. So sorry for your loss.
Carolyn Levey Winks
June 28, 2016
Dearest Katrina, Colby and Jake,
I am so devastated to hear about your Husband and Father.
I want Colby and Jake to know how much I admire Katrina and I know she will be there for you all as you try to come to terms with the passing of your Daddy. To me She was one in a million and I am sure she is Everything to You All.
My deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Carolyn
Earle Fincher
June 27, 2016
I'm very sad to hear about Scott! He loved the game of football and was a great motivator with the kids he coached...passion & enthusiasm were his coaching style! He has left a lasting impression on ALL of his players and guys he coached with! He'll be missed by many.
Brenda B.
June 27, 2016
I am so sorry the world has lost Scott! He was a rare and unique individual, and I thoroughly enjoyed him the few times I got to spend time with him.
Brenda Bullock
June 27, 2016
I am so sorry the world has lost Scott. He was a rare and unique individual, and I thoroughly enjoyed him the few times I got to visit with him.
Kevin R
June 27, 2016
Coach D, you will be missed. I can honestly say you reached me more than any other coach and I'm a better person having known you.
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