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Des Moines - Martin Ray Scott, 58, of Des Moines died at home on November 27, 2019 after a short, courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 7 with visitation from 9:00 until the service at Iles Westover Chapel, 6337 Hickman Rd, Ds Moines.
Marty was born in Barberton, OH on December 1, 1960 to Ronald and Jennie (Sinnett) Scott. He grew up in Keokuk, IA where he graduated from high school in 1978. He attended the University of Iowa and graduated from Kirkwood Community College. He and Cathy Goulden were married in October 1992 and made their home in Iowa City until moving in 1995 to Des Moines, where their son was born.
Marty started Iowa Reprographics in 1995 with two partners, then became sole proprietor in 2001. He developed many close friendships through his business.
He was a member of Waveland Golf Association for many years. He also enjoyed vintage cars, disc golf, and Cardinals baseball. He loved all kinds of creatures, but especially his dogs, Lucy and Penny.
Survivors include his wife, Cathy; son, Jacob; parents, Ron and Jennie Scott of Keokuk; siblings, Sue (Doug) Cline of Johnston, Brian (Kellie) Scott of Ankeny, Sarah (Adam) Schultz of Boone; sister-in-law, Teresa Goulden (Tom Lagasse); six nephews and one niece, as well as many beloved extended family members and friends.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to Kristina Steffes-Clayton for her invaluable help at Iowa Reprographics, especially during Marty's illness. Also many thanks to his dear friends, especially the guys in the garage.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Keokuk Evangelical Free Church, DMARC Food Pantry or the animal rescue organization of the donor's choice.
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December 6, 2019
Marty was a great friend to my husband. Our kids took quite a liking to him, too, and included him in their prayers at night for the past couple of years. He was a great guy.
Stephanie Wadle
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December 5, 2019
Sorry for your loss Cathy and Jake. I met Marty in IC in the early eighties when we worked at JC Penney's, we hit it off right away. Later when I was away in the USAF he and my brother Dan became best of friends. I always enjoyed going to his place to see all of his exotic plants and creatures. He was a good friend and mentor that will be truly missed by those that surrounded him.
JD
December 3, 2019
RIP I knew Marty from the print shop he was always a friendly guy, even on those big jobs I brought in at the end of the day!
We met when he moved into 3 College and I worked on his fire/security system then carried on with business with Marty with all my future employers.
I hope that you all find peace from within knowing that Marty is resting now.
RIP
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