Scott Wilkinson, formerly Scott Gilmour, died early Friday morning, March 13, 2015, at his home in Ramona. Scott, 29, was a loving and devoted husband, son, and brother. He moved from his home state of Virginia to Ramona in August 2008, enjoying the quiet country life along with his four dogs at first, and, more recently, two horses.
Before coming to Ramona, Scott lived in Arlington, Virginia, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Marymount University and worked in Washington, D.C., in the public affairs and marketing departments at the National Association of Homebuilders and with The Hospitality and Information Service for Diplomats.
In Ramona, Scott served as the Administrative Assistant of Ramona United Methodist Church from 2009-2011. From 2011-2013, he worked tirelessly to improve the lives of seniors at the Oakdale of La Mesa assisted living and memory care facility. He subsequently sought to launch his own company to help seniors and loved-ones consider their assisted living options. He was also driven to write, working diligently on a novel for many months before his death.
Scott made a loving, joyful home for his husband, Paul. He is also mourned by his parents, Tom and Jan Gilmour of Eugene, OR; grandparents, Chet and Betty Kean of Lafayette, CA; brother, David of Houston, TX; and sister, Beth of Virginia Beach, VA.
Scott was a member of the Ramona United Methodist Church, almost never missing a worship service and being constantly loved by the close-knit church family he joined in 2008, which also mourns his loss.
In his neighborhood, Scott was known for his love of animals, especially his dogs and then horses. Scott first leased and bravely rode a huge draft horse. He then acquired two beautiful mares, who also miss him terribly, along with his adopted Belgian Shepherd mix, Midnight, who he affectionately called Mr. Bear; Rascal, a smaller mix; and Moose and Max, two fraternal Chihuahuas who Scott brought with him from Arlington to Ramona.
The celebration of Scott's life will be held Saturday, March 28, 2015, at 1 p.m. at Ramona United Methodist Church, 3394 Chapel Lane, Ramona.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Ramona United Methodist Church or to a program in which Scott's mares will be cared for by FFA students learning horsemanship. For information on the fund, contact: [email protected].
Bonham Bros & Stewart Mortuary and Cremation Service is assisting the family.

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Published by Ramona Sentinel on Mar. 17, 2015.

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Dorothy Allen

March 11, 2020

He was a loving person. More than once I was privileged to hold him close as we waited for the service at Church to begin.

Dorothy Allen

March 24, 2015

I miss Scott. He was part of my Church family and I looked forward to speaking to him each Sunday. I wanted him to write his book and feel the value for himself that others of us did. In our last conversation we spoke of his battles and troubles, but when I said,"your spirit is strong" he agreed with enthusiasm.

LInda Maley

March 22, 2015

Will miss and love you always....

March 22, 2015

Quite simply, I will miss Scott terribly. No words can express this hollow feeling. I watched Scott grow up alongside my son, as they were best friends from high school on. I fussed at him like one of my own and laughed at his silliness. Always kind, caring, and thoughtful. Even though he brought smiles and joy to others throughout his short time here, he seemed to be searching for his own happiness. It was heartwarming to see how genuinely happy he'd become in recent years. Such a loss is difficult for those left behind. My heart goes out to all. Be assured that when you least expect it and when you need it most, a joyful memory of Scott will pop into your mind and make you smile....cause after all, that's what he wants for us too...happiness <3

Sharon

March 21, 2015

My memory of Scott will always be of a caring, loving, thoughtful and giving young man. I also think back to him as a baby---full of sweetness and mischief; very much loved by his family and friends. Today my heart aches.

March 19, 2015

How can such a bright, promising, joyful, loving guy like Scott be gone at the age of twenty-nine? It is devastating.
Paul introduced me to Scott soon after they found each other. It was sheer delight to be around them during those first years in Washington. They were so filled with love and joy. Scott was such a caring, humor-filled spark, and he brought so much to everyone, and especially to Paul.
I was so happy to go to their wedding on that beautiful sunny day in the hills of Ramona, and to see the beginnings of their life together therethe strong community of friends they had made, and the church that meant so much to them.
I will always miss Scott.
Chuck Downs, Boyce, Virginia

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