WARREN FARRAR SCOTT

WARREN SCOTT Obituary

- Loving Memory of WARREN FARRAR SCOTT Aug. 10, 1923 - Jan. 14, 2011 Loving husband, nurturing father, generous uncle, caring brother, staunch, dependable, loyal friend. He's taken a piece of our hearts with him. He is survived by his wife, Connie, sons Geoffrey and Matthew, daughter Collette Jimenez (husband Adam), and one grandson, Dylan. A Memorial Service will be held at Custer Christiansen Mortuary, 124 South Citrus Avenue, Covina, CA., Saturday, January 22, 2011, at 5:00P. There will be a reception following at the home.

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Published by San Gabriel Valley Tribune on Jan. 19, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for WARREN SCOTT

8 Entries

Matthew Scott

January 16, 2012

When I was a kid I would often recruit my dad to play GI Joe and Star Wars with me. Gladly, he would kneel down and take up an action figure, not really knowing how to proceed in our mock battle for supremacy. As many of you were familiar with his personality, you might guess, playing â€œmake believeâ€� was not my father's forte. The game would last a few moments and he would then retire to his room, to his preferred activity of reading a book while munching on chips and salsa. Well that always seemed like a fine alternative to me, so I would eagerly follow after, poaching a few bites for myself, of which he gladly shared his bounty. Sharing chips and salsa in some ways was our own little father and son moment. He was a particular fan of Pace Picanti. I'm not sure if this was for its taste or rather the fact that you could get a gallon for under $5. I would hungrily take a few bites before departing to wait for the traditional American feast prepared every evening by the diligent hand of my mother, Connie. Common dishes included meat loaf, lasagna, spaghetti, pork chops, chicken chow mien, and on those very rare occasions; strawberry short cake.

Spending a Saturday at the San Gabriel Valley Gun Club was another way that he and I shared some quality time and bonded as father and son. As a child I desperately wanted a bb gun. So for Christmas he bought me, or rather Santa gave me, a 22 rifle, which seemed like a very fair compromise to my initial request! We would spend the day putting holes in targets, refreshing ourselves at lunch with hot dogs and Cactus Coolers. It all was very thrilling to me and it felt like privileged time between father and son.

He was also an enthusiastic participant in all things Cub Scouts or Indian Guides, as long as it involved building something. He was fond of camping as long as he could tow along his beloved camper. He didn't much care for the beach and would wear pants in 95 degree weather. He said he hated the way shorts rubbed on his legs. For all of these reasons, my Dad was unique. He was representative of a bygone era. An era of shared sacrifice, of tradition, and of family. I cherish the things my Dad taught me. Not through direct instruction but simply by the way he lived. He was a champion of self reliance, endeavoring to fix anything that broke in order to keep the family unit moving forward in life. He could always be counted on in a pitch and gladly drive in the middle of the night to the aid of any one of us.

I don't see this as a sorrowful event. I see it as a celebration. A celebration of a life well lived. My father, Warren Scott, said he moved out to California from Cleveland, OH to escape the brutal winters of the east. Settling in the LA basin he proceeded to build a life for himself, of which I am a product of that creation. I will always love, honor, and cherish his memory.

May 14, 2011

Warren Farrar Scott,loyal,loving husband, exemplary father, wonderful son, caring brother, friend of a lifetime; we miss you and will love you forever. You gave us the gift of a lifetime. Your adoring wife, Connie

Laura (Michele) Scott Dillman

May 12, 2011

You had a long and full life together. I'm sure you miss him terribly. My sincere condolences on your loss.

May 10, 2011

I know how heartbreaking it is to lose a beloved parent....
my condolences to all of you,
Gregory Farrar Scott

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Allena Kaplan

January 28, 2011

Warren's biography and eulogy are certainly inspirational. What a wonderful man he was, contributing in many different ways, to make the world an orderly place. My deepest condolences go to Connie, Geoff, Collette, and Matt; you have all made him proud..............................with love, Allena Kaplan

Connie Scott

January 26, 2011

Forever in our hearts. Our Maker has taken our partner.

Jackie Veats

January 23, 2011

The memorial service was perfect. Warren would have loved it...you did a great job. He will be missed!

Ralph Hamilton

January 22, 2011

Hello to the Scott family. I have been friends with Geoffrey (FLASH) for some time now...and when we talk ( our friendship is held together via the phone)some times a lot, other times we catch up. To you the Scott family i wish you all and separately my feeling of sympathy. I too have lost my father also my mother and our family all feel the loss ...I pray that each of you find a way to handle the loss... We (the family) connect together and with each other individually since their passing...Through laughter and tears....We even share moments that have been secrets still.I pray that you too will keep the support of each other for all times...Geoffrey i love you man...I send you my heart Geoffrey. Resp, Ralph Hamilton

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