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Charles, "Scotty" was born on July 3, 1947 in Natchitoches, LA, the second child of Charles Mercer Scott and Marie Baucum Scott. He received his undergraduate education at Northwestern State University and his legal education at Louisiana State University Law School, earning his Juris Doctorate Degree. In 1971, Charles and his wife, Alexis Pharris, moved to Shreveport, LA. As a Christian, whose faith was the basis for all he did, he saw the ministry of public service as a privilege and he took great joy in serving the citizens of Caddo for 40 years as a prosecutor and judge. Because of his tireless work and unwavering commitment to public service, he will be inducted into the Louisiana Justice Hall of Fame in August of this year.
Charles began his work in the criminal justice system as an Assistant City Attorney for Shreveport before being elected Judge, Shreveport City Court on August 1, 1980. He was then a District Judge for 25 years, serving as Chief Judge, First Judicial District Court (Caddo Parish). He served as President of the Second Circuit Judges' Association and as President of the Louisiana District Judges Association, where he served on the Executive Board until 2008. Since 2008, Charles has served as District Attorney, Caddo Parish, Louisiana (First Judicial District State of Louisiana). He is the immediate Past President of the Louisiana District Attorney's Association and also Chairman of the North Louisiana Crime Lab, serving 29 parishes in North Louisiana and served as a member of the Drug and Violent Crime Policy Board. Charles was a strong advocate for the local Crime Lab, both on the state and national level. He served as Co-Chairman, Master Plan Committee C.M.I.S (Case Management Information System) and as a member, Louisiana Judicial Budgetary Control Board. He was the former Chairman, Committee To Evaluate Requests for New Judgeships, a committee of the Judicial Council. He served on the Governor's Task Force on Violent Crime and Homicide and on the Committee to Study Proper Court Reporting in Louisiana. He served for years as an instructor in the L.S.U - Shreveport Paralegal Program. He is a past President of the Harry V. Booth-Judge Henry A. Politz Chapter of the American Inns of Court. He also served as a member of the Louisiana Judicial Council and as a member of the Governor's Task Force on Child Support Enforcement.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Charles Mercer Scott, Jr. He is survived by his family who he treasured; wife, Alexis, his son, Charles Rex Scott, III and wife, Meredith, and his daughter, Kelly Scott Padgett and husband, Robert; and seven grandsons, Jackson Ty Padgett, Oliver Reed Padgett, Joshua Rex Scott, Noah Allen Scott, Eli Mercer Scott, Jonathan Thomas Scott and Andrew James Scott. He is also survived by his sister, Martha Scott Trinko; nephews, Richard and Karl Trinko; brother-in-law Kermit Wilson Pharris and wife, Cheryl; niece, Lindsey Pharris; nephew, Paul Pharris and his wife, Lily.
Charles Rex Scott, II, will be remembered as many things; husband, father, grandfather, friend, judge, speaker, teacher, District Attorney- but in all of those roles he will be remembered most as a man who desired to serve others because of Christ's sacrifice for him. He consistently put the needs of everyone else above himself and worked tirelessly to stand for those who needed his help. He is and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
The family suggests memorial donations may be made to; Gideons International, P.O. Box 78204, Shreveport, LA 71137 or Crisis Pregnancy Center, 921 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy. Shreveport, LA 71105.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Scott
Verta Howard-Jones
April 17, 2025
I will ALWAYS remember this GREAT man. Continued prayers for his family.
Verta Howard Jones
April 25, 2024
Never forgetting DA Scott...
May God continue to strengthen his family and friends.
Barbara Driscoll
April 18, 2024
The years do not remove the honored memories of this wonderful person. So grateful to be a lifelong friend. Heaven has a wonderful glory filled man.
Barbara Hampton Driscoll
April 18, 2023
Oh, Scotty is missed more and more. A friend and a true server to all. So wish he was here; know it would make a difference with community issues.
Verta Howard-Jones (Ret. Deputy)
April 17, 2023
I started working for CSO in 1980 where I got the chance to meet Judge Scott. When he came to District court i would talk with him almost daily. He was a great man of integrity and was always available to help in whatever situation that came up. He was the greatest, and I know he is resting in Heaven with his Savior.
Verta Howard Jones
April 17, 2022
Remembering Judge/DA Charles Scott, II a true man of God. I Started my career with Caddo Parish Sheriff´s Office in 1980 and had the opportunity to communicate with the Judges and DA´s office on a daily basis. Judge/DA Scott was the best. He was kind, friendly and always there to help solve all situations. 7 years is a long time to be without this GREAT PERSON. I know God needed another Angel in Heaven so He called DA Scott to come on home. God bless this family.
Marvelle Dunnings
April 18, 2021
Judge Charles Scott was always a kind and caring person. I worked with him as his clerk in civil court in the early 90's and it was an absolute pleasure working with him. RIP Judge Scott.
Thad Toups
May 5, 2015
The entire legal profession will miss his leadership and insight.
Amy Moore
May 5, 2015
Alexis,
Our hearts break for you and your family. It was so special for our boys to grow up as your neighbors for the years that we did. Scotty was a special man and will be deeply missed1
Agatha Fertitta-McCall
April 30, 2015
May Judge Scott rest in peace, until we all meet again.He will be greatly missed. He was such a kind and Godly man. Our prayers for his family to find comfort and peace at this very sad time.
Bailey Bark materials
April 29, 2015
We are very saddened be your lose Mrs.Scott and Family! we pray your strength and comfort at this time of bereavement. We are heart broken. If there is anything we can do for you just let us know. We are here for you . Mr. Scott was an awesome man He will be greatly missed! He was greatly Respected and he will not be forgotten! May he rest in peace until we meet again !
Nina Buckles
April 28, 2015
Rest in peace, kind sir.
John Garcia
April 28, 2015
Judge Scott, a good man, Rest In Peace. You will be missed.
Karen Fox Tice
April 28, 2015
Dear Alexis and family,
I am so sorry for your loss and the loss of the community. Scotty was a very caring and thoughtful man. Having worked with him for over twenty years at the court, I was privileged to get to know him. I will always remember him coming in every morning to say hi and "check" on all of us. What a great smile he had. He will be missed for many years to come. My prayers are with you and everyone who had the privilege to know Scotty.
Mark Warren
April 27, 2015
I have no words to express the sadness I feel at the loss of my friend Scotty and it hurts even more of the sorrow and sadness I know you are experiencing. The Greek Poet Sophicles stated "One must wait till the evening to see how splendid the day has been" I know for your husband, father, grandfather, and so many friends, it must have been a splendid day indeed to know that Charles Scott is next to our Lord.
Smokey Maxwell
April 27, 2015
Alexis, I am shocked and saddened by your loss. I haven't seen either of you in many years but memories of our get togethers remain strong. Please accept my heart felt condolences. I am deeply,deeply sorry for your loss
Angelina Rice
April 27, 2015
Alexis, I have been praying for you and your family. Although I did not know your wonderful husband personally, I can tell from all the tributes (and from knowing you) that he was a very caring and Christian man. I am so sorry for you and your family for such a tragic loss.
Lani & Steve Causey
April 27, 2015
Alexis, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May God comfort you and hold you close.
We will miss you, Scotty!
Amy O'Pry Massey
April 27, 2015
Today, we say goodbye to a wonderful man and advocate... He fought so hard for Kristi O'Pry, our family and all those made victim by crime in our community. When the rest of the world kept turning, he reminded us that Kristi had not been forgotten and that justice would prevail... We still believe him.
Barbara Hampton Driscoll
April 27, 2015
Alexis, my love and prayers go out to all of you. Scotty always exhibited compassion and integrity, even when we were young. Your faith will bring you peace and strength. I love you.
Susan Miller
April 27, 2015
To the family of Mr Scott my sympathies for ur loss. I knew Mr Scott when I was employed as a security coordinator for Vinson guard. My post was in the control room where my sweet friend would come in each n every morning to go up to his chambers to work ! He was such a good friend confidante to me I will miss him terribly !!! Luv to the family ! RIP we luv u
Mary Ann Van Osdell
April 27, 2015
Alexis, Judge Scott was the kind of person who you met one time and he remembered you. I've never seen him without a smile and he had such a difficult job. Know that we were thinking of you at the Salvation Army Auxiliary meeting Saturday. Blessings to you and your family.
Joe & Sharon Ford
April 27, 2015
Alexis and family, Our hearts are breaking for all of you in this most devastating time in your lives. I don't know if you will remember me, but I was for several years the contact lens technician at Shreveport Opthalmology and Pierremont Eye Institute at which time I met both of you. It is a blessing to have known y'all and it is a friendship I will always cherish. I thank God for the Christian life that Mr. Scott led both privately and openly. He was truly a soldier for Jesus. It was easy to see that God led him in everything he did. We need more people like him. He will truly missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the days ahead.
Hollie
April 27, 2015
My prayers to all of the Scott family.
Jana Fowler
April 27, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. You did so much to help so many. Truly a loving and lasting legacy.
Ed Hearron
April 27, 2015
A friend, a parent, a person never to busy to be involved. Judge Scott was the first male parent to serve on the PTA board at Broadmoor Middle Laboratory when I got my first Principal's job in Caddo Parish in 1981.He and his wife Alexis have been friends ever since. A man of great character and respect.
Specialty Ballistics
April 27, 2015
Our sincere condolences to the Scott family and friends. May God lift us all up in this time of sadness. He was a great man and will be missed.
Navdeep Samra
April 27, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss.
My prayers go out to his family.
Beth Foster
April 27, 2015
I am saddened to learn of the unexpected death of Caddo District Attorney Charles Rex Scott. He was a remarkable devoted leader, and highly revered serving us in Louisiana 1st Judicial Court. There will be an unfillable void, for he was a Patriot of Democracy in his ability to counsel and address what he saw as proper prudent attention in the 'Administration of Justice". He gave his unlimited time and energy doing many deeds and acts of kindness in our community especially to his associates, wonderful wife Alexis, and family of friends.
Bringing the accused to justice, curbing crime, victim support, and strong implementation of bold justice was of utmost importance to him. Knowing him though Caddo Bossier Court Observers, arm of Caddo Bossier Drug Abuse Commission, Shreveport Crime Stoppers, LA Supreme Court Task Force Women in the Courts, Chairing City and Parish Jail task forces and committees, YWCA, League of Women Voters position and studies, National Exchange Club, there was a common thread of shared common values of our freedoms and liberties. While attending Shreve Island 'Red White and Blue' assembly giving each child a "Flag to Wave" through National Exchange Club, he recently encouraged and bought attention to pledging alligence in all we do in our every day lives, and encouraged the students set high goals for building good communities for themselves and others.
I believe Honorable Charles Scott made a difference in our justice system taking leadership in knowledge of all areas effecting the lives. He was a Beacon as he stood by all that pledged to dedicate themselves to the task of reconnecting, rehabilitation, as he held in highest aspiration to the law, permanent truths of our founding, by keeping faith with freedoms, the values for which our nation was founded, the principles we stand for, and the priorities of our people.
Our hearts are heavy with sadness, as He has entered the Celestrial Gates. We are truly Blessed and Grateful for having him in our lives. Alesiw and Family our Love and Lord's peace are with you. Beth and Mark Foster
Sherry Henderson
April 26, 2015
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May the Holy Spirit comfort each of you during your time of sorrow and Peace be with each of you. We are so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers, Sherry and Scotty Henderson and family
GINGER SLOCUM
April 26, 2015
MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY OS JUDGE SCOTT MAY HE R.I.P.
Timothy Averill
April 26, 2015
Our state has hundreds of excellent jurists, and Judge Scott was one of the best of the best. I am honored to have known him and am saddened by the loss of this great Judge, District Attorney, attorney and friend.
My sincere condolences to Judge Scott's family.
Pam Schmidt
April 26, 2015
Most sincere condolences to Alexis and family. We have lost a wonderful man. I will continue to pray for you and your family as you deal with this sudden loss.
Amy Frey Tiller
April 26, 2015
Judge Scott was a great man because he was fair, kind, and compassionate. He loved the Lord and served people well. He will be missed from this world but the next world is rejoicing to have him. My most heartfelt condolences to his wife and family.
Janice Datcher
April 26, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss, I will never forget the time he came to read to my library class at George P. Hendrix School with his black robe on we were so excited. May the Peace of the Lord be with You
April 26, 2015
I will never forget Scotty as a champion of law enforcement and the law. He believed in justice being served fairly and impartially for all. And, he held everyone accountable for the oath they take to serve others. I am grateful to him swearing me in as the Shreveport Chief of Police. A true friend! Chief Jim Roberts, Chief of Police Retired.
COL (Ret) Calvin & Jan Washispack
April 26, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the Mrs Alexis Scott, family and friends. We didn't personal know Judge Scott, but my daughter worked for the Judge and she would always talk very highly of him, his professionalism and his compassion for others as the DA of Caddo Parish. We are sure he will deeply missed and Cadoo Parish has suffered a great loss.
Janette Armstrong
April 25, 2015
I was so moved to tears by the loss of Scotty. Alexis it has been a privilege and a blessing to have known both of you. I've told many people how kind, honest and caring he was in both his professional and private life. That's a wonderful legacy to leave behind on this earth.
Mark Christopher Pizzolato
April 25, 2015
I met Mr.Scott and his wife when he first ran for District Attorney, I let him put a big sign in my yard, and would run into him from time to time at Lowes with his wife, and he was such a nice guy. My prayers go out to his family at a time like this, God bless him and his family, this is one gentleman, that will be truly missed.
CHASITY SINGLETON
April 25, 2015
I HAVE KNOW JUDGE SCOTT SINCE ELEMENTARY. ME AND REX WENT TO EDEN GARDEN TOGETHER AND JUDGE WAS MY CUSTOMER AT OFFICE DEPOT FOR 14 YEARS. I TOLD REX ABOUT A MONTH AGO TO TELL JUDGE TO COME SEE ME BUT UNFORTUNATELY HE DIDNT MAKE IT.JUDGE SCOTT WAS SUCH A SWEET PERSON. MRS. SCOTT REX AND MRS PADGETT YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS. GOD HAS A LOVELY ANGEL WITH HIM NOW.REMEMBER WEEPING ENDURE FOR A NIGHT BUT JOY COMES IN THE MORNING.
LOVE YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU
LOVE CHASITY
Bo Stewart
April 25, 2015
Words alone cannot express our sorrow love and respect for the family of Judge
Scott. We nave knowm him and Alexis only a relatively short time but with them you get the "real deal". There is no doubt he was a true public servant and especially a Christian who treated
everyone with compassion and fariness. is no doubt that Charles is with his LORD and Savior now. Our fervant prayers are with all of his family.
Bo and Debbie Stewart
his LORD and SAVIOR now
Verta Jones
April 25, 2015
Judge/DA Scott was a good man. I worked at the downtown jail in the courthouse for many years while he was a judge. I spoke with him often. My prayers are for strength for this Family. God bless you always.
"HE IS IN HEAVEN"
Toni Arthur-Sewell
April 25, 2015
Knowing Scotty since 4th grade, he never changed from being a great friend with kindness and love for his friends and his family. God blessed us all with a man that served us well. I pray God will care for his family always.
Judy (Welch) Flaherty
April 25, 2015
Deepest condolences to Alexis and the family, and my prayers are with all of you. "Scotty" was truly a great man whose good works reflected his faith. St. Paul says in Romans 2:10, "But there will be glory, honor and peace for every person who does what is good." Scotty certainly stood out among those.
With deepest regards,
Judy Welch Flaherty
NHS Class of 1965
linda brewer talbert
April 24, 2015
My thoughts, prayers and love are with Alexis and the family at this time.Scotty was my dear childhood friend. . Over the years Alexis, Scotty and myself have shared many laughs and memories. I shall miss my talks with my friend. I feel I was blessed to have known such a distinquished man and had the privilege to watch him accomplish so much in his life. Truly a man among men that left a legacy for his family and friends. You served us well Scotty. I am proud to call you friend.
Vi and Jim Nance
April 24, 2015
We will remember Scotty as a man who was always sincere. When he was talking to you, even in a room full of people, he made you feel like you were the most important. The Christian love in his heart made him a true gentleman.
Our prayers for peace for Alexis and all his family...
Lenette Taylor
April 24, 2015
To The Family of Judge/DA Scott. May God comfort you during this time. DA Scott was a man of great worth. What God poured into him, he poured out to others. I'm so grateful to have known him. The entire Legal/Court Community has lost an asset, but God has gained an angel.
Donnie Nichols
April 24, 2015
I retired from the Shreveport Police Department in 1983. It was my honor and privlige to have know Judge Scott. My blessings to all family and friends and may he rest in Peace.
Donnie G. Nichols
Marvelle Dunnings
April 24, 2015
My condolences to the family. I knew him as Judge Scott, a very kind and generous man. May he rest now.
Steve & Vadie Wilson
April 24, 2015
To Alexis and the Scott family, Steve and I wish to express our deep sorrow for your loss. We will keep you in our hearts and in our prayers.
Ryan Hook
April 24, 2015
A true man of God who lived out his faith everyday. You will be missed dearly my friend!
Terry Brown
April 24, 2015
Mrs. Scott, I was deeply saddened to hear about Charles. I had supper with him the night before in Baton Rouge. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Roxanne Barrios Juneau
April 24, 2015
A wonderful man, a fearless leader, and a huge void with his passing. He will be missed tremendously by so many. What a legacy... We are all so blessed to have known and loved him.
Tobie and Gary Pilcher
April 24, 2015
Gary and I were shocked and deeply saddened by the loss of Judge Scott. He was a very kind and generous man and we were blessed to have known him. Gary will certainly miss this wonderful man he called his "friend" as will countless others. May God comfort his family and hold them close during this most difficult time.
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