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Scott BAILEY Obituary

February 9, 2025

Loon Lake - Scott Bailey (70) went to be with the Lord, surrounded by family and friends in his home. He was a devoted husband, son, and brother; loving father and grandfather; teacher to many; connected neighbor; and good friend. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Jane; and father, Buzz. He is survived by his wife, Judy; children, Brittney (Josh) and Jared (Asha); four grandchildren; mother, Bobbi; siblings, Kim, Chris, Shannon (Rob), Jodi, and Jay (Jeni); and numerous nieces and nephews. Scott grew up in Spokane, graduating from LC. As a child, he was active in the Catholic church and came into a more personal relationship with Jesus through YoungLife. As an adult, Scott enjoyed skiing, hydroplane boat races, and snowmobiling. One of his true passions in life was hockey, which he began playing at age 40. A faithful season ticket holder of Spokane hockey since the '70s, he was a billet for 18 Chiefs in seven years. He did everything with his "bride" by his side: taking any guest on a boat cruise around the lake, teaching each grandchild how to drive a boat, and caring for their loving pups. In recent years, Scott felt immense joy from sitting back and watching his children raise their own beautiful families. Scott grew his electrical contracting business by word-of-mouth, experiencing consistent success for over 40 years. He would arrive as a contractor and leave as a friend. Hundreds of people will remember Scott as they simply turn on a light switch in their home; he leaves an indelible impression across the Inland Northwest. Scott was a one-of-a-kind human who is immensely loved and deeply missed. A memorial will be held for family and friends in March. In lieu of flowers, consider making a donation in his honor to the Ronald McDonald House of the Inland Northwest or the Loon Lake Land Conservancy.

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Published by Spokesman-Review on Feb. 16, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Scott BAILEY

25 Entries

Randy & Rhonda Dormaier

March 29, 2025

Randy & Rhonda Dormaier

March 28, 2025

Scotty...you will forever be in our hearts

Dennis Koentopp

March 21, 2025

So sorry to hear Scott´s passing had Deca. He was always very kind. Always saw him at the chiefs hockey games. Then sat with him on Friday night of our 50 yr. Reunion. My wife & I had recently purchased a place at Loon and we were going to get together. May you RIP Scott.

Richard Westerman

March 7, 2025

God bless you Scotty. We enjoyed your friendship years ago with Jane and the Favre's snowmobiling. We appreciated your work on our greenhouse in Spokane and your work on our lake home back in 190 to 1991, along with boating on Coeur d'alene Lake years ago. Nice to see you at Rick's wedding and hope you rest in piece my friend.

Dick & Marilyn Westerman

Terri King

March 3, 2025

Judy, we are so sorry and sad to hear about Scott. We send our love to you and your family.

Marcy Britt

February 28, 2025

Deeply saddened by Scout's passing. That is a very old nickname that some will remember. Met Scout in the 70s through Midland Electric Supply. His first wife, Jane, was my best friend. My heart goes out to Judy, the kids and siblings.

Bob and Michelle Windham

February 28, 2025

Oh my gosh!!! We just returned from vacation and I spoke with my wife that we needed to get back in touch with Scotty. Even last night late we discussed sending a text to him today to find out how he was doing. I´m so sorry to hear of his loss because his reputation is so phenomenal and his friendship so sincere. I am genuinely sad that we have lost a trustworthy true gentleman friend. Judy, I can´t imagine what you must be going through. Michelle and I will be praying for you and want to know if there is anything we can do for you. We´ve both lost our partners from before and know it must be a difficult time right now. Thank you for letting us know. He will be missed by many.

Jill Mejia (Michelini)

February 28, 2025

Judy, Hugo and I are in Puerta Vallarta which holds many memories of you. I looked you up to call and saw the very sad news about Scotty. I am so sorry. Please know you will be in my prayers.

Auleen Duffy

February 28, 2025

There never has been or ever will be another "Scotty" Bailey.
He was a kind caring and faithful friend. I am so thankful he touched our lives. We will miss him. Auleen and Gerald Duffy.

kim bailey, sister

February 27, 2025

Scott was raised in Catholic, and went to Catholic school. The yr he was due to be in Jr High w all his buds, we were moved to public school. He had to start all over again, making friends. He always had one or two close friends. He was always mechanical. He took the back off the family tv when he was a young kid. When he was a young teen he secretly wired himself a phone back when they were strictly controlled by a monopoly. He and his neighborhood friend built a go-cart from scratch and rode up and down the alley on repeat. From go carts to minibikes, to tinkering w old cars in the driveway. He taught himself everything mechanical. And he was a tireless worker. Back then it was paper routes and mowing lawns to earn money to support his transportation choices. He apprenticed himself to an electrician as his first job out of high school, God bless the family friend that hired him as a ride along w his appliance install and repairman. Scott was willing to take risks. He would try his hanad at anything that needed to be done. He always said, "I hate learning, I like knowing." (Don't make him have to labor over directions.) His life was also forever changed by joining Young Life under the leadership of Chuck Fergeson during the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the PNW in the 70s. And bc of his love for the Lord, so was ours. He led ever single member of the family to the Lord. Mom and dad, brothers and sisters. All of our lives were forever changed by his faith walk.

Donna busch

February 25, 2025

Oh my gosh. I just thought of him yeasterday telling myself to remember to call and say hello. He will be deeply missed. He was an amazing Godly man. I rejoice that he is in heaven with The Father God. Bless you.

George Turcin

February 22, 2025

When I first met Scotty, it was a good day! For the following 15 years, we became a very close group of friends, including Gary. Our lunches would last over 3 hours, as we had a lot to share and felt very comfortable with each other.
Always willing to help out, he wired my swimming pool, hot tub, and the pool house. He helped my daughter by wiring the attic of her house and her hot tub. For these, and his friendship, we are ever grateful.
It was a sad day when we lost Scotty, truly, the epitome of a good man.
Sincere condolences to Judy and the grieving family.

Cathy Favre

February 20, 2025

When I first met Scotty at my husband's retirement party, I was impressed by how warm and friendly Scotty was. My husband, Ricky Favre, had always spoken very highly of Scotty & had many stories to tell about how wonderful Scotty has always been. When I first visited dear Scotty and his amazing wife, Judy, at their beautiful home, they both were so very warm & welcoming. Scotty truly had a heart of gold by enriching everyone's life that he touched. He is truly one in a million ... a very rare gem who is treasured by everyone who was lucky enough to have known him. My heart breaks for all who have lost this truly good man.

Ricky Favre

February 20, 2025

Scotty & I hit it off from day one in 7th grade at Sacajawea Junior High. Memories of our friendship continued throughout our time at LC High. I always thought of him as a brother throughout the years. I will always treasure the times we spent together, whether we were snowmobiling, skiing (downhill & water), or just crazy hi-jinx. We both shared a passion for being on the water, whether it was at my parents' lake cabin or at his own beautiful lake cabin that he built with his wonderful wife, Judy. I will forever tremendously miss Scotty!!!

Gheorghe Turcin

Planted Trees

Donald Sperry

February 18, 2025

I am very saddened to hear of Scott's passing. 19 years ago he hired me, an 18 year old kid, as a summer helper. He took me under his wing and taught me the electrical trade. Through his passion for being an electrician I decided that is what I wanted to do full time. Whenever I get a compliment on my electrical skills or proper tradesmanship on a jobsite I always think of Scott. Scott was not only a mentor but a friend. I owe my career which I love to him. He will be missed.

Mary Sherwood

February 17, 2025

Dear Judy, I was saddened to see Scott's obituary in the paper. The time I came to your lake home for the Superbowl was a chance to meet him and to know what a nice man he was. When you stopped working at U-Hi I wondered where you were but I couldn't get any answers. I missed you but didn't know how to reach you. I finally stopped subbing right before my 77th Bday because I couldn't bear to get up a 6am one more day. If you would like to touch bases again I am still in the phone book on 27th just up the street from Scott's family home. Take care duty this very sad time. I'm thinking of you. Mary Sherwood

Lisa Urdahl

February 17, 2025

Scott was so kind, so talented, and so devoted to Judy. I have great memories of going up to Loon Lake and going out on the boat, among others. He was a very generous and caring man.

Gloria Harris and Nords' Electric

February 17, 2025

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers every day. Scott was a great man, and it was a pleasure doing business with him and getting to know your family in business and just as a good friend. I will miss our monthly talks.
If you every want to just talk, I am always available for you, my friend.
Gloria Harris and all at Nords' Electric Supply

Jan and Gary Pierce

February 17, 2025

Judy, I was very sad to hear of Scotty's passing. He was such a kind, caring person. I didn't know him well, but his love for you and yours for him said it all. May God give you peace.

Ronald Sutton

February 16, 2025

I went to school with Scott and had a lot of classes with him. I recently lost my twin brother Richard. We were both close to Scott. Glad to hear he had such a great life with all his kids and such a successful business. So sorry for your loss Scott was a great guy.

Rebecca Johnson

February 15, 2025

Scotty has been a special friend since Junior High School. He was such a positive person, fun loving, generous and kind and most of all a Christian. So many memories of high school hijinks, Young Life, reunions, times at his Loon Lake home with both he and Judy. And of course multiple electrical jobs at my home- driving up in his orange Corvette!!!! I´ll miss you my friend. Until we meet again in Glory!
Rebecca Boyington Johnson

Roxanne Ward Eneroth

February 15, 2025

I remember Scott from our Deca class our senior year of high school. He was always a fun and positive guy. I rode with him to some of our Deca luncheons and we would listen to John Denver to and from the luncheons. I will always think of Scott when I hear a John Denver song. I´m glad I got to share that memory with him at our 50th reunion. He was a great guy.

Jenny Rose

February 14, 2025

I am so sorry to hear of Scott´s passing. What a sweet man! I loved that he was able to do all the wiring in our remodeled kitchen about 2 years ago! He put up with all my silly questions. Lol What a kind soul! We were blessed to have him! Prayers to his family & Judy - hugs!!