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SCOTT HERZOG
GAINESVILLE, FLA. — Scott Matthew Herzog, 41, former resident of Rosewood Heights, Ill., passed away at 8:44 p.m. on August 30, 2015, at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Fla. with his family at his side.
He was born on June 4, 1974, the son of the late Ronald Joseph and Gail (Mattingly) Herzog. He married his soul mate, Tammy Maxin, daughter of Patrick and Sharon (Sauls) Maxin on November 23, 2002, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alton, Ill.
Scott graduated from Civic Memorial High School, Bethalto, Ill. in 1992. He earned a B.S. in Business from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and enjoyed a successful business career, beginning his work with Spectrum Brands as an Account Manager, then Category Analyst before joining Ajilon Consulting as a Category Space Coordinator. For the last 11 years he has been employed by Anheuser-Busch, Anheuser-Busch InBev, working his way up from Category Space Manager, to Manager, Retail Analysis and Category Management, to Senior Key Account Manager, to Senior District Manager, his last position.
He lived his life with a smile on his face, always making others laugh, never getting caught up in trivial things that don't really matter. He truly enjoyed and appreciated life's simple pleasures, and freely shared his zest for life. Scott could light up a room in a flash, and everyone loved the opportunity to be in his presence. He loved their Boston Terriers, Jimmy Buffet, Cardinal Baseball, and fishing off the pier in Navarre, Fla. He had a soft spot in his heart for the homeless with whom he enjoyed sharing his food. Scott donated his corneas to some very fortunate person who will have eyes to see the world as he did.
In addition to his wife, Tammy Herzog, Scott is survived by his siblings, Christopher (Stacey) Herzog of Rosewood Heights, Ill., Sarah (Shannon) Heston of Katy, Texas, and Shannon Harms of Houston, Texas; his mom, aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and countless friends and relatives who miss him deeply.
Scott was preceded in death by his dad, Ronald J. Herzog; his paternal grandparents, Barney and Lucille (Hoog) Herzog; and maternal grandparents, Elliott and Katherine (Hotop) Mattingly.
A celebration of Scott's life is scheduled from 4-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2015, at The Loading Dock in Grafton, Ill. This will be a time to honor Scott for the amazing person he was to all us us by sharing sweet memories and cherishing his life with family and friends.
A Memorial Mass is planned for a later date to be determined.
Cremation was handled by Crevasse's Simple Creation, Gainesville, Fla.
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Memories and Condolences
for Scott Herzog
Mandi Herzog
October 5, 2015
I was very fortunate to marry into this wonderful family and meet this amazing, fun loving, always a smile on his face man! My husband tells me stories about Scott and all I hear in every story is that he did enjoyed life and he grabbed it with such zest and gusto. Forever in our hearts!! You will be missed! Love and prayers to the family!
Annie Rezentes
October 4, 2015
Sending love to the Herzog Family. Your family has always reminded me of light & laughter. In thinking of Scott now, I am glad you have one another - and a sense of his spirit - to see you through.
October 4, 2015
Gail, continued love and prayers to you and your family. Judi Ford-Underhill
Judy Houston
October 4, 2015
Peace be with you all.
October 2, 2015
Gail, so sorry to hear about Scott. Our hearts go out to you and your family. I'll be in Florida and unable to attend the celebration of life.
Love, Dave and Vicki Valley
Laura Perkins
September 29, 2015
Dear Gail,
I send my love and prayers. I am so sorry to hear this news. This is such a wonderful tribute about a man who lived a very full life.
Kelly Kannady
September 28, 2015
I worked with Scott at AB until he moved to NC for his first of his promotions with AB. Great guy and never seemed to let things get to him. So sorry he is gone.
Kristina Lang
September 28, 2015
I'm sorry for your loss. I worked with Scott both at Spectrum Brands and Anheuser-Busch. I will always remember him for the smile he had for everybody and the way he could laugh in any situation.
norma jean womack
September 24, 2015
Scott was, and is, my godson. All of us now have a new saint in Heaven to intercede for us here on Earth. Aunt norma jean herzog womack
Dorothy Robertson
September 24, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. He has his Dad's smile. I worked with Ron at Amoco. My prayers are with your family.
Jeannie McCann-Carpenter
September 23, 2015
Remember that smile always on your face back in high school. Thoughts and prayers to all family and friends.
Richard Laird
September 23, 2015
I lived next door and we grew up together. He was a good friend and we had a lot of adventures as kids. I will miss him. RIP Scotty.
Lisa Beaumont
September 23, 2015
"Now the sun that brings the dawn,
moon and stars that jewel the night
are the memories of the love
that bring us light..."
Love you, Gail, with healing hugs for all of your family as your relationship with Scott shifts from physical to Spiritual, growing more beautiful & precious with every memory.
September 23, 2015
Gail
my prayers are with you. My husband Lee is an eye surgeon and he and I have been helping needy people get corneas to preserve their eyesight for 20 years we thank your son for helping others to see this precious world.
love deb kohler
julie huber
September 23, 2015
Your family has our sympathy
Cathy Nevels
September 23, 2015
This young man went to school with my sonShawn and daughter Stephanie came to our house even made a few Buffett concerts pre parties it is a sad day at the Nevels home are hearts are heavy as we morn with the Herzog families Scot will be remembered and sadly missed.
Tresa Kanallakan
September 23, 2015
RIP Scott. Praying for his family and friends.
Eric Moss
September 23, 2015
I will always cherish the memories of the times I was able to be around Scott. I always enjoyed his sense of humor. I will continue praying for his family and will miss him.
David Paslay
September 23, 2015
I loved Scott like a brother growing up. We had a lot of good times, were in each other's weddings; I will miss him dearly.
Heidi Seaman
September 23, 2015
My heart goes out to his wife,family,and friends. So sorry for your loss! Scott was one of the good guys I remember him as you said with a smile on his face. May you all find peace in the days,months,years ahead of you. He will be missed hold on to the memories! RIP Scott! Sincerely, Heidi Hahn Seaman
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