of Jacksonville, AR
May 6, 1929 - July 23, 2014
Verla Jean Scott entered Heaven's gates on July 23, 2014 at the age of 85. Jean was born in Little Rock to Clarence and Virginia Smith and faithfully served God and her family as a devoted, loving and proud wife, mother, sister, and relative.
Jean worked many years as church secretary at Rose Cumberland Presbyterian Church and many people will recall her kindness as receptionist and aide for Dr. George Mallory, where she worked part-time for several years. Many more will remember her for the beautiful cakes she made for special occasions.
Jean was predeceased by her infant son, James Paul Scott; her parents; her brother, William Lynn Smith; and her son-in-law, Darrell Story. Her surviving siblings include Cliff Smith and wife Shirley; Bob Smith and wife Linda; Barbara Gambill and husband Jesse; Mary Horton and husband Donald; Sharon Carr; and Jenny Schiller and husband Eddie as well as many nieces and nephews.
Jean is survived by her devoted husband of 66 years, James T. 'Tom'' Scott, Sr. She is also survived by three children-Teresa Story, Jamie Dee Pinegar and her husband Mike, and James T. ''Tommy'' Scott, Jr. and his wife Rhonda. She has six grandchildren who were truly the light of her life who will never forget their Mamaw Scott: Adam Story (fiancé Christina Bartlett), Cecily Story, Matthew Pinegar (wife Andrea), Zachary Pinegar (wife Carolanne), Kaley Scott, and Caroline Scott. She also has seven great-grandchildren, and one who is expected to arrive in October.
Visitation will be at 12 noon, Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock, AR 72116 (501-791-7400). Funeral service will be at 1:30 P.M at the funeral home on Saturday after the visitation. Interment will follow at Edgewood Memorial Park. The family suggests memorial contribution be made to Alzheimer's Association, 201 Markham Center Dr. Little Rock, AR 72205.
Mr. Tom and family, our hearts are sad for the loss of Ms. Jean. What a special lady she was. We will cherish the sweet memories of her that we have and hold them close to our hearts. Thoughts and prayers are with each one of you during this most difficult time.
Terry, Kris and Nick Goforth
I still remember the beautiful cabbage patch kids cake Aunt Verla Jean made for my birthday when I was little. She was a wonderful woman with so many gifts and such a kind heart. I know she will be watching down on us all. She will be truly missed.
What wonderful memories I have, especially as I was growing up in the Rose City CP Church. The strong, serving women of the church were true blessings and examples that have guided me over the years. Prayers and many thanks to all the Scott family.
Your family are in my prayers, she was a special person.
We Love you.
A very grand lady. My heart is sad at her passing into the Lord's keeping. She was a neighbor for many years and will miss her kind heart and love she had for everyone she had contact with. A true angel on earth taken to be an angel in heaven. May the Lord watch over and be with all the family and friends as they celebrate her being called home.
We are so sorry for the loss. Praying for peace and comfort for all.
Missy Davis & Carly McCluskey.
My pray go out to you and your family.Rhonda/Tommy if I can do anything please let me know.
I am very sorry to hear of Mrs.Scott's passing. . She was such a lovly caring person. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Tom, and family.
Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss, it's never easy no matter the circumstances. <3
My heart goes out to you and Uncle Tom. I pray for peace and comfort. An old Baptist hymn " swing wide the gates I'm coming home" Love to all.
Love and prayers to you all
We are so sorry for your loss and are praying for you family..
Judy, Doug and Cody Dover
Aunt "Verlie" will be greatly missed. She was always kind to me and took an interest in everyone in the family. Especially the kids. Sorry I can' t make it home, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers r with u and ur family! I know she will b greatly missed:-)
Thinking of you all. Prayers for the you and the family.
Aunt Jean will be missed. She had a wonderful laugh that was infectious and she made so many smile. Her love of her family was evident in everything she did. You will be missed Aunt Jean!