of Little Rock, AR
September 5, 1935 - February 20, 2020
Don Scott, 84, passed away on February 20, 2020. He was born on September 5, 1935, in Forester, Arkansas to Glen and Euna Scott. Don graduated from Magnet Cove High School in 1954, served in the United States Air Force from October 1957-May 1962, and graduated from Arkansas A & M (now the University of Arkansas Monticello) in 1971 with a bachelor's degree in Science Industrial Arts. He worked as a draftsman and a teacher. Don loved working in the community, he was a member of Bryant Civitan, volunteered for the Special Olympics, collected money and wrapped presents for the Battered Women's Shelter, prepared food for the Ronald McDonald House, volunteered at the Election Polls, put flags on Veterans graves, planned parties and volunteered as a DJ for Parents without Partners and ushered at Robertson Auditorium and Arkansas Repertory Theatre. He loved dancing, eating ice cream and making things out of wood. Don would sell his woodworking items to raise money for different fundraisers. His favorite thing to make was wooden ink pens.
Don was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; Hazel Wagner and Joette Neighbours. He is survived by his life partner; Karen Cox, four sons; Eric, Chris, Anthony, Andrew, one daughter; Elizabeth, ten grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and one sister; Ruby McClanahan.
In lieu of flowers please send memorials in Don's name to the Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72210 or American Cancer Society, 2222 Cottondale Lane #310, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202.
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James (jimmy) Rains
Friday, February 28, 2020
So sorry for your loss. From a classmate and Don was a good friend. Prayers to the family. From James(Jimmy) Rains
Connie Neighbours
Friday, February 28, 2020
Aunt Karen, Eric, and Chris
Please know we are praying for you during this time. Uncle Don was a very caring sole and has provided some great memories over the years. I know the celebration in Heaven is fantastic. Sending many thoughts for strength to you guys for the days ahead.
Love and Hugs,
Wayne and Connie Neighbours
Sara Beard
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for this precious family.
Karen Proetz
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Karen, Don was such a steady companion for you for over 30 years. I know that his absence from your daily life will be a big change. I'm here for you if there is anything I can do to help fill the void. Love you!
Rev. Thomas E. Weir
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
My prayers are with you.
Becky and Smitty Burgess
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Eric, we extend our love and prayers to you and your family during this time of grief. Your Dad's obituary was a beautiful tribute to a man who must have loved his life and lived it well.
Barb Roberts
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
My prayers are with you all. Find peace in knowing Mr. Don is resting easy now.
Nan Alewine
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Will miss that dry sense of humor that was you
Lena Bailey
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Love yall
Karen Scott
Sunday, February 23, 2020
I will miss u. Rip Don