Obituary of Edward D Scott

Edward D. Scott, 70, died on December 21th, 2016 at his home unexpectedly. Born and raised in Utah, the son of William and Wanda Scott, he was a lifelong resident of Utah. He leaves behind his loving wife of 34 years, Deb “Boots” Scott; his three sons, Jeremy Evans, Brandon Scott and William Scott; his daughter, Brooke Whipple; his three sisters: Linda, Lou and Robin; his many loving grandchildren, his caring friends and those he’s both touched and inspired throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Wanda Scott whom will no doubt welcome their son into their loving arms. Edward was a hardworking man and strove to always support his family without tire or complaint. In his later years, he found a passion that was held secret and hidden in his heart, yet to all that survive him was obvious to see now. Edward Scott was a true Santa -- bringing joy and cheer to everyone that witnessed his warm smile and the life that the man emanated from his soul. He touched many hearts before his time came: family, friends, strangers, and brought love and awe to the children who would gaze upon him in wonder and delight. More than that, Edward Scott was a great man, to which his entire family and friends can attest to. To his wife, he loved with his heart and soul, whom was both gentle and kind and opened his arms to carry her dreams with him for as long as he could. To his sons: he was a dad who taught the values of perseverance and held no judgements nor prejudices -- giving everything and taking nothing for himself. A father who touched many lives leaving them better for it. A hero, an ideal, a man of unconditional love who would do anything for his family. To his daughters, he was the guardian who would hold and comfort them within his arms in their time of need, to shelter them in the warmth of his smile and his gentle embrace, to dance with them one last time on their wedding day. To his entire family, no man could be more gentle, kind, forgiving, loving and more deserving of honor and respect. He loved his family, and his love knew no bounds. We will always love and forever miss you; husband, father, brother, grandfather, friend and Santa. The warmth you placed in our hearts will never dwindle or fade. In Lieu of flowers we ask in the spirit of Christmas that you give as Ed would and make donations in the name of Edward Scott to one or both of the following charities or help support Ed's dreams of finishing the truck he has tried to finish for more the 30 years: The Road Home https://www.theroadhome.org/give/donate/ Christmas 4 Families http://powerandindustry.com/christmas Santa Ed's Last Ride https://www.gofundme.com/santa-eds-last-ride A private/public remembrance will be held on December 27th, 2016 at his home 8678 South 1980 West West Jordan, Utah 84088 from 11- 1 pm. A private dinner will be held at Morelia's at 3 pm 6098 State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84107. RSVP's for head count is required by December 26th, 2016 at 3 pm to Mckenzie Scott 801-671-8078 by text or voicemail. _____________________________________________ And laying his finger aside of his nose, and giving a nod, up the chimney he rose. He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all flew like the down of a thistle. But I heard him exclaim, 'ere he drove out of sight, "Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!"