David Scott, 81, Gas City, passed away at 7:45 am on Thursday, July 29, 2021, at Marion General Hospital in Marion. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Monday, July 15, 1940, to Orville and Wilma (Perkins) Scott. On August 16, 1958, he married Hazel P. Sellers, and she preceded him in death on December 31, 2016.
David was a 1958 graduate of Marion High School, where he was a star running back for the Giants. He held a rushing record for the Giants for several decades. Upon graduation from high school, he had the opportunity to attend the University of Louisville on a football scholarship but chose to stay home and start his family. David owned J and D Auto Sales in Converse and was currently working at Meijer since his retirement. He was a member of Grace Community Church.
David was an honorary assistant coach of the Mississinewa baseball team. He helped start the Mississinewa Athletic Booster Club and was a big supporter of Indiana athletics. He enjoyed going to car shows and cherished his 1964 Chevy Impala Super Sport. He also liked going to horse races, especially the Kentucky Derby. He was an avid University of Kentucky basketball fan, as well as an avid baseball fan, especially of the Cubs and Yankees. David loved his family dearly, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and he supported and attended many of their events.
Survivors include his sons, Jeffrey D. (Melissa) Scott of Fishers and Michael J. (Kelly) Scott of Gas City; grandsons, Brandon (Alysha) Scott, Payton (Kylee) Scott, and Ryan Scott; granddaughters, Courtlynd Scott and Kiley Scott; great-granddaughters, Jersey and McKynleigh; great-grandsons, Jackson, Jaden, and Kingzley; several friends; and his dog, Angel.
In addition to his parents and loving wife, David was preceded in death by his daughter, Rhonda Kay Scott; and granddaughter, Brittney Leigh Scott.
The family will receive visitors from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Grace Community Church, 1810 East Bradford Pike, Marion, IN.
Immediately following the time of visitation, a service to celebrate David’s life will begin at 1:00 pm with Rev. Dr. Tom Mansbarger officiating. Burial will take place at Grant Memorial Park.
Arrangements are entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, Storey Chapel, 400 E. Main St., Gas City, IN.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Marion-Grant County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1921, Marion, IN 46952.
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