James “Jim” Howell Scott
Resident of Pleasant Hill, CA and Orem, UT
Oct. 30, 1943 – Feb. 9, 2011
A loving father, grandfather of nine, friend to everyone, #1 fan, coach, and optimist passed away unexpectedly from colon cancer. Jim was born Oct. 30, 1943 in Pomona, CA to Paul Jerome and Francis Howell Scott. He grew up in Claremont, CA spending much of his time helping his father at the Claremont Inn. Upon graduating with a degree in accounting from Pomona College, he worked for the Internal Revenue Service and in real estate. Jim joined a ski club, in which he made many lifetime friends and met his wife. On July 20, 1974, he married Marian Lucy Hanna, a teacher at Campolindo High School in Moraga, CA. They raised three children in Pleasant Hill, CA. Jim loved being involved in every aspect of his children’s lives as a coach on the soccer field, volunteer in the school including PTA president, a scout leader, and avid photographer of their swim meets, volleyball games, and band concerts.
His love extended beyond his family to touch everyone that he met. Jim had an easy going attitude that put others at ease. He enjoyed swapping stories, sharing a laugh, and encouraging others in their endeavors. Jim welcomed all into his family and continued attending local sporting events long after his children had left home. He cherished the important moments in life by making people his priority through his quiet acts of service. Jim was a photographer extraordinaire, who always had his camera in his pocket ready to capture priceless memories at a moment’s notice. He would spend hours recording the details of each picture or video and compiling them to share with many happy recipients. Jim enjoyed good natured competition whether an intense croquet match or a cutthroat game of hearts. He was the center of his grandchildren’s universe because he was patient, silly, and took the time to make each one feel special.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, Marian; children, Brian H. Scott (Jada) of Provo, UT, Mark J. Scott (Rebecca) of Provo, UT, and Jennifer M. Scott King (Brenton) of Orem, UT; grandchildren, Hannah, Kaylin, James, Sarah, Ashley, Carson, Matthew, Madison and Audrey; and siblings, Sue Scott of Medford, OR, and Peter Scott of Pine Valley, CA.
A viewing will be held on Sun., Feb. 13, 2011 from 5-7 p.m. at the OAK PARK HILLS CHAPEL located on 3111 N. Main Street in Walnut Creek, CA 94597. (925) 934-6500 www.oakparkhillschapel.com A viewing will be held Sat., Feb. 19, 2011 from 9:45-10:45 a.m at the Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary located at 495 S. State Street in Orem, UT 84058. (801) 225-1530 www.sundbergolpinmortuary.com Funeral service will be held on Sat., Feb. 19, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sundberg-Olpin Mortuary. Interment will follow at East Lawn Memorial Hills in Provo, UT.
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Donna Heavyside (Westlund)
Dear Members of the Scott Family:
Our family was very sad to hear about the passing of Jim. He was a fine person and will be greatly missed by members of the Class of 61 and especially by his best friend, Jimmy Fuller. Jim was alway very cheerful and jovial soul every day of his life. When I first met Jim, he was in many of my classes in eighth grade at the new junior high, El Roble. Then for many years we all worked at the Claremont Inn. Those were the days of parties and fun especially around Christmas or at special celebrations. One year, Pete and he visited our family in Carlsbad and we all played baseball on the beach until we dropped. It was marvelous to see him at the class reunions as he was always glad to see everyone, and he was a superb photographer always willing to share his work. The last time I saw him at a reunion, I thought how much he was like his Dad, Paul Scott who was remarkable gentleman and true Claremonter. Jack, my brother,Bill, my husband and I wish to express our sincere sympathy to all of you. There is no doubt that his passing will be a great loss to all who knew him.
Our best,
Donna Heavyside Westlund
Sharon Esterley
Posted by Jim's sister Sue on the CHS '59 website:
Alice Tiarks
Jim will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He was a great person. Alice Tiarks