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Daniel Scott Obituary
December 8, 1944 - September 14, 2021
The Rev. Daniel Etheridge Scott of Roanoke, Virginia died at home with his family by his side on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 following an extended illness. The Rev. Scott is the son of the late Ann Martin and Harry William Scott of Bedford, Virginia.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Ellen Meetze Scott; his son, Richard Daniel Scott of Roanoke and Ric's wife, Melissa; and his daughter, Elizabeth Scott Garrett of Radford, Virginia and Beth's husband, Keith. Also surviving are his brother, Kenneth Martin Scott of Apex, North Carolina, and Ken's wife, Donna, and two nieces, Alison Zieglmeier and Kimberly Scott. He was predeceased by his sister, Marjorie Ann Scott of Boston, Massachusetts.
The Rev. Scott was a proud graduate of the University of Virginia. He received his Master of Divinity degree and Doctor of Ministries degree from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. During his ministry, he served as Associate Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Roanoke; Senior Pastor at Stuart Baptist Church in Stuart, Virginia; Senior Pastor at Liberty Baptist Church in Appomattox, Virginia; Senior Pastor at Virginia Heights Baptist Church in Roanoke, Virginia; and Senior Pastor at Lithia Baptist Church in Buchanan, Virginia. He served several terms as a member of the Baptist General Association of Virginia executive board, and was a long-time trustee of Averett University in Danville, Virginia.
Special interests included all things U.Va.; bird watching, including over 50 species in his own yard; and flower gardening, where he often said he felt closer to God than any other place on Earth. He spent many happy hours as the volunteer gardener at the Ronald McDonald House in Roanoke. Above all else, he loved and appreciated his devoted family, so dear to him in these last few years.
The family gives special thanks to Dr. Don Brady, and the Rev. Scott's caregivers, Roger King, Dawn Ware, and Jane Wilson.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. at Colonial Avenue Baptist Church, 4615 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, Virginia, with Dr. Steven Pollard officiating. The family will greet friends immediately following the service at a reception in the church fellowship hall. All attending are requested to wear masks.
During his life, the Rev. Scott loved and supported a host of ministries and charitable organizations. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that friends wishing to make a memorial gift do so to the organization of their choice.
Simpson Funeral Home Electric Road Chapel
3912 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018
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Jeanne Logwood
September 10, 2024
Still remember all in my prayers. Ellen hope you are doing well.
Jeanne Logwood
September 19, 2021
Ellen, so sorry to hear about Dan he was a kind and gentle man.. I know he will be greatly missed. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks ahead during this sad and difficult time.
Ellen Holtman
September 17, 2021
Dan was such a sweet man. I´m so sorry for this difficult loss. He will be missed by many of us who knew him through the Blue Ridge Wildflower Society.
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Brenda and Jimmy
September 17, 2021
We are so sad about Dan, we loved him and his family! We are out of town in Florida on Saturday visiting our daughter so will miss his service. Our love to Ellen, Ricky and Beth, Dan was so special to us. We are glad Jimmy got to talk to him believing Dan knew who was speaking to him!! God bless you all.
Jane jones
September 16, 2021
Ellen, Sorry to read of Dans passing. I enjoyed my years of working for him at Virginia Heights 1984-94. I am praying for you & your family. May the Lord be your strength & comfort.
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