Edwin Thomas "Tom" Scott, 86, of Quitman, Mississippi, passed away on May 27, 2022, at Anderson's Hospital.
He was born on January 25, 1936, to William and Grace (Lofton) Scott in New Orleans, LA.
Tom was a longtime member of Rolling Creek Baptist Church. He served as a fireman for the Quitman Volunteer Fire Department. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family. Tom was an avid LSU fan and loved to dance and spend his free time playing golf.
Tom is survived by his children, Elizabeth (Stevie) Conner, Tommy (Alecia) Scott, Melinda (Johnny) Rivers; seven grandchildren, Seth (Dana) Conner, Jessica (Adam) Bryan, Lane (Will) Evans, Abby (Jonathan) Killian, Lindsay (Daniel) Sosebee, Nick Howell, and Bethany (Hunter) Young; 16 great grandchildren, Larkin Elizabeth Conner, Ellyngton Kayt Conner, Huntleigh Scott Conner, Duncan Thomas Bryan, Reece Lyman Bryan, Keaton Conner Bryan, Tucker James Bryan, McCord William Evans, Davye Lane Evans, Lynnox Scott Evans, Bartley Thomas Evans, Parker Lee Webb, Brodie Clay Taormina, Scarlett Faye Hoover, Mason Ridge Howell, and Joelle Scott Young.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William "Tom" and Grace Scott; wife, Peggy Katherine Scott; and sister, Pattie Vicknair.
Visitation was held Tuesday, May 31, 2022, after 5:00 p.m. at Wright's Funeral Home, Quitman, Mississippi, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at the Rolling Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Meinhardt and Rev. Terry Ivy officiating.
Burial took place in the Odd Fellows Cemetery.
Online condolences can be given at www.wrightsfuneral.com.
