Richard Scott Obituary

Richard L. Scott, Jr. CHARLESTON - Richard L. Scott, Jr. of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal and heavenly rest on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the age of 86. He is survived by his loving daughter, Dierdre L. Scott, son, Richard L. Scott, III (Diana), and son, Gurnal L. Scott (Karen). A public viewing (family not present) will be held on Friday, October 31, 2025, at Palmetto Mortuary, 1122 Morrison Drive, Charleston, SC, 29403 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. His Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Ebenezer AME Church, 44 Nassau Street, Charleston, SC 29403, at 10:00 am. Interment with military honors will follow at Live Oak Memorial Gardens, 3093 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414. Richard was born on September 20, 1939 in Charleston, SC to the late Richard L. Scott and Christina M. Scott. He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Marguerite McBeth Scott, grandson, Tre Scott-Johnson, and three siblings; Paul L. Grant (and his wife, Vermell), Elijah Scott, and Geneva Scott. He is survived by his sister, Francina Scott of Columbus, Ohio, his granddaughters, Audrey Scott and Morgan Scott, great-granddaughter, Ariyana Scott and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. He graduated from Burke High School in 1957. After graduating, he attended Voorhees College and then returned to Charleston, where he worked for 36 years at the Westvaco Paper Mill. He was married to the love of his life for 62 years and his lifetime they enjoyed traveling, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. He was a faithful member of Ebenezer AME Church, where he was a Trustee, worked with the Kitchen Club, sang on the Male Choir and worshipped our Lord and Savior. We will always remember his dedication and love for his family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard's memory can be made to Ebenezer AME Church, 44 Nassau Street, Charleston, SC 29403 or you can plant a tree or help a neighbor in need.