Norman Dale Scott passed away at 12:25 am on February 20, 2019 surrounded by his wife of 52 years, LaDonna Scott & other family members. Norman was born in Alderson, OK on September 17, 1940 to Clyde & Bess Scott. He was #10 out of 12 children born to the Scotts. He grew up in Alderson & after high school attended university in Wilburton, OK. He spent a few years in California, Texas & Montana working various jobs & settled in Oklahoma City in the 1960s, working for Kerr McGee.
He returned to school & graduated from Oklahoma City University in 1969 with an Accounting Degree. He spent his professional career working in the oil & gas industry & health care before becoming a commercial realtor. Norman also invested in several businesses before retiring.
After a blind date & whirlwind courtship, Norman married LaDonna Rex on February 4, 1967. They enjoyed 52 years of marriage. He always wanted to serve the Lord & his church. He served on the Deacon Board of the Muse Memorial Pentecostal Holiness Church for about 18 years, and as an usher at The Bridge Assembly of God for 30 years.
Norman is survived by his wife, LaDonna Scott, three children & their spouses: Kimberly & Stephen Rice of Fredericksburg, VA, Kristen & Jerry Welch of Sierra Vista, AZ, & Kyle & Anitra Scott of Victoria, TX. He is also survived by eight grandchildren: Aram Rice of Manassas, VA, Cale Rice of Fredericksburg, VA & Tavin Rice of Eglin Air Force Base in FL, Anna Johnson & husband, Clinton, of Fulton, MO, Jadon Welch of Sierra Vista, AZ & Bryleigh, Connor and Mason Scott of Victoria, TX. Norman is also survived by siblings: Deloris Tate of Tulsa, OK, Jerry Scott of Ft. Worth, TX, Pat Pettitt of Meeker, OK, Gloria Cockrum & husband Jim, of Okc, and Rick Scott & wife, Jan, of Tucson, AZ. He is also survived by a host of nieces & nephews. Norman is preceded in death by his parents: Clyde & Bessie Mae Scott, six brothers & sisters: Laurel Scott, Loretta May Scott, Margie Faye Van Dong, twin brothers (unnamed), and Gayle Louise Scott as well as two nieces.
Visitation will be Sunday, February 24, 2019 at McNeil’s Funeral Service from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Funeral services will be Monday, February 25, 2019 at 10:00 am at The Bridge in Mustang, OK. Interment will follow at 2:00 pm in Sunny Lane Cemetery, Midwest City, OK.
Norman loved the Men’s Fellowship at The Bridge. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Bridge, designated for the Teen Challenge Prison Ministry. Norman was a quiet man with a sweet spirit. He loved people & loved to tease. He wanted to participate in every family event & be a part of the life of all his children & grandchildren. His two sons-in-law & daughter-in-law were just like his own children & loved greatly. He was so very proud of all his family. He came from large family & took every opportunity to be with his brothers & sisters. We thank the Lord for giving Norman the time to say goodbye to all his loved ones before God took him home. God is good & He is faithful!
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[Editor's comment: When my family and I moved to Oklahoma City in 1975 when I was called to become the third president of Southwestern College, now Southwestern Christian University, it was my delight to meet Norman and LaDonna Rex Scott at Muse Memorial Church. The church was located just across the street from our college.
During my presidency, Melvine, Greg, Stephanie, and I attended Muse Memorial Church during the pastorate of Bill and Bette Anderson.
I remember Norman serving as an usher at church. He made you feel welcome and wanted. I enjoy knowing a man who is joyful and enthusiastic about life and his mission. Norman knew his role and was there to minister to the needs of the guests at the church and their children. Greg and Stephanie dearly loved to go to church at Muse Memorial Church. Muse was noted as the church with the purple carpet. It also had a balcony, and Greg and Stephanie wanted to sit us there with their newly acquired friends.
Muse Memorial was a friendly church. We ate out at various restaurants with many of the families. Those were special times when we got to know the people.
I think that LaDonna Rex Scott served several of our bishops as their executive secretary. She was efficient, cordial, and gracious to all. I remember when I served on the World Missions Board when B. E. Underwood served as the Executive Director of IPHC World Missions Ministries, prior to his election to become our general superintendent. One year, he invited the WMM Board to go to London, England for a board meeting and to see the ministry of the training school there. We were able to bring our spouses, and Melvine went with me. I like that and I wanted Melvine to share in the experiences God was given me and us. Norman Scott accompanied LaDonna and he was a hit with all the members of the board and their spouses. While we men were in the board meeting, Melvine tells me that Norman entertained the ladies. That was an exciting trip where we laughed together, prayed together, and cared for one another.
That is one of those memories that live on in my mind. No one can forget the night we ate at Greek Restaurant. The master waiter literally recruited us as he stepped outside the restaurant to the street to greet us. He mesmerized us. The food was excellent and we ate well. But, Oh My, the bill sent some of our members into orbit. I must admit the price we had to pay was way overpriced, but not enough to steal my sanctification. I want mention any names, but I don't think they ever got over it. That was a thorn in their side.
Not so with Norman. He laughed it off, and credited it to a lesson in life to avoid in the further and it added to his knowledge and wisdom. He was determined to live life to the fullest, and to be happy.
To LaDonna and her lovely family Melvine, Greg, and I send our love and sympathy as well as prayers in your grief. I can only imagine the number of family members who will be there. I know that Lonnie and Betty Rex and their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren plan to be present. Royce Rex is driving his mother and father to Oklahoma City today. Let us pray that God will give all who travel by car, SUV, trucks, or through the friendly skies will have traveling mercies.
Norman Dale Scott has made it to that eternal shore where there is joy, peace, and love forevermore. Most of all, he has seen Jesus. It is worth it all to live for Him.]
He returned to school & graduated from Oklahoma City University in 1969 with an Accounting Degree. He spent his professional career working in the oil & gas industry & health care before becoming a commercial realtor. Norman also invested in several businesses before retiring.
After a blind date & whirlwind courtship, Norman married LaDonna Rex on February 4, 1967. They enjoyed 52 years of marriage. He always wanted to serve the Lord & his church. He served on the Deacon Board of the Muse Memorial Pentecostal Holiness Church for about 18 years, and as an usher at The Bridge Assembly of God for 30 years.
Norman is survived by his wife, LaDonna Scott, three children & their spouses: Kimberly & Stephen Rice of Fredericksburg, VA, Kristen & Jerry Welch of Sierra Vista, AZ, & Kyle & Anitra Scott of Victoria, TX. He is also survived by eight grandchildren: Aram Rice of Manassas, VA, Cale Rice of Fredericksburg, VA & Tavin Rice of Eglin Air Force Base in FL, Anna Johnson & husband, Clinton, of Fulton, MO, Jadon Welch of Sierra Vista, AZ & Bryleigh, Connor and Mason Scott of Victoria, TX. Norman is also survived by siblings: Deloris Tate of Tulsa, OK, Jerry Scott of Ft. Worth, TX, Pat Pettitt of Meeker, OK, Gloria Cockrum & husband Jim, of Okc, and Rick Scott & wife, Jan, of Tucson, AZ. He is also survived by a host of nieces & nephews. Norman is preceded in death by his parents: Clyde & Bessie Mae Scott, six brothers & sisters: Laurel Scott, Loretta May Scott, Margie Faye Van Dong, twin brothers (unnamed), and Gayle Louise Scott as well as two nieces.
Visitation will be Sunday, February 24, 2019 at McNeil’s Funeral Service from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Funeral services will be Monday, February 25, 2019 at 10:00 am at The Bridge in Mustang, OK. Interment will follow at 2:00 pm in Sunny Lane Cemetery, Midwest City, OK.
Norman loved the Men’s Fellowship at The Bridge. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Bridge, designated for the Teen Challenge Prison Ministry. Norman was a quiet man with a sweet spirit. He loved people & loved to tease. He wanted to participate in every family event & be a part of the life of all his children & grandchildren. His two sons-in-law & daughter-in-law were just like his own children & loved greatly. He was so very proud of all his family. He came from large family & took every opportunity to be with his brothers & sisters. We thank the Lord for giving Norman the time to say goodbye to all his loved ones before God took him home. God is good & He is faithful!
To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Norman D Scott, please visit our Tribute Store.
[Editor's comment: When my family and I moved to Oklahoma City in 1975 when I was called to become the third president of Southwestern College, now Southwestern Christian University, it was my delight to meet Norman and LaDonna Rex Scott at Muse Memorial Church. The church was located just across the street from our college.
During my presidency, Melvine, Greg, Stephanie, and I attended Muse Memorial Church during the pastorate of Bill and Bette Anderson.
I remember Norman serving as an usher at church. He made you feel welcome and wanted. I enjoy knowing a man who is joyful and enthusiastic about life and his mission. Norman knew his role and was there to minister to the needs of the guests at the church and their children. Greg and Stephanie dearly loved to go to church at Muse Memorial Church. Muse was noted as the church with the purple carpet. It also had a balcony, and Greg and Stephanie wanted to sit us there with their newly acquired friends.
Muse Memorial was a friendly church. We ate out at various restaurants with many of the families. Those were special times when we got to know the people.
I think that LaDonna Rex Scott served several of our bishops as their executive secretary. She was efficient, cordial, and gracious to all. I remember when I served on the World Missions Board when B. E. Underwood served as the Executive Director of IPHC World Missions Ministries, prior to his election to become our general superintendent. One year, he invited the WMM Board to go to London, England for a board meeting and to see the ministry of the training school there. We were able to bring our spouses, and Melvine went with me. I like that and I wanted Melvine to share in the experiences God was given me and us. Norman Scott accompanied LaDonna and he was a hit with all the members of the board and their spouses. While we men were in the board meeting, Melvine tells me that Norman entertained the ladies. That was an exciting trip where we laughed together, prayed together, and cared for one another.
That is one of those memories that live on in my mind. No one can forget the night we ate at Greek Restaurant. The master waiter literally recruited us as he stepped outside the restaurant to the street to greet us. He mesmerized us. The food was excellent and we ate well. But, Oh My, the bill sent some of our members into orbit. I must admit the price we had to pay was way overpriced, but not enough to steal my sanctification. I want mention any names, but I don't think they ever got over it. That was a thorn in their side.
Not so with Norman. He laughed it off, and credited it to a lesson in life to avoid in the further and it added to his knowledge and wisdom. He was determined to live life to the fullest, and to be happy.
To LaDonna and her lovely family Melvine, Greg, and I send our love and sympathy as well as prayers in your grief. I can only imagine the number of family members who will be there. I know that Lonnie and Betty Rex and their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren plan to be present. Royce Rex is driving his mother and father to Oklahoma City today. Let us pray that God will give all who travel by car, SUV, trucks, or through the friendly skies will have traveling mercies.
Norman Dale Scott has made it to that eternal shore where there is joy, peace, and love forevermore. Most of all, he has seen Jesus. It is worth it all to live for Him.]