Patsy L. Scott's Obituary
Patsy L. Scott, age 82, passed away on Wednesday night, November 6, 2019, in Grand Haven. Patsy was born on August 26, 1937 in Grand Haven to Lloyd and Esther McCaleb. Pasty married James “Jim” Scott of Maud, OK on May 21, 1960 in Grand Haven. Patsy and Jim were introduced to each other by Jim’s best friend Paul Crum, when they went into Presley’s Drug Store for Lucky Strikes and a 7-UP.
Mrs. Scott first worked out of high school at McLaughten Five and Dime Store sales counter. Patsy then worked at Presley’s Drug Store soda fountain, and Hackers Pharmacy stocking shelves. Patsy also worked at Grand Haven Brass, Fricano’s Pizza and the Grand Haven Sewer Plant. She volunteered as a Boy Scout Den Mother and Girl Scout Leader. Her most important job was raising a son and two daughters.
Patsy took tap dancing lessons as a child. She enjoyed singing in the choirs of the Grand Haven Methodist and Community churches. Patsy also enjoyed traveling across Michigan, fishing, boating, hiking and biking. Patsy’s favorite desserts were blueberry and rhubarb pies.
Patsy is survived by her 2 daughters, Rebecca “Becky” Ann (Jeff) Kaminski of Grand Haven, Laura Lee Crum of Leghton, AL; 1 son, Robert Allen Scott of Grand Haven; 4 grandchildren: Amber Scott, Kaleb Kaminski, Austin Crum, Ashley Crum; 5 great-grandchildren: Emma Ann Scott, Braden A.J. Gordon Scott, Kilee Ann Scott, Olivia Miriam Jane Crum, Oliver Mitchell Kaminski. Patsy was preceded in death by her husband Jim, parents Lloyd and Esther McCaleb and younger brother Tom McCaleb.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, November 11, 2019 at The VanZantwick Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 620 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417 with Rev. Daniel Anderson officiating. Visitation with the family will be 1-3 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 at the funeral home. Interment will be in Lake Forest Cemetery. Memorials to the Scott family are appreciated. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com.
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