Ronald E Scott

March 2, 1941 - April 2, 2019

Ronald E. Scott, age 78, of Laurel, DE passed away on April 2, 2019 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center. Ron was born in Lewes, DE a son of the late Edward and Anna Scott. Ron attended Wingate College, Appalachian State, and Delaware State Colleges. He later was a school teacher in the Laurel School District for 34 years, where he was active in coaching and officiating sports. Ron was a member of the Laurel Lions Club serving many terms as president and various other positions. He was past president of the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department and was a Delaware State Fire Police man. He enjoyed softball and golf, and watching sports on television. Ron was a member and past trustee president at Centenary United Methodist Church. He was an avid New York Yankees fan. Ron is survived by his wife of 52 years Shirley Scott of Laurel. A son Troy Scott and wife Robin of Tennessee and a daughter Nicole Callaway and husband Darin of Seaford. A brother Jerry Scott and wife Carolyn of Seaford. Grandchildren, Andrew Callaway, Gavin Scott and Austin Callaway. Several nieces and nephews also survive him. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday April 7, 2019 at 3:00pm, at Centenary United Methodist Church in Laurel, DE. A visitation will be held from 2:00 pm- 3:00pm. The Rev. Dean Perdue will officiate. Interment will be private.