Obituary of Gary L. Scott

Gary L. Scott, age 69, former Vice President and General Manager of Ford of Ocala, quietly passed away in his home surrounded by his wife and two daughters on Wednesday, April 21, 2010. Gary was born on October 14, 1940 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Jewell Scott and the late John Scott, both of Chattanooga, Tennessee. He moved to Florida in 1961 where he began his longtime career in the automobile industry. Gary's relationship with Ford Motor Company began in 1961. Over the last fifty years, Gary received numerous awards and accolades from Ford Motor Company. He was President of Ford Motor Company's Jacksonville District Parts and Service Manager's Club for several years. He was also on the Board of Directors for the Parts and Service Manager's Club. He was Vice President, General Manager of Griffin Ford in Frostproof, Florida prior to becoming Vice President, General Manager of Ford of Ocala. He was on the Board of Directors for Marion Technical Institute (M.T.I.) and one of his greatest career achievements was playing an instrumental part in the formation of M.T.I.'s automotive program. Throughout his life, Gary was a member of many influential organizations. He was Rotary Club President in Frostproof, Florida, member of the Tampa Lions Club and was proud to serve on the Marion County Board of Chamber of Commerce. Gary was also a 32nd Degree Mason. Gary was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Ocala where he was an Elder and served as Chairman of the Pastor Nominating Committee. Anyone acquainted with Gary knew his passion for music and guitars. He was a member of the Praise Team at First Presbyterian Church where he played the guitar each and every Sunday. Gary is survived by his caring and devoted wife of 41 years, Janie, his eldest daughter and her husband, Stacey and Jim Flemister of Winter Garden, FL; his youngest daughter and her husband, Kari and Scott Reece of Ocala, FL; five grandchildren, Chelsea, Quint, Dixie, Chase, and Ashton; his mother, Jewell Scott and two brothers, Doug and Calvin Scott. He is also survived by his daughter Sherry Lynn and her daughter Jennifer, as well as 5 nieces and 1 nephew. Gary loved and adored his wife, children and grandchildren. He cherished his companion of nine years, Morgan, their golden retriever. His world revolved around God, his Family and music. He enjoyed playing golf, hunting and fishing. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at noon on Saturday, April 24, 2010, at First Presbyterian Church 511 SE 3rd St., Ocala, with Dr. Raymond Guterman, Rev. Darren Bess, Dr. Joseph Pickard, and Rev. Sam Harris officiating. Visitation will be held Friday from 5-7 PM at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Marion County or First Presbyterian Church of Ocala Praise Team.