James D. “Jamie” Scott, 54, died Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at his home in Hemingford.
He was born June 6, 1967 in Springfield, Missouri to James D. and Elberta F. (Crawford) Scott.
Jamie was an avid fisherman and loved fishing all night on a boat. He was larger than life, always laughing and joking. He was great at entertaining people, telling stories and doing magic tricks. He was a hard worker and a jack of all trades. He loved construction, building homes or hotels, it didn’t matter. He made friends everywhere he went and enjoyed playing pool, shooting darts, hunting and playing guitar in a band.
He is survived by his children, Bryce (Emily) Scott of Tulare, CA, Ashley (Ernie) Arellano of Tulare, CA, Kiana Scott of California, and Sierra (William) Cothern of Grand Island, NE; his step-children, Ryan of California and Justin, Thomas, Tyler, Willam and ChrisDena, all of Missouri. He is also survived by his sisters, Ivy (Les) Hicks of Lebanon, MO, Sabrena (Brent) Decker of Richland, MO, and LaVonna Scott of Hemingford; his grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Cremation has taken place and private family services will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be sent in care of the family at, 1090 CR 75, Hemingford, Nebraska, 69348.