James H. Scott
July 12, 1935 ~ March 30, 2011
James Harris Scott departed this life on March 30, 2011. He was born on July 12, 1935, in Temple, Texas to Dr. Arthur Carroll Scott and Gwin Harris Scott. Jim graduated from Culver Military Academy in 1953 and attended Rice University from 1953 to 1955. From 1955 to 1957, he served his country in the U.S. Army. In 1957, he enrolled in the University of Texas in Austin, and received his B.A. in Statistics. After moving to Dallas, he spent twenty years in systems analysis, sales management, and consulting for Coopers & Lybrand CPA firm.
In 1980, he moved to San Angelo where he enjoyed working on the family ranch, outside of Robert Lee, Texas. While in San Angelo, he was active in the San Angelo Symphony Association, the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, and a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church. In 1995, he retired and moved to San Antonio where he was a prolific reader, avid golfer, devoted husband, father and grandfather.
He is survived by his wife, Patsy S. Scott of San Antonio; his children, Michael Ledyard Scott and wife Mary Scott of League City, Texas; daughters, Jill Elizabeth McGowin and Leah M. Thomas and her husband, Steve R. Thomas of San Antonio, and four grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, April 8th at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in San Angelo. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the charity of your choice, or Emmanuel Episcopal Church in San Angelo.
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Scottie–A true and special friend!
Dear Patsy: Jim was a good friend. We spent many evennings together and we will always have those memories. Georgene and I are so sorry we will be out of town for the memorial services. We will be thinking of you. Love Georgene and Joe
Dear Patsy, you are in our prayers! What an intelligent and interesting man he was…a Renaisance Man….very unusual these days. We hope you can eventually be comforted by his release from all his serious health problems and the knowledge that he is at peace now. We think of Wallace every day..it never goes away, but it does get better with time. Our sincerest condolences for your loss. Leigh and Charles
Patsy-I just heard about Scotty from Carol via email. I’m sorry that you have lost your soul mate. Scotty meant a lot to me especially when we were in the army together and roommates at UT. May peace be with you and the girls. Roy Jack
Jimmy and I grew up together, our parents were best friends. In the 1950’s Jimmy and I worked together for 2 months on the Matapeak Ranch at Robert Lee – it was hard, brutal, dangerous, interesting and wonderful. Jimmy and I lived in a screened in makeshift bunkhouse inside the barn. Several months ago I received a phone message from Jimmy that said “Richard this is Jim Scott, please call be at” he started to give me a number which he never finished – I called all over West Texas from San Aangelo to ElPaso trying to locate him. From the tone of his voice I felt like I really needed (and wanted) to talk with him. I hope his life was fulfilling and that he enjoyed a happy and loving family Please call me @ 254-770-0742 so we can visit.