RIP Harold Clyde Scott

We were very sad when the keeper of the Scott flame in Little Bay East passed Dec 5, 2025. I wish I had had the honor of meeting him.

OBITUARY

https://www.wisemansfh.ca/obituaries/Harold-Clyde-Scott?obId=46586474

It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Harold Clyde Scott, of Little Bay East, NL, announces his passing. Clyde passed away at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre on Friday, December 5th, 2025 at the age of 79.

Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of cherished memories are his devoted wife of 54 years, Cora; his three daughters, Karen Ross (William) of Catonsville, MD, Kristine Day (Dion Chard) of Conception Bay South, and Katherine Scott (Dan Oldford) of Paradise; and his beloved grandchildren, Alexandra, Ryan, and Ethan Ross, and Andrew and Jonathan Day (and their father, Michael). Clyde is also survived by his sister, Shirley Newhook of St. John’s; his brother, Carl Scott (Colleen) of Marystown; his sisters-in-law, Vera Scott of Paradise, Joan Scott of Grand Falls–Windsor, and Marie Scott of Calgary, AB; as well as many nieces, nephews, and a large circle of extended family and friends. He is predeceased by his parents, Allister and Grace Scott; his brothers, Fred, Walter, and Herb Scott; and his sisters, Manetta “Nettie” Marshall (Ewart), Joyce Meade (Harold), Doreen Grandy (Clyde), and Marina Denty (Herman).

Clyde was a dedicated teacher for 30 years. He began his career in Shoal Harbour, moved on to Pearce Amalgamated High in Salt Pond and Salem Elementary in Little Bay East, and retired as Vice-Principal of Jacques Fontaine All Grade School in 1997. He touched countless lives throughout his career, so much so that many former students still refer to him as Mr. Scott to this day. A lifelong learner and avid reader, he had an unwavering appreciation for books and knowledge. He also enjoyed a number of personal interests and hobbies, including listening to music and playing his guitar, and doing countless crossword puzzles. Always full of wit and wisdom, Clyde’s legacy will live on through the endless jokes, sayings, stories, and memories he shared. He is deeply loved and will be forever missed.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Tom Dunne at the Health Sciences Centre, Dr. Le and Dr. McCarthy and the incredible nurses at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre (especially Juana and Bill), the staff at the BPHC chemo unit, and community health nurse Shirley Ryan, for their care and compassion over the last 18 months.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place and a celebration of life will be held at a future date. In Clyde’s memory, and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or The Kidney Foundation of Canada.

I do not ask that Heaven’s golden treasure
Upon my little blundering life be spent;
But oh, I ask thee for the perfect pleasure of calm content.

- Allister Scott, “I Do Not Ask”

RIP Allister Walter Scott 1937 – 2025

 https://www.centralfuneralhomes.ca/memorials/walter-scott/5550894/#details

Allister Walter Scott "Scotty" 1937 – 2025

March 30, 1937 – February 12, 2025

Grand Falls-Windsor

Surrounded by the love of his family. Walter peacefully passed in his 87th year at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Center

Walter is predeceased by his Son Keith Scott and daughter in law Tracy. Parents Grace and Allister Scott, brothers Fred and Herb Scott; Sisters Manetta “Nettie” Marshall, Joyce Meade, Doreen Grandy, and Marina Denty.

Walter will be forever remembered by his loving wife Joan of 62 years, Daughter Sharon Scott (Katherine Williams), Son Wayne Scott (Heidi), Sister Shirley Newhook, Brothers Clyde Scott (Cora), Carl Scott (Colleen), Grandson Joshua Scott (Emily) and their children Wynnifred and Olson, and Grandson Matthew Scott. Walter also leaves a large circle of extended family and lifelong friends.

After graduating High School in 1953 Walter embarked on a short teaching career in Grand Bruit before enrolling at Memorial University where he graduated with his Bachelor of Commerce Degree in 1959.

Walter and Joan settled in Grand Falls-Windsor where they raised their three children Wayne, Sharon and Keith. Walter was employed as a Business Agent and Accountant for United Brotherhood of Carpenters until his retirement in 1992. Walter was an active and dedicated member and lay reader of Memorial United Church. He was the Sunday School Superintendent, Clerk of Session, and an original and very proud member of the Men’s choir. Singing was one of Scottie’s great joys.

Scottie had many interests including badminton which he played and coached, camping, fishing, hunting, reading and research. Scottie maintained a strong connection to his roots and frequently visited his birthplace and hometown, Little Bay East. Following his retirement he and Joan maintained a seasonal cottage in Little Bay East where Scottie exercised his love for gardening. He spent much time researching and documenting the genealogy of his own and other families of the area. He was particularly fond of engaging in conversations with locals and family who provided wonderful stories for his research all of which he penned into a journal of the Scott family history.

Newly Discovered Scott Photos

I believe these photos to be of Capt. George "Thomas" Scott (1868-1944). They belonged to my great grandfather William Scott, brother of Captain Scott. I have previous correspondence between the two brothers including an envelope containing photos of ships.

Miscl Photos

 I colorized G-G-Grandmother Elizabeth Lomond Buttery, midwife in Grand Bay.

Elizabeth Lomond Buttery Pike

It's been a long time since I posted about the Buttery family of Port Aux Basques (specifically Grand Bay!) I didn't know a lot about my 2nd great grandmother Lizzie, as she was called, but cousin Nancy recently reached out to me with a new photo and info. She said Elizabeth Buttery was a midwife and that "Elizabeth probably knew more about delivering babies than some doctors know now."

HISTORY

Albert Edward Buttery (from Channel Islands) married Elizabeth (Lizzie) Lomond in 1881 and had eight children in Grand Bay, Newfoundland. Twin sons died within a few weeks of birth and are not included in the Family Chart. Albert Edward died at the young age of 39. His oldest daughter Elizabeth "Eliza" (my great grandmother) married William John Scott (in 1911) from Little Bay East, and they moved to Rochester, New York, shortly thereafter. Eliza’s mother eventually remarried Charles Pike and would later adopt her granddaughter by son Walter.

Candis Scott Elliott (1942-2020)

Candis Elliott (mom), granddaughter of Eliza Buttery Scott (1890-1975) and William Scott (1882-1938), died at 7:20 in the morning of January 24, 2020, most likely from COVID-19, in Asheville, N.C. She had been a quadriplegic since July 2006. 

OBITUARY

Candis “Candy” Diane (Scott) Elliott passed away January 24, 2020, after a long battle with serious health conditions resulting from a tragic fall in 2006. 

Candis (Candy) Diane Scott Elliott was born in Jamestown, New York, on May 24, 1942, to Pastor Lawrence and Vera Scott. She grew up in Hinsdale, Illinois, where her father served as Pastor of the Hinsdale Church. She doted on her brother David who was 6 years her junior. Candis loved playing the piano and accompanying her father when he sang.

When Candis was a teenager, her father accepted a call to Florida Sanitarium Church and she attended Forest Lake Academy where she met Marvin Elliott who was a grade above her. When he graduated and entered Loma Linda School of Dentistry, Candis soon followed to attend La Sierra University where she majored in Elementary School Education. After graduating, she and Marvin were married August 2, 1964, in San Bernardino, CA, and at the same time, she took a position as 1st grade teacher at Loma Linda Elementary School.

In 1966, Marvin and Candis were called to Asheville where Marvin took over a friend's dental practice. Their daughter Michelle Elliott Fontaine (Nelson) of Alpharetta, GA was born in 1968, and son Lee Elliott (Kirsten) of Candler was born in 1971. The family enjoyed snow skiing, camping, and visiting Hilton Head in the summers. Along with Marvin and her children, Candis was also survived by her brother, David Scott (Kathy) of Tillamook, OR.

Candis played the organ and piano for the Mount Pisgah Academy Church for over 20 years. She taught music and 5th and 6th grade at Asheville Pisgah Church School. One of her spiritual gifts was hospitality. She enjoyed cooking and hosting gatherings, including church bridal and baby showers. Her greatest joy in her later years was her grandchildren, Lauren and Kaeleigh Elliott. Kaeleigh followed in her grandmother's footsteps--accompanying others on the piano--including sister Lauren. Lauren, who most resembled her grandmother, took on her love of animals, and is also musically inclined.

Candis took great pride in the accomplishments of daughter Michelle, and son-in-law Nelson as they planted their own church in Alpharetta, Georgia, just as her great grandfather did in Massachusetts in the early 1900s. And like her parents and ancestors, she remained strong in her faith and never wavered throughout her ordeal since her accident left her paralyzed in July 2006.

When the family discussed arrangements after her death, it was suggested they have a quiet family service, but she requested a memorial service for everyone to attend so that the Lord could be publicly praised. Her service will be at 3pm, Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Mount Pisgah Academy Seventh-day Adventist Church in Candler. 

Whales Come to Little Bay East, Newfoundland

Scott cousins captured it all!

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/whales-little-bay-east-1.4028946