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”
