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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Scott LaVielle.  We celebrate his life in so many ways - - his 38 years in fire department service and his lasting impact on family and friends.  May his memory be a blessing to all.

A public Memorial Service will be held to honor Chief Scott A. LaVielle on March 13, 2021 at 11:00 am at New Life Church located at 15711 152nd AVE SE Renton, Washington 98058.
The service will also be available to watch by using the following link.
Chief LaVielle Live Stream




February 12
February 12
Scott, you are missed by so many people and I am just one of them. I miss seeing you when I go pick up my mail or any time when I go to our alley, I keep thinking that You will be there to say "I MISS YOU" You were such a great neighbor and loved by my Al. I know that you are together laughing and have a good drink of Scotch. I miss you my friend 
February 11
February 11
I miss you every day, Scott, my beautiful brother.
Your infectious smile and hugs, I hold near and dear to my heart always!
Your passing is still very fresh in my mind. We will be together again someday- I love you.❤️
February 11
February 11
I love you, Dad! This still doesn’t feel real. This year we have baby Scottie which brings a little extra love into the day, and although I would love to have us all interacting together, I feel comforted knowing that you were keeping him safe for us until he came into the world. I know that you know him and he knows you. He always smiles big at your picture.

I miss you so much! I love you I love you I love you! Xoxoxoxo
February 11
February 11
I miss you! Thank you for setting such a positive and beautiful example on how to be the best dad. You met my son right before his first birthday, now our boy is 4 years old with an addition of a beautiful baby girl that was born just a few days after your birthday on the 21st of December. I miss you walking through the doors of cactus with open arms waiting to give me one of those big bear hugs that made you feel love like no other no matter how busy or slammed I was at work. I miss you singing Sexy Back throughout your whole dining experience because you told me it was one of the greatest songs ever! Forever in our hearts, and until we meet again Scott! Love you and Jen so much! Love and hugs to your family that is as amazing as you are. “Bringing sexy back…yeah! Have you heard that song before?” ❤️ Te extraño amigo
December 25, 2023
December 25, 2023
Merry Christmas, Dad!

It’s Scottie’s first Christmas! We love you so much and we know you are here spending family time with us all. I love you, Dad! Xoxoxoxoxoox!!!!!!
December 17, 2023
December 17, 2023
Happy Birthday brother Scott❤️
We love and honor you today with the annual food drive in your name!
It’s a beautiful event! I miss your big bear hugs and infectious laugh! We love you so much.
Sister Bev❤️
December 17, 2023
December 17, 2023
Happy heavenly birthday brother, Thinking of you, Mother and sister. Always in my heart.❤️
December 17, 2023
December 17, 2023
Happy Birthday, Dad! It’s hard to believe this is your 3rd birthday in heaven. You are 65 today :)
I keep thinking every year the need to get you a gift as I would every year and then I remember. But we are all still giving you a gift with the food drive, and I know you love it so much. It is healing to honor your legacy and giving back to the community that helped build who you are.

I love you so much, Dad! Sooo sooo much! Thank you for being such an awesome and loving father.

Xoxoxoxo!
December 8, 2023
December 8, 2023
Hi everyone!

Please join us for The Chiefs 3rd annual birthday food drive on Sunday December 17th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Lavish Roots in Burien. All proceeds go to the White Center Food Bank. We would love to see you and honor our Dad’s birthday!

Information from White Center Food Banks website:

-Canned goods can be accepted within 18 months of expiration date.

-Boxed cereals and pastas can be accepted within 6 months of expiration date.

-Drinks can be accepted within 3 months of expiration date.

-Dry beans and grains can be accepted within 2 years of expiration date.

-In addition, here is a list of some of our most desired items:

· Soup (pop-top) · Canned Meat (pop-top) · Rice Noodles · Spices · Peanut Butter · Canned Fruit (pop-top) · Boxed Baking Mixes · Coffee · Non-dairy Salad Dressings · Broth · Condiments (BBQ, mustard, mayo) · Sugar · Rice · Soy Sauce · Brown Sugar · Oats · Tamari Sauce · Oil · Spaghetti · Ponzu Sauce
October 25, 2023
October 25, 2023
Hi Dad!

Scottie is a little over 5 months old now. I show him pictures of you all the time and he smiles every time I show him your picture. It is the cutest thing!!! We say “Hiiii Opa! It’s Opa Chief! We love Opa & he loves us!” So Scottie will always know you are a big part of his life.

We miss you everyday! Xoxoxo!!!
September 16, 2023
September 16, 2023
I love you, Dad! Scottie is 4 months old today :)
I make sure to show him pictures of you and make sure he knows all about his Opa. Becoming a mom has been the best thing that has ever happened to me and I’m grateful I have such a great example of a parent in you, you help me everyday be the best mom I can be to Scottie. I love you!
August 20, 2023
August 20, 2023
Thinking of you always, Dad! I like to show Scottie pictures of you and he enjoys it :) we will always make sure he knows who his Opa is! Xoxoxo I love you I love you I love you! I miss you I miss you I miss you!
July 10, 2023
July 10, 2023
I love you, Dad! I am missing you lots and lots… especially now that Scottie is here. I would love to share so much with you but then I remind myself that you are still present and seeing all there is to be shared. I miss you I miss you I miss you! Xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
June 18, 2023
June 18, 2023
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! It’s hard to believe this is the 3rd Father’s Day without you physically here. We still and always make time for each other and enjoy spending time together as a family, but you are surely missed. Nothing can replace your energy that you bring. Although we all still feel you everyday and during these special celebrations, it would just be the best to have it the way it was again with you right there in front of us.

Thank you for being the greatest Dad! Thank you for raising us, loving us, and showing us how to be good and kind people.

I am holding Baby Scott right now getting him to sleep and I’m thinking about how I am now in the shoes you were once in with us 3 kids. Getting our babies to sleep safe and sound. Making sure they feel loved and secure. Thank you for always making us feel that. That’s all I want to give to Scottie, is the way you made me feel. I miss you desperately, but at least I have an amazing parent like you as an example to then be to my son.

I love you so much, Dad! I celebrate you everyday and today on Father’s Day!

I miss you I miss you I miss you! Xoxo
May 26, 2023
May 26, 2023
I miss you, Dad! As you know, we welcomed Baby Scott on 5/16. I truly believe his soul was with yours before he came into the physical world. Thank you for caring for him and showing him all your wisdom as I know you will continue to do.

I felt you with me through the entire birth process and I thank you for that! You were so comforting to me and reminded me to trust the training of the medical professionals and they took great care of Scottie and I.

Although it would be amazing to see you here in front of me physically holding Scottie, I close my eyes and visualize like you taught me, and I see you with him.

He will always know who his Opa is and how much he is loved by you!!!

I miss you and I love you!!!!!!!!!!! Xoxoxoxoxox
May 1, 2023
May 1, 2023
It’s the first of May. I miss you so much!!! Thank you for being there for me! Xoxoxoxoxoxooxoxo “if you need me, call me. no matter where you are, no matter how far.”

I love you!!!
April 14, 2023
April 14, 2023
I think about you everyday, Dad! I still feel you with me all the time and I thank you for that! I love you I love you I love you!!!!!! Xoxoxo
February 14, 2023
February 14, 2023
It's been two years since the passing of the greatest human that ever was. Scott, I can never go to the Ally and not have a feeling that I might see you and Al talking and laughing. How life has changed so dramatically in these 2 years. First you were taken and then my Al was taken 1 year later. So you see God only takes the very best. Hope you two are having your Scotch together and waiting when we can all be together again.  Love Jennie
February 11, 2023
February 11, 2023
Scott, I miss you and your positive outlook. Heaven is full of Scott hugs. Prayers for your family. 
February 11, 2023
February 11, 2023
Dear Brother, All though we didn’t talk every day with our busy lives, I know that if there was ever a time of need, you’d be there. A lot has been going on and I want to call you but then I have to snap out of the moment and realize you’re not with us any more, only in my heart. I have days where I struggle with the loss of you. Then I have days where I laugh, thinking of your humorous personality and how you would imitate singers and movie actors repeating the characters lines. Brother there’s so much I miss. Brother you’ve been gone for 2 years and it seems like yesterday. Scott you will always be in my heart and missed everyday. Love you❤️
February 11, 2023
February 11, 2023
I miss you! Thinking of you and your family and friends.
February 11, 2023
February 11, 2023
Dad, it has been two years but it feels like it just happened. I still feel your presence everyday and I trust you that will not go away. Thank you for being a present father while you were physically here and thank you for staying present in the spiritual world, it means so much to all of us.

Everything you always do is with purpose and meaning, and I listen to our song we danced to at my wedding almost everyday. It helps me feel connected to you and I know you chose it for a reason.

“If you need me, call me
No matter where you are
No matter how far
Just call my name
I'll be there in a hurry
On that you can depend and never worry
You see, my love is alive
It's like a seed that only needs the thought of you
To grow
So if you feel the need for company
Please, my darling, let it be me
I may not be able to express
The depth of the love I feel for you
But a writer put it very nicely
When he was away from the one he loved
He sat down and wrote these words:
No wind, (no wind)
No rain, (no rain)
Nor winter's cold
Can stop me, babe
(Oh, babe) baby (baby)
If you're my goal
No wind, (no wind)
No rain, (no rain)
Can stop me, babe
If you wanna go
I know, I know you must follow the sun
Wherever it leads
But remember
If you should fall short of your desires
Remember life holds for you one guarantee
You'll always have me
And if you should miss my lovin'
One of these old days
If you should ever miss the arms
That used to hold you so close, or the lips
That used to touch yours so tenderly
Just remember what I told you
The day I set you free
Ain't no mountain high enough
Ain't no valley low enough
Ain't no river wild enough
To keep me from you”

Thank you for showing us what it really truly means to live. To have no regrets while we can still tell each other face to face how we feel about each other. There is no doubt the love we all share together as a family. We know you love us and you know we love you.

Thank you for music! It heals me <3

I love you I love you I love you! I miss you I miss you I miss you!
February 11, 2023
February 11, 2023
Two years ago today my beautiful brother went to be with the Angels and our mom. The loss of him still seems so current and the pain of his loss is still raw. Today I think of him, but I think of him every single day. No day goes by without seeing his beautiful smile laughter and big hug that embraces me. He impacted so many lives and leaves behind so many people that are better humans because of him. You’re always in my heart and I have comfort with all the wonderful memories that we shared together growing up and as adults. I love you… Your sister Bev.
January 30, 2023
January 30, 2023
I’m thinking of you a lot, Dad!!! I miss you so much. I love you I love you I love you!!!!
January 1, 2023
January 1, 2023
Happy New Year, Dad! I love you so much. Thank you for staying by our side, I couldn’t ever imagine you going very far from us and it certainly doesn’t feel that way. We have so much to look forward to this year and be grateful for. I miss you I miss you I miss you!
December 25, 2022
December 25, 2022
Merry Christmas, Dad! We all miss celebrating with you in person ❤️ thank you for all the memories you helped create and always bringing us together. I know you are with each one of us celebrating. I love you so much! I miss you I miss you I miss you!
December 17, 2022
December 17, 2022
Happy Heavenly Birthday to you dear friend, still looking for you and missing you so much. I hope you and your buddy are BQ some chickens while enjoying your Scotch. Who ever thought that you two would be together this Christmas.  
                    Love Jennie
December 17, 2022
December 17, 2022
Happy birthday my friend. Miss you and wishing you a very happy Heavenly birthday. 
December 17, 2022
December 17, 2022
Happy Heavenly Birthday Scott! You will be forever missed by all. 
December 17, 2022
December 17, 2022
Happy 64th Birthday, Dad!!! We are doing your second annual food drive in your honor. I know you are smiling down on us and love that we are continuing to do it. I am positive you will be with all of us today enjoying everyone coming through to donate to such a great cause. Man, it would be so nice to physically see you there and experience it with you, but I am going to do my best to tap into visualizing you there and feeling your presence. Thank you for continuing to inspire us. I love you I love you I love you! I miss you I miss you I miss you!
November 27, 2022
November 27, 2022
Hi Dad! I am thinking of you a lot, especially around the holidays. You mean so much to our family and always will. We will continue to keep your legacy alive! I love you I love you I love you! I miss you I miss you I miss you!
November 6, 2022
November 6, 2022
I love you, Dad!!!!! I am missing you a lot but I know you are with me. Thank you for staying by our sides. You always said you would be and you are a man of your word. I know your soul is at peace and one with the universe, but I am also grateful you are keeping your soul close to all of us because you mean so much to all of us and are a rock for our family. Thank you for being my Dad! I miss you I miss you I miss you!!!!!!
October 6, 2022
October 6, 2022
I love you, Dad!!!!!!! I miss you so much. There are so many reasons why I wish you were still physically here, but thank you for helping us build a family and keeping people close that we trust that I can still confide in when I need it most. I miss you I miss you I miss you!!!! Xoxoxo <3- your little girl
September 11, 2022
September 11, 2022
Dad, today we remember 9/11. I can’t imagine what it feels like losing 343 of your colleagues in the line of duty. I know it affected you greatly and I appreciate you sharing with us the importance of remembering the sacrifice they made.

“You may not know their names, you may not know their faces, but every day they put their lives on the line for us.”

I can’t help but recognize that you went to be with the world as one on the 11th as well. Your whole life, everything you did has meaning and intention. I appreciate that about you.

I love you, Dad! I miss you I miss you I miss you! Never forget <3
September 7, 2022
September 7, 2022
I love you, Dad!!! I’m just thinking of you and sending you some love! Xoxoxoxooxox I miss you I miss you I miss you!!!
September 4, 2022
September 4, 2022
I love you Dad! Mikey and I went to a concert this weekend and had such a great time. It’s a new band that I discovered in the past year and I really think you would like their music. I wish I could share it with you in person but I can feel you enjoying it with me whenever I listen to it. Thank you for instilling the love of music in me. It is a big part of my life and I enjoy taking time to appreciate live music and search for music that speaks to me and serves me in a positive way. As grandma JoJo would say, “music that makes you feel something!”. I love you I love you I love you! I miss you I miss you I miss you! Xoxoxo!!!
August 18, 2022
August 18, 2022
Dang Dad… having one of those days. Its like I immediately feel like a little girl again and all I want is my Dad. I hear you telling me you are with me, but I would give anything to have a long conversation on the phone, to see you at my work, to have dinner together & to get a big hug from you with your kisses on the head. It still feels like I’m going to see you soon. I can’t believe this happened. Thank you for being my Dad. I love you so much!!! I miss you I miss you I miss you!!!!!
July 26, 2022
July 26, 2022
Hi Dad :)
There was a fire Marshall that came to my work today to do an inspection, but that always makes me do a double take when I see them in that white shirt/uniform. It brought back some great memories I have in my head seeing you in your uniform. I love you so much! I miss you I miss you I miss you!!!!!
July 3, 2022
July 3, 2022
I love you, Dad!!! Happy 4th of July weekend. I promise to be safe, we aren’t lighting off any fireworks this year and it’s raining today so that’s good. Maybe I won’t have to water my lawn down tomorrow but I will check it out and make sure everything is good. Now that we have our own home, I am very aware of the potential dangers especially on 4th of July weekend and I hear you helping me keeping our environment safe. Thank you for teaching us so much. I love you I love you I love you! I miss you I miss you I miss you!!!
June 19, 2022
June 19, 2022
Happy Father’s Day, Dad!!!!!!!!!!! I miss you so much and celebrating with you in person. I can’t even explain how different our lives our without you, but I have been tapping more and more into knowing that you are in fact, always there. And that we all still can enjoy our time and new experiences with you. We are creating new memories with you, experiences and laughs. Thank you for being such an amazing Dad. I miss you I miss you I miss you!!!
May 18, 2022
May 18, 2022
What a beautiful thing, that you are my Dad.
So unique and bright.
Strong and bold.
Smart and eloquent.
Handsome and hilarious.
Absolutely hilarious.
Insightful and helpful.
Loving and thoughtful.

The longing that we all have for you is tremendous, but it really helps me to be grateful for the experience I had in life having you as a father. You taught us to always have gratitude and now it’s helping me in the toughest time. It’s easy to be down and depressed, and it can be hard to pick ourselves up from sadness, but it is 100% worth it to focus on the positive and beautiful fact that you are and always will be my Dad. There is no one like you and I am so proud that you are my Dad. You still make me laugh, you still make me feel loved. You are a great Dad!!! Thank you thank you thank you! I miss you I miss you I miss you! & I love you I love you I love you!!!!
April 12, 2022
April 12, 2022
I love you, my sweet Daddy <3 I love talking about you :) I always find a way to talk about you everyday and share things with people that you taught me. It is how I keep your memory alive. You mean so much to me and you always will, forever and ever. I know you are with all of us everyday and I want to thank you for staying close to us. It helps us all. I love you I love you I love you and I miss you I miss you I miss you!!!!!!
March 18, 2022
March 18, 2022
I love you so much, Dad. My heart is really missing you. I miss you I miss you I miss you! Xoxo
February 21, 2022
February 21, 2022
I love you, Dad! I think about you each and everyday. Music has been helping me a lot and I hear you singing along with me through every song. Thanks for always singing with me :) I miss you I miss you I miss you!
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February 12
February 12
Scott, you are missed by so many people and I am just one of them. I miss seeing you when I go pick up my mail or any time when I go to our alley, I keep thinking that You will be there to say "I MISS YOU" You were such a great neighbor and loved by my Al. I know that you are together laughing and have a good drink of Scotch. I miss you my friend 
February 11
February 11
I miss you every day, Scott, my beautiful brother.
Your infectious smile and hugs, I hold near and dear to my heart always!
Your passing is still very fresh in my mind. We will be together again someday- I love you.❤️
His Life

Scott A. LaVielle

March 6, 2021
Scott A. LaVielle (December 17th, 1958 – February 11th, 2021), our hero, passed away on Thursday February 11th, son of Joanne A. LaVielle, Scott was the third of eight siblings and grew up in the Seattle King County area in the state of Washington. He attended Chief Sealth High School in Seattle where he excelled in many activities including football and theatre arts and his senior year of 1977, he earned All-American honors in baseball. Scott attended Olympic College in Bremerton, Washington on an athletic scholarship and was selected by the New York Mets in round #25 of the 1979 Amateur Entry Draft. He played one season with Mets Affiliate Grays Harbor Loggers of the Northwest League before setting his sights on his life-long passion of becoming a firefighter.

Scott became a Volunteer Firefighter in 1981 before being hired as a career Firefighter in 1982. Prior to attaining the position of Fire Chief in 2007, he served as Fire Marshal for over ten years and a shift Battalion Chief for over five years.

Scott loved serving and protecting the same neighborhoods in which he was raised and giving back to the community was one of his favorite hobbies. His love for children teaching CPR and First Aid at local schools was one of his favorite activities, always at the ready with firefighter helmets and sticker badges to pass out.

Chief LaVielle’s dedication to his communities and drive to always keep learning was highlighted by his numerous awards, professional certifications, and education accomplishments. In 2019 Chief LaVielle was accepted into the 2nd official IAFC Diversity Executive Leadership Program (iDELP), a group that he was very proud of to be included in and help foster their important mission in the Fire Service. Chief LaVielle had a passion for making a difference in the lives of others and was always excited to play a significant role as a friend, mentor, and leader.

After 37 years in the Fire Service, Scott retired in August of 2020. Chief LaVielle served North Highline Fire District (30 years), City of Pullman Fire Department (1 year), and City of Tumwater Fire Department (6 years).

Often Scott would say how he would not be the man that he was without the love and dedicated support from his wife Jennifer. The absolute love of his life, Scott and Jennifer were married in Maui, Hawaii, their favorite vacation destination. The two of them did everything together, from exercise and golf to concerts and spa days.

Known simply as “Chief” to many, he was “Opa” to his two beautiful granddaughters, Layla Zey LaVielle, and Scarlett Scott LaVielle. Scott his survived by his wife, Jennifer, his three children Brandon (Stacy), Alexander, Samantha (Michael), and two granddaughters, Layla, and Scarlett.

Chief LaVielle’s Accomplishments and Professional Certifications

Awards and Honors

1984 – “Firefighter of the Year” (North Highline Fire District)

1997 - American Red Cross “Everyday People, Everyday Hero” Award Winner for Washington State

2002 - “Community Hero of the Year” Boys and Girls Club of King County (Southwest Branch)

2009 – “Extraordinary Citizen Award” White Center Chamber of Commerce



Professional Certifications

EFO – National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer

CFO – Chief Fire Officer

CEMSO – Chief Emergency Medical Services Officer

FM – Fire Marshal

MIFireE – Institution of Fire Engineers



Scott spent much of his career supporting what was formally known as the Northwest Burn Foundation and what is now called the Washington State Council of Firefighters Burn Foundation. Donations can be made in his honor at Donate (paypal.com)

A public Memorial Service will be held to honor Chief Scott A. LaVielle on March 13, 2021 at 11:00 am at New Life Church located at 15711 152nd AVE SE Renton, Washington 98058.

Celebration of Life

February 27, 2021
A public Memorial Service will be held to honor Chief Scott A. LaVielle on March 13, 2021 at 11:00 am at New Life Church located at 15711 152nd AVE SE Renton, Washington 98058.
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A tribute to a friend and hero

March 21, 2021
My heart goes out to all of Scotts family.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all.  A hero gone way to soon!  Scott and I began our friendship in high school.  Our daughters attended school with Scotts sons and lived just a few blocks from us. I remember Scott as the Fire Marshall in the Highline district when the fire station treated our son on his 5th birthday now 21 to a dinner at the station.  It was priceless.  I still have the mugs from the celebration and as Scott liked to do give items away related to the firefighter hero's.  We have a 911 pin representing that awful day. Although today I treasure it as a Scott memory.   Scott could be a mile away and would yell your name to ensure he was able to say hello and yes always came with a big hug.  We often ran into him at the Chelan Cafe or another restaurant establishment in West Seattle.  Yes we all liked to eat out.  Scott you will be forever missed, gone way too soon as my high school classmate, friend, neighbor and forever Hero!  You will be truly missed!

Beautiful Service today for a special man

March 13, 2021
Mark and I were fortunate to have know Scotty in the beginning of his fire career. Our best memories of Scott were with a baseball team and tournaments. We stayed in our motor home and we always cooked enough to feed Scott . Just open the door and pass out the left overs.
He was an amazing caring man who made everyone feel honored to have known him. 
His mother came to all of the games and was his loudest cheer leader.
March 11, 2021
I met Scott and Jenn when I was their barista at Uptown Espresso. When I transitioned to opening a Pilates studio, they were one of my first clients and supporters and became dear friends. I feel so incredibly blessed that I got to see them for weekly Pilates sessions for 9+ years. 

To know Scott was to love him. When he walked in a room, you knew it. He beamed. 

He was the life of the party and the Pilates studio’s unofficial ambassador. He would come to class in the greatest mood and say, “we missed you” and would be singing (“SexyBack” or “No Diggity”) and ready to workout. Then he’d introduce himself to new students to make them feel welcome, and talk the studio up. That was Scott. He always had your back. 

He was also hilarious. 

I remember one Saturday morning class he asked what I had done the night before. I had an injury at the time and told him “it was a rockin’ Friday night. I was in bed with bengay by 9.” Without missing a beat, he said “who’s Ben Gay?” and everyone lost it cracking up. That was one of many ongoing jokes we had. Another one I loved was when he’d do “happy baby” yoga pose and giggle and coo. Jenn and I would crack up and she’d say, “Scott, you’re cute.” Their love for one another was palpable. 

We had fun outside of the studio too. One of my favorite birthdays was with Scott, Jenn and some other friends and we went to The Westy on 35th. We watched a Seahawks game and talked, laughed and drank wine. If Scott was there, you were having fun. I can picture his laugh now and it makes me smile. 

I can’t put into words how much I’ll miss Scott and how sad I am he’s gone. He was like family. My heart aches for Jenn, their kids and grandbabies. He touched so many lives; brought light and love to everyone he met. He was pure good in the world. We can only hope that some of his magic dust rubbed off on us, and that we will carry it with us forever.

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