We have so many memories of Scott, its hard to choose. Always, he brought a lot of positive energy to any event or situation. Scott lived life to the fullest in a thrilling and energizing way. You could always count on him for any variety of situations. He helped us move, and directed the whole process. He built lab bench shelf space for our workplace. He took our favorite photograph of our two week old baby. One memory is him trying to teach a one year old the chicken dance. Anyone else do the chicken dance with Scott?

Scott was so genuine, kind and funny, and will be truly missed. The way he spoke about Debbie was so sweet, and sincerely showed his love for her. We always had fun together, and he always made us laugh. Our Sexy Scientists Reunions were more fun with him there!!

It was always fun when Debbie and Scott would come to my house to visit. I appreciated that they’d take the time to stop by when they were in the area. And it was always great to catch up.

I remember one time at Capital Ale House, after dinner we wanted to tape our leftover box shut since it was sticking up. We had asked another waitress for tape, but they had a management meeting so she couldn’t get it. Another waitress walked by and Scott just said “piece of tape” while raising his hand, and sure enough she came back with one piece of tape to save the day. Of course, this triggered uncontrollable laughter!

I’ll cherish those many memories of laughing together during our reunions and visits.  And my thoughts and prayers are with my friend, Debbie, and her family during this time.

Dedicated husband and friend...
We were lucky enough to spend time with Scott and Debbie during happier times. One of my favorite memories was our wedding. Deb and Scott planned to arrive in FL on the auto train with their car and drive the 3 hours from Orlando to Fort Myers. After multiple delays, and the determination that they would not make it on time, they abandoned the train, leaving their car packed with a week’s worth of food and all of their belongings. They rented a car and raced through Florida, arriving for the last part of our reception. Most husbands would have given up, but Scott arrived in borrowed gym shorts, cheerful, smiling, hugging everyone and ready to celebrate! I know he did this for Deb more than us, and I admired his dedication to her happiness and his adventurous spirit. As my husband, Jimmy Moroney said when hearing of Scott’s death, “he was just such a nice guy...gone too soon.” We will remember his gentle kind way, his hearty laugh and his broad smile. RIP Scott, and love to Deb and all who loved him.

I loved Scott before I ever met him, because I saw the stars in Debbie’s eyes after she met him. I will never forget the day she came into the lab at Mayo and told me, “I met someone.” It was one of those moments that gives you goosebumps. We were so lucky to have Scott in our lives. He was one of the most loving and lovable people in the whole world. He was the friend who would never let you dance or karaoke alone, he made everything into a super fun time, and it’s so unfair that he’s gone too soon.

Debbie, Ashley, Kristie, Lee Ann and all of your families, please accept our condolences and our virtual hugs until we can be together in person to remember this amazing man who “smiled with his whole face and loved with his whole heart.” Anyone who knew him was so much happier for it and our hearts are broken to know he is gone too soon.

Sadly I only met Scott once at Lee Ann's baton pass in Las Vegas 2014. I remember that he was a warm and genuine guy, very social and funny but not over the top. He was part of the group that went to Fremont Street and he made the revelry all the more memorable.

I will remember Scott for the way he listened, asked questions, and made us laugh.

My first clear memory of Scott is biking with him. He asked if he could join my friends and I on one of our frequent semi-serious rides at the local park. He said he was a casual biker but pretty fit. We were stunned by the second long uphill as he raced past us. Then we noticed his oak-tree trunk calves.

Scott was as kind as he was funny- always available to help, and effusively friendly with me and Debbie's other colleagues, her students, and strangers. His love and devotion for Debbie and all of his family was so obvious and heartwarming. We will certainly miss him.

I first met Scott when I went to see Lee Ann perform with her high school symphony. I drove a rental car from the Richmond airport to Fredericksburg. I somehow managed to dent the back bumper of that car. Scott looked at it and before you knew it, it was as good as new! That was my introduction to my grand daughter's stepdad. A happy, helpful, kind individual who nurtured Lee Ann through her teenage years and made Debbie happy. I'm sorry he could not win this fight. He will be missed. 

When my dearest friend Debbie first introduced us to Scott, it felt immediately easy. Scott had this way of making everyone feel at ease with this huge smile and quick laugh. He knew how to ‘be in the moment’ and gave you his complete attention when talking to you. His curiosity about the world, willingness to try new things and optimistic view of life was infective and we all have some amazing memories because of that.

The first time Scott met my girls he brought the a HUGE Hersey’s Kiss each, which they will never forget! Scott also drove with Debbie and Dashea all the way up to Canada to come visit us and we had such fun sightseeing. But my most fond memory was watching Scott meet my mother for the first time. He immediately crouched down next her wheelchair, started a talking to her and making her laugh. We will all miss him dearly. ❤️

Uncle Scott was always “The Man He Didn’t Have To Be”.   There will never be another like him. But the next best version of him is his daughter Ashley. I hope she always remembers she has the same gifted character that he had. They will always be connected by that gift. And Uncle Scott will live on thru that gift. Before he left Hershey to start his family with Debbi. I told him what he meant to me thru the years. We both shed a tear in that moment, cause it was only then that I had ever expressed my love and appreciation for him for who he was toward me. Debbi and Lee Ann were lucky to have found Scott and Scott was lucky to have found them. There are not enough words to describe just how great he is. 

Scott was a fantastic role model especially when it came to sports. We would play racquetball at American Family Fitness after school and he would always play a fair game. He taught me how to serve and aim and improve my game and never trash-talked, but also never let me win. I remember the genuine grin he’d give me when I earned an impressive point and how he’d try crazy trick shots to make me laugh if I was behind and getting frustrated. I will forever miss my willing playmate and cheerleader.