William Scott

William Scott, 78, of Independence, MO passed away November 19, 2008 at his home. A short prayer service will be held at 3:00 p.m. with a visitation to follow until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 23, at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington, Independence, MO. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, November 24, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Independence, MO with burial to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Outreach or Animals Best Friends, Independence Chapter. Mr. Scott was born December 29, 1929 in Maryville, MO to Charles and Alice (Hartness) Scott. He was a member of the U.S. Air Force, serving in the Korean War, and was a member of the American Legion Post 21 in Independence, MO. Known by his co-workers as Scotty, he was a member of the Bricklayers Union, Local 15, and worked in construction for over 50 years. He was active for many years in local youth sports through the YMCA. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Sally (Bassemier) Scott; four sons, Dan Scott, Tom Scott and wife Patricia, Jerry Scott and wife Stacey, Harry O’Dell and wife Lisa; one daughter, Carol Holzbaur and husband Tom; four grandchildren, Lindsey O’Dell, James O’Dell, William Scott, Abby Scott; and one brother, Gerald Scott of Maryville, MO. He was preceded in death by one brother, Carroll Scott.