James Lee Scott

James Lee Scott, 76, of Greencastle, passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022 surrounded by his family. Born March 12, 1945 in Clinton, IN, he was the son of James Scott and Vera (Ellis) Scott Dixon and was a graduate of West Vigo High School. He married Lana (Fehrmann) Scott on August 6, 1966. Jim was a veteran having served in the United States Navy. He worked over 31 years at GTE, retiring as a facility maintainer. After his retirement he worked 14 years at Endeavor in Cloverdale. Jim was a member of Our Shepherds Lutheran Church, Avon and had formerly attended Peace Lutheran Church, Greencastle. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Twyla Antrim and infants Betty Ann & Sandra Darlene Scott; and brother Richard Scott. Jim was a loving, caring husband, dad & Papa. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Lana Scott; daughter Terri Scott; grandchildren Kaitlin (Nick) Tuminella & Kylee Scott; great grandchildren, Colton & Nicky Tuminella; a son Michael B. (Melissa) Scott; grandchildren Jennifer, Allison, & Kelly Scott; and sister Bonnie (Walter) Scott Wright. A Celebration of Life will be held for Jim on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Peace Lutheran Church 1421 S. Bloomington St. Greencastle, IN. In lieu of flowers donations may be made for the care and research of Alzheimers & Dementia to the John & Louise Brackney endowment fund c/o the Putnam County Foundation 2 S. Jackson St. Greencastle, IN. 46135 The family wishes to share a special thanks to all of the wonderful caregivers that were there for Jim and the family. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hopkins-rector.com for the Scott family.