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Arthur Scott, Jr.

July 9, 1936 — January 11, 2019

STERLING- Arthur Scott Jr., 82, of Sterling, died Friday January 11, 2019 at his home. Arthur was born July 9, 1936 and grew up on the family farm in Galt, the son of Arthur and Myrtle (Morse) Scott Sr. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp. He married Janet Walker on May 4, 1957 in Rock Falls. Arthur spent many years on the road as a truck driver for Consolidated Freight Company. He loved his garden and restoring furniture. He especially loved spending time with his grandkids. Survivors include one daughter, Paula Scott of Sterling; one son, Alan (Laura) Scott of Depue; three brothers, Jerry (Priscilla) Scott of Morrison, Wayne (Gerry) Scott of Redding CA, and Gary (Wendy) Scott of Lyndon; one sister, Joyce Breedon of Maypearl TX; four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Dale and Brian Scott in infancy; two brothers, Neal Scott, and Robert Scott. Graveside services is at 10:30 Thursday January 17, 2019 at Oak Knoll Memorial Park in Sterling, with Merle Heckman officiating. Schilling Funeral Home & Cremation is handling arrangements. A memorial has been established to St. Judes. Condolences may be sent to www.schillingfuneralhome.com

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