SCOTT, DOUGLAS HAIG - Douglas Haig Scott, husband of the late Jane (Robinson) Scott, passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on Saturday, December 15, 2012 at the Veteran’s Health Unit (he was formerly of Bloomfield Ridge and Charter’s Settlement). Born on November 20, 1918, the 10th of 11 children, he was the son of the late Harvey and Sarah (Stickney) Scott. Doug was a Veteran of WWII, having served in England, Scotland, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. He was a woodsworker, trucker, and fishery warden, worked at DND McGivney’s depot and retired from Base Gagetown. While living in the Boiestown area, he was active in several community organizations; he was past President of Royal Canadian Legion, Normandy Branch #78. His passion was in the Masonic order, having served in several positions and he was well known to be able to fill in on a moment's notice. Douglas was a member of the Nasonworth Baptist Church. He was a devoted family man and will be greatly missed by his family. Douglas is survived by his children, Douglas (Joan) Scott, Jane (James) Hovey, Elaine (Arnold) Dixon, Leslie (Dawna) Scott and Brenda (Alain) Comeau; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and wife, Jane “Jean” (Robinson) Scott, Douglas was predeceased by his three sisters, Beatrice Palmer, Sadie Munn and Margaret Mosher; seven brothers, Lawrence, Norman, Jim, Bill, Mitchell, George and Alvin.
Visitation will take place at York Funeral Home, 302 Brookside Drive on Monday, December 17, 2012 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. A Funeral Service will take place at Nasonworth Baptist Church on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at 2:00 pm with Rev. David Gray officiating. Pallbearers for the service are Douglas Scott, Billy Scott, Lloyd Hovey, Robbie Hovey, Brice Enman, Alain Comeau; Honourary Pallbearers are Arnold Dixon, Keith and Marie Scott, Merlyn Scott, King Scott, Ora Ross and Charlie Bruce. Interment will take place in Nasonworth Baptist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate remembrances to the Nasonworth Baptist Church, New Brunswick Masonic Charities (Camp Good Time) or a charity of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com