Charles Robert Scott, 91, was born on April 18, 1935, passed on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife of 56 years, Emilie.
Scott was a 1954 graduate of Hillside High School where he was a star basketball athlete. After graduation he attended Fayetteville State University returning to Durham, his sophomore year. He was drafted into the United States Army where he served as a medical specialist until his honorable discharge. He retired from the Radiology Department of the VA in 1993 after 30 years of service.
Funeral Service:
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Visitation: 12:30 PM Funeral: 1:00 PM
Location: New Creation United Methodist Church | 4705 Old Chapel Hill Rd. | Durham, NC 27707
Interment: Beechwood Cemetery
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Patricia Blue planted 5 trees in memory of Charles Robert Scott . - August 08, 2026
Sincere condolence🌹 Patricia & Stephanie White
Thank you Mr. Scott for a life well lived. Thank you for showing me how to be an amazing neighbor and Oakmont community leader. You will be missed.
Thank you Mr. Scott for a life well lived. Thank you for showing me how to be an amazing neighbor and Oakmont community leader. You will be missed.
Thank you Mr. Scott for a life well lived. Thank you for showing me how to be an amazing neighbor and Oakmont community leader. You will be missed.
Thank you Mr. Scott for a life well lived. Thank you for showing me how to be an amazing neighbor and Oakmont community leader. You will be missed.
Thank you Mr. Scott for a life well lived. Thank you for showing me how to be an amazing neighbor and Oakmont community leader. You will be missed.
Sorry to hear about your father, My Condolences, Love you
To the Scott Family. My condolences, Scott was my mentor and friend. We met at the VA, and at the gate of NCCU football games. He would also give me advice on Life. I'm going to miss him. "ROB "
The Williams Family offers our sincere appreciation for Mr.Scott and our condolences with his passing. He was a great neighbor to our family. We could count on "Scottie" for wisdom and advice when we were in need and he gave it with warmth and true concern for our well being. Rest in peace, Mr. Scott. We will always remember you.
To my friend, neighbor and prominent Durham son I am sorry for our loss, but our memories, faith and prayers will comfort us during this sorrowful time. We will always remember the legendary Volkswagen and the adamant principles of one of Durham's street "gents". Sincere love & caring, Patricia Blue & Family
To the Family. I knew Scottie from the VA and home. He was a great guy. RIP
Dianne
We will certainly miss Charles,"Scottie." A very humble, friendly, and caring man who loved his family and his church. We will miss his cantor, honesty, and nonsense approach evidenced when he was engaged in conversation with you. We were blessed by his presence and his wit and we ask for comfort and healing for Emily, Allison, and the rest of "Scotties" family.
Rest in Paradise. A true legend in my life and memories. You and my father in one room or together was truly some of my greatest memories. Love from our family..
GeorgeHoward(RAT)
Going to miss you, my friend was looking forward to this year at homecoming I set at your tailgating tent the entirely whole time shooting the Breeze with you did not see one minute of the game now I know why I will represent this year being sarcastic for you rest in peace my brother
We will always remember the hospitality you extended to us and will fondly keep the memories in heart and mind at your loving home💗
Will miss visiting my buddy and his crew Tailgating at my beloved NCCU football game. The food and drinks were also plentiful!🦅💔🦅
Soar High my dear Eagle 💕
We enjoyed the times spent with Scottie and Emile when we visited relatives in Durham. He was so personable and a bundle of fun. It felt like we had known him forever. Love and prayers to the family.
Cordell and Deleanor Boone - Ellicott City, Maryland
My deepest and most sincere condolences to you Emily and the children. We want to think our loved ones will live forever, but God always have a better plan. Please know my arms and heart is wrapped around you guys.
Charles Scott, whom we called Scottie, was unique and special to us all. He was given many monikers; the general, the guard, backup preacher, and Mr. prophet. He was funny and often sarcastic. He was also one of the most consistent and honorable men I have known. His faith was rarely spoken, yet easily visible. His commitment to the Church was fundamental to his life. I listened carefully to what he said; he spoke with little or no filters around the truth he saw. It was emblematic of how he lived, that the underlining truth must always be recognized and used in going forward; we then accept that truth and its consequences in prayer and supplication of God's will. His voice and spirit will be greatly missed. New Creation UMM
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