Shirley Ann Scott age 86 passed away September 15, 2025 in Richmond, MO. Shirley was born on May 24, 1939 to Lillian and Millard McClaren in the rural area of Sullivan County MO.
She joined a brother Phillip and later came a little sister Sunny, whom Shirley lovingly referred to as her Sunshine. Shirley was raised around the Milan and Purdin area. She graduated from New Cambria High School in 1957. She then attended one year at Missouri State Teacher’s College in Kirksville. She moved to Kansas City and worked as a file clerk. She was a member of the Church of God 7th Day and attended the sister church to the one back home. The Kansas City Church of God 7th day was where she was introduced to the love of her life and future Husband Tommie Scott. Her friend and future sister-in- law (Shirley Harrelson) arranged the meeting. Shirley said it was love at first sight. On Dec 31, 1967 they were united in marriage. They made their home in Excelsior Springs. Tommie began a 30 year career at Ford Motor Company and Shirley blessed him with four children. She was a homemaker. Some of her hobbies included writing, cooking, playing games with her grandchildren, reading her bible and sharing the gospel. She loved the outdoors and nature.
She is preceded in death by her husband Tommie K Scott, daughter Laurel Ann, grandson David High, a grand-daughter Allyson Shroyer, and a great grand-daughter Amber High.
She is survived by three children, Tom(Kristina) Scott Timothy(Effie) Scott, Lisa(Donald) Scott Moore. She leaves behind 15 grandchildren and many great grand children, nieces, and nephews.
Source: KMZU, The Farm
