(April 18, 1950 - March 15, 2019) - Jim passed away at Elisabeth Bruyere Hospital from CJD at the age of 68. Beloved husband of Esther (Charron). Loving step-father of Brett (Anna) and Corey. Proud Poppa Jim of Victoria, Courtney, Brody and Ruby. He also leaves behind his sister E. Ann Scott of Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Aunt Marion MacVannel and Cousin Marni Gibson both of Burlington, ON. Predeceased by his loving parents James Strachan Scott and Marjorie Annie Scott. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to staff at the Queensway Carleton Hospital Emergency and ACE Unit and to the Elisabeth Bruyere Hospital. Big hug and thank you to Dr. Barnes and the nurses on the 5th floor, who took care of Jim with utmost compassion and dignity. Jim’s Life will be celebrated at Kelly Funeral Home, Carling Chapel, 2313 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K2B 7G3, 613-828-2313 on Saturday March 23, 2019 from 10 am until service time in the chapel at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations to University of Alberta, Phrase in Memo- Sim Prion 27659, Centre for Prions & Protein , Folding Diseases, 204 Brain & Aging Research Building, University of Alberta 116 St. and 85 Avenue Edmonton, AB, T6G 2R3 would be appreciated.
“Remember me with love and laughter”