Richard Allen Scott

November 25, 1939 - January 4, 2021

Richard Allen Scott, of Johnson City, TN, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 4, 2021. He was born on November 25, 1939, the son of the late, Clarence L. and Gladys (Vines) Scott. In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Linda (Campbell) Scott in 2015. Mr. Scott was a lifelong resident of the Johnson City area. He was a 1957 graduate of Boones Creek High School and enjoyed his monthly get together with his BCHS Classmates for many years. He was a food and beverage salesman for Frank’s Food/Institutional Jobbers of Gray, TN, for over 20 years. He also worked for Standard Coffee and owned two produce markets in the area. He was an Emeritus Elder and a Board member for Lone Oak Christian Church. He had a passion for fine food and enjoyed cooking meals for the church. He served on the board for Good Samaritan Ministries, and was a faithful volunteer for Kairos Prison Ministries in Mountain City, TN. Those left to cherish Richard’s memory include his children, Lea Alan Scott (and wife, Julie) of Roswell, GA, Ashley Scott of Mount Pleasant, SC, and Karen Scott Boles, of Sevierville, TN; his grandchildren, Ashlyn Bower (and husband Josh), Madeline Boles, Ellie Boles, Emma Boles, Caroline Boles, Patric Scott, and Garrett Scott; one great granddaughter, Eleanor Bower; his sisters, Mary Nell Hillis, and Judy Davis; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Scott will be held on Sunday, January 10, 2021, at 7:00 PM, at Tetrick Funeral Services, 3001 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN, 37601, with Pastor Joel Allen officiating. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home on Sunday from 5 pm until the time of service. Committal services will be held on Monday at 12 noon, at Monte Vista Memorial Park in Johnson City, TN. Memorials may be made to the family of Ricard Scott or Lone Oak Christian Church in Johnson City, TN. Our staff is committed to taking care of our families and guests we serve. Please understand we will be following the State’s COVID-19 guidelines. We ask all guests and family members attending visitations and services to please bring and wear a mask, and observe all social distancing guidelines. The family of Mr. Scott would like to thank all of his caregivers for the wonderful care and concern they showed to him and his family over the past seven years. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.tetrickfuneralhome.com. Tetrick Funeral Services, 3001 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN 37604, (423) 610-7171) is honored to serve the Scott family during this difficult time.