Byron Edward Scott

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Leon Conrade Scott and Marion Frances (Starr) Scott, brother, Leon Scott, Jr., and sister, Doreen Scott.

Every family has someone whose presence becomes part of its foundation — the one whose laughter fills the room, whose wisdom steadies' others, and whose love extends beyond blood. For so many, that person was Byron Edward Scott, affectionately known as "Pops" and “Scott”. On June 21, 2026, at the age of 74, he left this world, but the stories, lessons, and love he shared remain woven into the lives of everyone he touched.

Byron was born on July 3, 1951, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Wyandotte County, Kansas. The third of five siblings, he was raised in Kansas City, Missouri, where he spent much of his life building lasting friendships, raising his family, and leaving an enduring mark on his community. Shortly after graduating from high school, he accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior and became a faithful member of Kansas City Gospel Hall.

He attended Sanford B. Ladd Elementary School and Central High School, graduated from Westport High School, and continued his education at Central Missouri State University (CMSU). After college, he married Doris Baucom. Their union was blessed with two children, Rashele and Byron Jr., whom he loved dearly.

Throughout his working years, Byron was known as a hardworking, determined man with an unwavering work ethic. He worked for Missouri Gas Energy and Lee Apparel before becoming a successful entrepreneur, owning and operating Flash Flares and Precise Concrete. He later joined The Ozanam Facility, where he served as both an employee and a mentor, becoming a father figure to many young men. Byron concluded his working life with Railcrew, where his dedication, reliability, and commitment earned him the respect of his peers and recognition with a Railroad Appreciation Award.

To many beyond his own family, Byron was simply known as “Pops" and “Scott”. His greatest accomplishments were not measured by awards or titles, but by the countless lives he influenced. Through his mentorship at the Ozanam Facility, he became a father figure to many young men, including Jermaine, Davis, Lewis, Williams, JR, and Dickerson, all of whom proudly called him "Pops" or “Scott”. He believed in seeing the good in people and helping them discover it within themselves.

One of the greatest blessings of Byron's life was the love he shared with his beloved wife, Scootie. Their relationship began with friendship and blossomed into a loving partnership that spanned 23 years, culminating into 14 years of marriage. Together, they built a life grounded in love, commitment, and laughter. During this time, Byron embraced the role of being a father to Brian.

Those fortunate enough to know Byron will forever remember his unmistakable sense of humor. He had a gift for making people laugh and was a natural jokester whose playful sarcasm could brighten any room. Family and friends would smile whenever he began to stutter, because they knew he might be stretching the truth just a little. His favorite expressions “A dollar eighty-seven" and "baby girl” became part of the soundtrack of his family's lives.

In his healthier years, Byron enjoyed playing pool with the fellas and spending time around the domino table with his nephews. He loved cooking for those he cared about and was never shy about expressing his opinions —especially when it came to football, as he proudly stood apart from the hometown crowd by declaring his dislike for the Kansas City Chiefs. He enjoyed the song "You Bring Me Joy" by Anita Baker but loved it more when Scootie sang it.

He believed people deserved second chances, that laughter could heal, and that a person's worth was measured by how they treated others. Whether through his work, his mentorship, or his love for family, he quietly demonstrated integrity, perseverance, generosity, and grace.

His legacy will continue through every life he touched, every lesson he shared, every meal he prepared, every laugh he inspired, and every young person he encouraged to become more than their circumstances. Though his earthly journey has ended, the love he gave and the memories he created will remain in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.

He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Scootie Scott; his children, Rashele Scott, Byron Scott Jr. (Roz), Daniel Scott, Brian Odom, “Bonus Mom” Mrs. Gertrude Wright, and “Bonus Daughter”, Chon Ellis; his brother Stanley Scott (Janice), David Scott (Dorothy), his four granddaughters and five grandsons; three great-granddaughters, and four great-grandsons, along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, treasured friends, and countless others who lovingly knew him as "Pops” and “Scott.”

"Well done, good and faithful servant."

Matthew 25:23