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Virgil E.
Scott
Sep 8, 1960 — Mar 3, 2026
New York
Virgil Edward Scott was born to the late Elder Drayton Scott and Clara Mae Jones Scott in Palatka, FL. In death he joins his father and mother Drayton and Clara Mae Scott; Great grand Mother Sue Jones; Grandparents Bishop Johnny and Cecilla Jones, Izola Jones, Richard and Viola Scott; (Son) Jeffrey Gravs Scott;(Brothers) Michael and Drayton Scott Jr, Walter Charles Mccoy, Isreal Timothy Scott; (Sisters) Lillian Scott Melton and Ronnie Mobley
Virgil attended James A. Long Elementary School, Palatka Jr High School, Wolfson Sr High School and Palatka Central High School where he led the Palatka Central Marching Band. Virgil was also a cheerleader for Palatka Central High School. Virgil received his high school diploma at Thompson High School.
Virgil also received training as a medial secretary in Ocala, Florida. Virgil went to further his education by going to school for his CNA Degree in Atlanta Georgia. Virgil, then went on to make his mark in Planter, Va. where he led the Virgina Pride Marching Band. He was also co-captain of the cheerleader squad as well as the solo twirler for the band.
Later Virgil moved to Knoxville, Tennessee where he finished his freshman year in Social Services. Virgil moved back home toPalatka, Florida for a short time and then moved to New Jersey. Virgil tried many jobs; however, he didn't care much for them. He then moved to New York City where he became a member of the New York Big Apple Pride Band. Virgil lived in all five cities of New York and won many titles twirling his baton. If he wasn't twirling, he was dancing. One thing for sure and two things for certain, he was good at his craftmanship. Virgil attended Knoxville college in Knoxville, Tennessee as well as a cooking school in Bristol, Tennessee.
Virgil lived in all four parts of New York, but resided in the Bronx area. He became a CNA, substance counselor, shift supervisor for the department of Homeless Services, received his degree in Social Services and Mentorship. Virgil also worked in the foster system and later became a foster parent and a community board member where he served for seventeen (17)years. Virgil was known in his neighborhood as the president, mayor and last but not least he was known as "Uncle Virgil."
Virgil leaves to mourn his death (Brothers) Alphonso McCoy, Calvin and (Sandra) McCoy, Eugene Scott, John Scott, Bobby Scott, Rogee Scott; (Sisters) Patricia Scott, Chaquita Griggs, Carlecha Scott, Jonna, Eletrica, and Altvia Scott.
Godparent, Elder Shaw; Godbrothers, Aaron Smith, Tommy Shaw God sister, Sabrina Shaw, a host of Uncles, Aunts, Nephews, Niece's, and Cousins.
A special thanks to my nephew Larry Session (BJ), my doctor Sarah Back, Ryson, Rah, Rex, Shawnie, Kikki, Johnny Jr, RARA and James Poole, Uncle Sammie, Bishop Mark Jones,
Uncle Sammie, Bishop Mark Jones, James Jones, (Mama) Aunt Debra, Carol Jones, Garrett and Jean Jones, Debra Poole, Annie and Peggy Mobley, whom played a BIG BIG part in his life.
Virgil always said whatever God has for him is for him. Virgil was a loving and caring person, most of all he was loyal and would give the shirt off his back. Virgil was a protector. His favorite line was, "I am not going to church unless they have a smoking section."
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