Nancy Lee (Ross) Scott

On Saturday, June 15th, Nancy Lee (Ross) Scott, loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away peacefully at the age of 67 at her home.

Nancy was born on October 28, 1951 in Pittsburg, KS to Clifford and Nolene (Mahy) Ross. She received her Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Special Education from Pittsburg State University. Nancy was an Elementary Education Teacher for nearly 40 years. She taught in several different school districts over the years and retired from Liberal USD #480 in 2011. Nancy was a published author after her debut tribute to her grandmother in 2016. On December 20, 1980, she married Gary Lee Scott. They raised two sons, Joel and Ryan, and one daughter, Katy.

Nancy enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, children and her husband. Nancy and Gary both participated with Special Olympics, various Parks and Recreation events, volunteering at the Lied Center and bell choir at church. Nancy also loved being with her 4 beloved dachshunds.

Nancy was preceded in death by her father, Clifford, and her mother, Nolene. She is survived by her husband Gary, her three children, Joel (Wendy), Ryan (Emily), and Katy (Michael), her five grandchildren, Ryleigh, Bailey, Lauren, Jack, and Jessa, and her sister, Diana (Kenny) Perrin.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 24, 2019 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary – Eudora Chapel in Eudora, KS. Burial will follow at the Eudora Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Nancy’s name to Special Olympics of Douglas County or Eudora Parks and Recreation Foundation and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

A visitation will be held from 4 – 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2019 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary – Eudora Chapel.

63 Condolences

  1. Mary Jane Church on June 18, 2019 at 3:22 pm

    Gary and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



  2. Ben Erwin on June 18, 2019 at 6:39 pm

    Gary and family i am sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. Prayers of peace and comfort as you endure this difficult journey.



  3. Christina Mastro on June 19, 2019 at 7:40 am

    I am so sorry to hear that Nancy has passed. My son Joey loved her so. Our thoughts and prayers with the family at this time.



  4. Mary Gilpin on June 19, 2019 at 8:01 am

    Gary and family we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.



  5. Carol Mummert Smith on June 19, 2019 at 8:03 am

    Gary am so sorry to hear of Nancy”s passing/ i remember her from Weir my prayers are with you



  6. LaShawn Childs on June 19, 2019 at 9:30 am

    Katy-
    I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you and praying for your family.

    LaShawn Childs



  7. Karen and Jack Reda on June 19, 2019 at 9:37 am

    Please accept out heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother. Nancy was a wonderful life-long friend and she will be sorely missed.

    God Bless you all…
    Karen and Jack Reda



  8. Joyce Cromwell on June 19, 2019 at 10:46 am

    So sorry for your loss! It’s so hard to lose such a important figure in your life! Nancy was a wonderful wife, Mom and Grandma! She will definitely be missed by all! You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this very hard time!
    Love you Joel and Wendy!!
    Aunt Joyce, Uncle Jerry & family



  9. Judy and Mike Welter on June 19, 2019 at 1:11 pm

    Nancy was a forever friend. Thinking of the family. Judy and Mike Welter



  10. Judy and Mike Welter on June 19, 2019 at 1:12 pm

    Nancy was a forever friend. Thinking of the family.



  11. Lou Hubbs-Maxson on June 19, 2019 at 5:15 pm

    Gary, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Nancy’s passing. Sending you hugs. Love you cousin



  12. Mindy McCorkle and Family on June 19, 2019 at 9:57 pm

    Heaven gained one amazing angel. I love you all.



  13. Holly Kracl on June 20, 2019 at 9:57 am

    Gary…. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



  14. Chris F on June 20, 2019 at 12:03 pm

    Katy, prayers for you and your family.
    Hugs and love to you Katy.
    Hang in there Katy.
    Chris Foster



  15. Rich Reda on June 20, 2019 at 12:45 pm

    Katy and Michael:

    Very sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family. Hang in there you two.



  16. Mary MacBain on June 20, 2019 at 1:13 pm

    Katy and Michael,

    I’m thinking of you during this difficult time. Your Mother accomplished a lot in her life and I know you’re proud of her. Your children will learn much as you share your memories of her. I was glad to learn that she passed peacefully at home. Her strength during this time serves as an important lesson to us all.

    Fondly, Mary



  17. Nellie and Von McLaughlin on June 20, 2019 at 1:15 pm

    Gary, you and the family have our deepest sympathy and love during this difficult time. Many prayers and thoughts are for you. Sending our love to you. Nellie and Von McLaughlin



  18. Cindy Neely on June 20, 2019 at 3:09 pm

    Katy and family, thinking of you during this sad time.
    Prayers & hugs.



  19. Debby Clugston Johnson on June 20, 2019 at 3:42 pm

    Gary, Joel, Ryan, Katy, Diana, and Families,- We were so very sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing! I have been praying for her since I found out she was fighting lymphoma! I know it was a struggle for her and all of you! She has now found Peace and is smiling down on you from Heaven, as that great storm is over for her! She actually introduced us and we doubled on our first date 52 years ago!!! Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you!!! In His Love, Hoyt and Debby Johnson and Families



  20. Kim Taylor on June 20, 2019 at 5:46 pm

    I am so very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Nancy at Southlawn Elementary in Liberal. May she rest in peace.



  21. Shari and Doug Sisk on June 20, 2019 at 6:05 pm

    Gary and family-words cannot begin to express how saddened Doug and I are about Nancy’s passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers!



  22. Rosa Arellano on June 20, 2019 at 6:11 pm

    My sincere condolences on your loss. I worked briefly with Nancy when I was a school counselor at McKinley. She was truly a sweet lady.



  23. Cathy Cruz Segovia on June 20, 2019 at 6:11 pm

    Gary and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I worked with Nancy in Liberal. She was such a caring person. I enjoyed working with her. My thought and prayers go out to the family. Rest in peace my friend.



  24. Michele Stoddard on June 20, 2019 at 6:17 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Kinzie still talks about having her as a teacher, and liking Clifford the Big red Dog. She will be missed.



  25. Eugene and Bonita Harke on June 20, 2019 at 6:22 pm

    So sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. We always enjoyed visiting with her. Her enthusiasm was very catching. She impacted the lives of many children. Our prayers are with you all for comfort at this time.
    Eugene and Bonita Harke



  26. Brenda Ridenour on June 20, 2019 at 6:44 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked many years with Nancy in the Liberal school system. She will be greatly missed. May you remember the happy times you all had together.



  27. Hedy Hull on June 20, 2019 at 7:03 pm

    So sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. Prayers for Gary and family.



  28. Laura Oyler on June 20, 2019 at 7:04 pm

    I was saddened to hear of Nancy’s passing. Liberal sure was impacted by all of you. Nancy was a great teacher. Prayers and condolences to your whole family



  29. Delaini De La Cerda on June 20, 2019 at 7:05 pm

    I am very sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. I had the privilege of teaching with her at McKinley Elementary. She is greatly missed.



  30. Bill &EJ Salley. on June 20, 2019 at 7:31 pm

    We were so sadden to hear of Nancy’s passing. Our Prayers to Gary and kids at this time of loss.



  31. Mary Heathcock on June 20, 2019 at 7:48 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Nancy was a very good loving person and I enjoyed working with her at Washington school. She will be missed deeply.



  32. Colleen Towns on June 20, 2019 at 8:22 pm

    So sorry for your loss. She was well respected and highly spoken of in Liberal. My thoughts & prayers are with you.



  33. Larry & Dianne Halley on June 20, 2019 at 9:11 pm

    Dear Katy & Michael
    We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother She will be deeply missed by many Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family
    Sincerely
    Larry & Dianne Halley



  34. Ronda Canaday on June 20, 2019 at 9:52 pm

    Gary
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Nancy was such a sweet lady. I very much enjoyed having a classroom next to hers. When we taught in Liberal. She was a very caring person. I know she was so proud of you and your family. She loved her students and teaching. My prayers are with you and your family.

    Ronda Canaday



  35. Patsy Guinn on June 20, 2019 at 9:55 pm

    Gary and family, I am so sorry to hear about Nancy. I know she will be so very missed by all of you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you in these sad times. Sincerely, Patsy Guinn



  36. Burton mann on June 20, 2019 at 10:11 pm

    Gary, I am so saddened and shocked to hear of Nancy’s passing. Please know that we will be lifting you and your family up in prayer for God’s comfort and strength.



  37. Laura Cano on June 20, 2019 at 10:19 pm

    Dear Gary – This make my heart sad. I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for the peace that only God can provide.
    With love,
    Laura



  38. Robert & Janie Pierce on June 21, 2019 at 1:28 am

    Gary and family we were deeply saddened to learn of Nancy’s passing. Many prayers and hugs are being sent from Robert and me. Nancy will be missed by this community in so many ways.????????????????



  39. LB & Pam Harness on June 21, 2019 at 7:59 am

    Gary and family, our condolences to you at the loss of your wife, mother & grandmother. I worked at Washington school in Liberal with Nancy & Katy and our daughter Ashley were friends in their young school years.
    May God give you peace & comfort at this difficult time.



  40. Chris Bridge on June 21, 2019 at 8:06 am

    Gary and family,
    I am so sorry for the loss of Nancy. She was an amazing woman. She was the reason I started my volunteer work with my dogs. I visited her classroom on the 101st day of school with my Dalmatian. Peace and comfort to you from Chris and Loren Bridge



  41. Jolene Born on June 21, 2019 at 8:14 am

    So very sorry for your loss. Nancy was the kindest person.

    Jolene Born



  42. Mary Lea Kieffer on June 21, 2019 at 8:30 am

    Katy, my heart goes out to you and your family! You all are in my thoughts and prayers!

    Mary Lea Kieffer



  43. Jo Nell Waybright on June 21, 2019 at 8:59 am

    Jo Nell Waybright
    Katy’, Gary, & Family,
    I am so sorry for Nancy’s passing. We enjoyed many visits at school & on dance trips with our girls. Nancy & Gary were very much missed in Liberal when they moved. Comfort to you all.



  44. Barry and Nita Graham on June 21, 2019 at 9:58 am

    Joel, Wendy and Rayliegh, our deepest sympathy. May God bless you and heal your hearts. Barry and Nita Graham



  45. Mark and Doris Davis on June 21, 2019 at 11:48 am

    We are so sorry to here about Nancy. She was a great friend. As well as an outstanding teacher. She cated about her kids. Alway willing to help other teachets. Gary and family our love and prayers are with you now and always.



  46. Jeanie Thompson on June 21, 2019 at 12:37 pm

    So sorry Scott and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all.



  47. Greg and Alicia Bird on June 21, 2019 at 4:25 pm

    Greg and I are Just broken-hearted about the passing of Nancy . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all right now . So sorry we cannot attend the services we will be closing on our new home in Rose Hill , Kansas . We have many wonderful memories with you guys . ????Greg and Alicia Bird



  48. Lisa O’Hara on June 21, 2019 at 4:42 pm

    Katy,

    You, your Dad, & brothers are in my thoughts & prayers. Losing a parent is so hard. She will no longer be with you in the physical sense but her spirit will remain in the memories you share with Jack & Jessa about their grandma. Hoping you find comfort & peace knowing this.

    Sincerely,

    Lisa O’Hara



  49. Rose Hiuse on June 21, 2019 at 5:48 pm

    Gary, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved wife. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.



  50. Keith and Janette Bryant on June 21, 2019 at 7:02 pm

    We are truly sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of working with Nancy in Liberal, and she always made us smile. May God wrap His loving arms around you all and comfort you during this difficult time.



  51. Suzanne Nelson Smith on June 21, 2019 at 11:58 pm

    Oh my, I was shocked when I read of Dear Nancy’s passing. I’ll always remember her kindness first! Her wisdom when working with children was inspiring.
    Please accept my condolences for your loss. Nancy leaves a legacy of love for children…



  52. Ernie and Joyce Shaw on June 22, 2019 at 6:47 am

    Gary and family. So sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. You are in our prayers.



  53. Evelyn and Hank Cotton on June 22, 2019 at 8:28 am

    We are so sorry for your loss.



  54. Indira Arredondo on June 22, 2019 at 11:53 am

    Indira Arredondo:
    I am so very sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of working with Nancy at McKinley Elementary in Liberal. My thoughts & prayers are with you.



  55. Kirsten & Perry Chance on June 22, 2019 at 1:13 pm

    Gary, Joel, Ryan & Katy,
    Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your families. Nancy has been an endearing friend to our family. We are forever touched by her kindness, wisdom, love, thoughtfulness and friendship. Her special way of making learning and life fun is inspiring and appreciated by us. We always looked forward to and enjoyed her company. We know how much she loved her family, dogs and teaching. She will be missed so much.
    Our prayers and love,
    Kirsten, Perry & Brett



  56. PAMELA HARVEY on June 22, 2019 at 1:34 pm

    My heart sank when I heard the news of Nancy’s passing. So very sorry for your loss. She and I taught Kdg. together at Southlawn in Liberal. No one could make me laugh like her. She shared her wealth of knowledge and was an inspiration to me. You will be continually in my prayers.



  57. Carolyn Kaup on June 22, 2019 at 2:45 pm

    Such a shock! What a dear friend Nancy was. I started working with her when she began her career here in Liberal as her preschool bus driver. She made my job fun and an awesome adventure. I loved her dearly. GARY, JOEL, RYAN AND KATY you all have my sincere sympathy. She will be missed by all who knew her. God bless you all.



  58. Roberta Hardy on June 22, 2019 at 9:06 pm

    Dear Gary and Kids,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort—keep remembering how proud she was of all you accomplished.



  59. Lynn Leonard on June 23, 2019 at 10:13 am

    Katy I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lynn



  60. Kerry and Juneil McQueen on June 23, 2019 at 1:53 pm

    Dear Gary and Family: We were so sorry to hear of Nancy’s death; please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you! Liberal was blessed to have your family as a part of our community during your years here; your involvements in education, the city and its projects, and in the church, were all significant and appreciated. We’re thinking of you, and God bless!



  61. Debbie flint on June 23, 2019 at 10:22 pm

    Gary and family, so sorry to hear about Nancy passing. I have missed seeing her monthly this last year and will continue missing her kind ,sweet ,caring smile. She talked a lot about family she was so proud and loved her kids and grandkids and husband so much. My prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow



  62. Tom and Debbie Sack on June 30, 2019 at 11:54 am

    Gary, we are so sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. Our prayers are lifted up for you and the family. We so enjoyed seeing you and Nancy at the Lied Center from time to time. Our hearts go out to you!



  63. Ron and Ellen Newlin on August 30, 2019 at 7:31 am

    We just saw yesterday Nancy’s passing. We are so, so sorry for your loss. She was such a good, caring person. Your whole family made our time in Liberal so much better.



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