Larry Eugene Scott, age 75, of Macclenny, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2018. He was born in Moorehead, North Carolina to the late Romain and Lola Scott. Mr. Scott was a resident of Macclenny since 2002, coming here from Baldwin, where he lived since the early 1970's. Larry enjoyed a career spanning many years as a truck driver, where he was known by his CB handle as "Singin' Poor Boy". He was a proud member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Lodge 2412 in Macclenny, VFW Post 7909 of Jacksonville and also American Legion Post 83 of Macclenny. In his free time, Larry enjoyed fishing and the outdoors, as well as singing at the Moose Lodge in Macclenny. Larry was a very family-oriented man and will be remembered for being a friend to many. He loved being around people and making them laugh. Mr. Scott was also an avid fan of the Gators, Jaguars and Atlanta Braves. He will be missed by many for his sentimental spirit and quick sense of humor. He is survived by his daughters: Tammy (Mike) Harris of Bryceville, Corrina Howle of Bryceville, and Julie Rousseau of Macclenny; his beloved dog: Peewee; his brother: William (Lu) Scott of Jacksonville; sisters: Deana (Bill) Hadden of Callahan, Brenda (Buddy) Wright of Keystone Heights, and Debbie (David) Luttrell of Jacksonville; grandchildren: Michael Harris, Shane (Aleena) Howle, Amy Howle, Jessica (Jarrod) Mize, Cody Hodges, Andrea (John) Marecki, Kayce (Earike) Dobson, and Colt Rousseau; 9 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous other family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, the mother of his children: Phyllis Scott, and wife: Dorothy "Joyce" Scott; and his sister: Sunny Nelson. Funeral Services will be held 11:00am, Friday, February 23, 2018 at Forbes Funeral Home, Macclenny with Rev. Bill Hadden officiating. His family will receive friends from 5-7:00pm, Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Forbes Funeral Home. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Forbes Funeral Home, Macclenny. 904-259-4600. Please sign the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net
Visitation
FEB
22.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EST)
Forbes Funeral Home
409 W Macclenny Ave
Macclenny, FL, 32063
Service
FEB
23.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EST)
Forbes Funeral Home
409 W Macclenny Ave
Macclenny, FL, 32063