The Rev. Russel (Russ) James Scott ,55, pastor at Memorial Baptist Church in Livingston, was called home to be with his savior from his home on Saturday January 10th surrounded by his loving family. Russ was a man of Christ who lived his days to love and provide for his family, 

Russ was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Donald and Shirley Scott on June 9th, 1970. as one of three children. He lived for several years in Florida before making Tennessee his home where he and his beloved wife, Elizabeth Woltjer (Betsy) Scott decided to raise their kids. He is survived by his parents, his wife, their four boys- Isaac (Brianna), William. Luke (Audrey). and Eli Scott. He is also survived by his brother Seth (Kim) Scott and a sister Sheila (Scott) Geist. Isaac and Brianna are also expecting the arrival of the first grandson. Waylon Russel James Scott who is scheduled to make his appearance to the world in February, Russ is also survived by numerous other relatives and his church family.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday January 17th at 2 PM from the First Baptist Church (308 E. Main St) in Livingston TN. Burial will follow in the Overton Memorial Gardens also in Livingston. The family will welcome friends and relatives to share their experiences of Russ on Friday from 4-8 PM at the First Baptist Church and on Saturday from noon until time for the service. Brother Jeff Amonett will officiate the service. Honored to be pallbearers are  Isaac Scott, William Scott, Luke Scott, Eli Scott, Seth Scott, Michael Woltjer, Jeff Woltjer, Scott Geist, and Steve Ressler.

Russ was a contactor by trade but called to the ministry by his Lord. Russ loved his family dearly and spent a life showing the value of a life lived for Christ to anyone he came in contact with. He took to heart the Great Commission to go and tell people about the life change that can happen when one follows Jesus Christ. Russ lived a faithful life of service to God, his family, and his church family. As a contactor, Russ had an eye for detail, an analytical mind that was curious to a fault, and a work ethic that allowed his faith in Jesus to shine through. Russ was man who believed in prayer but thought that many times prayers could use hands and feet to physically touch someone in need., Russ will be missed by his family and friends, but they are comforted knowing that when Russ stood in front of Jesus, Jesus said :"Well done, my good and faithful servant".