With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Robert Junior Scott, 78, of Lake City, SC, who passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at McLeod Hospice House, Florence, SC.

Life Reflections

Robert Junior Scott was born on November 9, 1945, in Lake City, South Carolina, to Louise Guess and Richard Carol Scott.

Robert received his primary and secondary education in the Florence County School system; he graduated from Carver High School with the Class of 1965.

Robert worked various jobs until he moved to Brooklyn, NY. He joined the Army while in New York and served his country. After leaving the military, he returned to Lake City, where he lived and worked as an entrepreneur.

Robert was gifted and talented with several sports.  He enjoyed all sports, and played baseball for the Lake City Rattlers for many years. He was also coach for the Lake City Recreational Department and Williamsburg County Softball League. His legendary team, the McNair Maulers, which he named after Dr. Ronald McNair, won numerous tournaments and championships throughout the years. Robert was known for his relentless coaching style and was adored for his mentorship of young upcoming players.

Robert was preceded death by his parents, Louise Guess and Richard Carol Scott; one brother, Carroll "Tugar" Myers; one sister, Annette Wardy; one son, Robert Scott, Jr. and one granddaughter, Denajae McKnight.

Robert's memories will be cherished by: his children,  Shanita Scott of Florence, SC, Saikie Scott of Brooklyn, NY, Bridget Brockington of North Carolina, Justin Singletary of Lake City, SC and Ariel Smalls of Olanta, SC; Robert will be missed by seven sisters, Florence Scott, Clemenstine Rainey, Janice Scott, Loretta Brown all of Florence, SC, Alice Scott-Rouse of Columbia, SC, Rachael Singletary and Forestine Scott of Lake City, SC; Robert leaves three brothers, Richard Alvin Scott of Menifee, CA, Johnny (Toni) Scott of Hickory, NC and Eric Guess of Lake City, SC; Robert also leaves grandchildren and great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews,  great nieces, great nephews, cousins and friends.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Lake City, SC. 843-354-2292.