Richard Arthur Scott Obituary
The memory of Richard Arthur Scott of Newark, Delaware, born in Wilmington, Delaware, who passed away on September 2, 2025 at the age of 67, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John A. and Mary Scott, Sr. (Russo); and his son-in-law Mark Strickland. He is survived by: his wife Melissa Scott; his daughters, Andrea Scott (James Whitehouse) and Jacqueline Custodio (Michael); his grandchildren, Lake Evans, Jaxson, Aiden Whitehouse, Lilita Custodio, Collin Oliver and Ayannah Darring-Short; his brothers, John (Julie), Danny and Tom (Lisa); and his siblings-in-law, Melinda Robino (Steve), Dara Bodofsky (Scott) and Kent Eagle (Lori). He is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rick's memory to the Bible Fellowship Church of Newark, 808 Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, DE 19702 or online by clicking here (https://www.bfcnewarkde.org) or to a charity of your choice.
