Obituary of Burgy Scott

Burgy A. Scott, 85, passed away peacefully at home on January 8. Burgy was born in Wellsville and was the son of late Winfred and Isabelle Scott. Burgy was the eldest of three children. He graduated from Lyndonville High School, class of 1947. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, GraceAnne (Giblin) Scott; sister, Queen Nellist. Also by his 3 children, daughter; Jan and husband Bill Sellers, son; Rick and wife Sue Scott and son; Robert and wife Christina Scott. Survived by his grandchildren; Jeremy (Jennifer) Scott, Jamie (Joshua) Weaver, Zachary Abrams, Emily Scott, Nicholas Scott, William Sellers, Adam Scott and Aubrey Scott, many nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by brother, Gordon Scott and daughter, Luanne Scott. Burgy joined the Navy following graduation in 1947, where he served in communications. He was stationed on three different ships. During his tour of duty, Burgy crossed the Arctic Circle on June 17, 1951. He was last on board the U.S.S. LST 983 in Norfolk, VA upon honorary discharge. Burgy moved to Rochester, NY where he began his lifetime career at Gleason Works for 37 years. He served in the position of “Spiral Cutter Set Manufacturer” until his retirement. Friends may call on Wednesday, January 14, from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at Fuller Funeral Home, 190 Buffalo Street, Canandaigua. A life celebration service is planned for Thursday, January 15, 3pm at East Bloomfield United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to East Bloomfield United Methodist Church, 2 Park Place, Bloomfield, NY 14469.