Scott Ray Yarborough
May 2, 1963 ~ May 16, 2005
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Scott Ray Yarborough, 42, of 621 N. Luther Road, Candler, died unexpectedly Monday, May 16, 2005, of injuries sustained in a vehicle accident.
Mr. Yarborough was born in Buncombe County and was a son of the late Bobby H. Yarborough. He played Little League football and wrestled for Enka High School, winning several trophies under Coach Jim Whitmire, his coach and friend. After graduation from Enka High School in 1981 he traveled west to Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Oklahoma and Alaska working for various major oil companies. More recently he was the owner and operator of Yarborough Tree Services.
He was an avid hunter and his happiest times were those spent with his son Scotty in tree stands.
Surviving are his son, the love of his life, Scott Ray Yarborough, Jr. of Candler; his mother and step-father Barbara Miller Gosnell and Larry Gosnell; his special partner Karla Rice; his sister, Cindy Fuller and her husband David of Knoxville, TN; three brothers, Larry Yarborough and his wife Melanie of Dallas, NC, Darren Yarborough of Candler and Steven Yarborough of Asheville, and a number of nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral Home with the Rev. Wesley Austin officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Steven Yarborough, Kevin Childers, Philip Lowry, David Wise, Stanley McElrath, and Jeff Erwin. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Whitmire, Earl Wise, Darren Yarborough and Larry Yarborough.
His family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
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Sorry to hear about your loss-my prayer go out to you and your family
I went to school with Scott.I haven’t seen him but a few times since, he was a great guy. My deepest condolences goes out to his family.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I graduated with Scott and have fond memories of his sense of humor, a smile always on his face and his ability to make everyone around him feel accepted. May God keep you in his arms. I will be praying for your family.
Scott will be missed so very much. I have’nt seen scott for around 15 years or longer but we ran around together with Robert Taylor when we were really young. ( 12 to 16) Scott was the one crush in my life that I never told anyone including him about. He will always be my hero and one of my childhood friends. My prayers are with his family, in Loving Memory, Angie, Brandon, Justin and Jacob Lowery
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,SCOTT WAS A GREAT GUY
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.We have known Scott for a long time and he will be greatly missed.
I wanted to send a note to Scott Jr…The last time I saw your Dad we had a conversation about my children and you. I wanted to share how proud he was of you and that he spoke so lovingly about you. He was very proud of how well you have done growing up and it was obvious to me that your Dad truly loved you. I pray that God will give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
My sincerest condolences,
Denise Willis
Steve, Darren & family: Wanted you to know we are thinking about you and are so sorry for your loss. Barbara Lance and family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. Scott will be sadly missed.
Barbara and Steve, my thoughtsand prayers are with you atthis time.
A great man of the mountains. He will be missed by many.
From the entire crew. So long to a great guy.
We will miss you. You were a very good friend.
I also like so many others went to school with scott,he was a great guy,and who always said Hi when he saw you. My sympathy goes out to the entire family,we will keep all of you in our prayers at this dificult time,may God Bless all of you.
Eventhough I graduated with Steve Scott was a legend, Great Wrestler And all around nice guy. You will be sorely missed.Rest well in Gods Arms.
I will always have special memories of Scott. He was a special friend and a wonderful father. Even though I never met Scotty Jr. we had many conversations about how much he loved his son. My prayers are with you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
I graduated with Scott unfortunately
our path never crossed again. I’m sorry for your loss.My prayers are with you all.
I graduated with Scott unfortunately
our path never crossed again. I’m sorry for your loss.My prayers are with you all.
I graduated with Scott. Unfortunately our paths never crossed again. Sorry for loss. My prayers are with you all.
I would like to send my condolences to the family! I have known Scotty for a few years, and every time he came into Dollar General, when I worked there he would always offer a hello and a smile.
My husbands brother new Scotty for many years more than I did, and he always said that he really cared about Scott, and he tried to work hard for him when he would work with Scotty.
May God be with you during your time of loss.
SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF SCOTT,,HE WENT TO SCHOOL WITH MY SON JUSTIN TONY ,,WHEN WE WATCH KIDS GROW UP ,AND THEN LOOSE THEM IN THE PRIME OF LIFE IT IS HARD,,WE JUST HAVE TO PUT OUR FAITH IN GOD..SCOTT JR..PLEASE CHERISH THE MEMORIES THEY ARE FOREVER..HE LOVED YOU VERY MUCH….HE IS IS A MUCH BETTER PLACE THAN EACH OF US..GODS ETERNAL RESTING PLACE…JEAN
Barbara, Patty (Davis) and I also Dick Davis want send to you our prayers for your loss. Love, Patty,Ken And Dick
Sorry to hear of your loss. I remember visiting a lot when we were younger, sad that we lost touch.
Dear Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Scott. Scott befriended me as a freshman in Enka highschool and I have many fond and fun memories of the times we spent together. He was deeply committed to whatever he did. I saw this commitment manifested in his love of sports, his many friends, and his work. I know his son will also have these characteristics and qualities to carry on. Scott will be greatly missed and I’m so glad I got the opportunity to know and love him.
Scott was a good friend-always ready to lend a hand or solve a problem. Many times he helped my family with a problem, always with a smile. We will miss him.
Steve Hill
We would like to say scott was someone who was a great person both me and my husband went to school with him.And we saw him about in candler alot and there was all was a smile on his face.God be with his family and let his son know his dad was the best.
I wish to thank everyone for the support and outpouring of love our family has received in the last few days. Although our hearts are broken, we cherish the thoughts and stories of our beloved son, brother, and dad from all the people he touched. We hope you keep us in your hearts and prayers.
Dear Scottie and Family I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Scott and your wonderful dad. I just found out today(4-30-06). He was a wonderful man and a dear friend, and the best dad to scottie. I have thought of him often and miss him. All my love is sent to Scottie and the family, I will always keep Scott close to my heart.God Bless You be strong Scottie and know you were the most important person in your dad’s life he loved you more than life itself, and he was proud of you.
Love Dianne
Mr. and Mrs. Gosnell,
Our hearts are broken at the loss of your son. Please know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. My parents, Pete and Mary Helen Henley are your neighbors. We just wanted you to know how much we care.
Sincerely,
Scott was a good man. I remember riding Bus #94 to Enka High School with him every day. He could tell 1000 stories.
Resto en la paz, Mi Hermano.
Scott always had a smile that would brighten my day in school. I would look forward to seeing him every morning just to get that smile! I will always have fond memories of Scott. God bless and be with your entire family. Rest in peace my friend.
Scott, Jr. – This is Ms. Crowe from your Computer Apps I class at Enka High School. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I haven’t seen him since high school but he was a great guy and an excellent wrestler. I was a matmaid which was a cheerleader for wrestlers when your Dad wrestled. I know this is an incredibly hard time for you, but I also know you have a lot of your Dad in you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and if you need anything please let me know.
Dear Family,
Steve and I were so sorry to here of the untimely tragedy that took from you your loved one. Scotty was always such a joy when he would come in at BuckTom. He was one of those people that no matter what kind of day he was having he always would try to make you feel better with a smile and an act of kindness that made you feel special. We pray that God will be with each of during these trying days ahead. That his sustaining grace and mercy will wrap you in his loving arms and give you strength. Remember that Scotty is only gone from our sight to the beauties of heaven, never from our hearts. Please if there is anything that we can do to help in any way do not hesitate to call upon us. We love you!!
Steve & Elaine Sluder
I didn’t know Scott, but Darren is my sisters boyfriend and I just wanted to offer my condolences. May God comfort you in your time of need. You all are in our thoughts and prayers… God bless
DEAR FAMILY,
EDDIE AND I CANNOT EXPRESS HOW DEEP OUR SORROW IS WITH THE LOSS OF SCOTT. HE WAS SUCH A STRONG MAN IN EVERY WAY.WE LOVED HIM.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND HELP US ALL.
SCOTT IS LIKE MY BROTHER ,THERE IS NOT A MEMORY IN MY CHILDHOOD THAT DOESN’T INVOLVE HIM IN SOME WAY,EITHER DIRECTLY OR THROUGH MY BROTHER DAVID.I WILL CHERISH THE TIME GOD SHARED HIM WITH ME AND MY FAMILY.I WILL ALWAYS SMILE WHEN I THINK OF HIM.I BELIEVE WE ALL COULD AGREE THAT HE HAD A PURPOSE IN THIS WORLD AND HIS GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT WAS SCOTTY.
May the strength of Heaven carrie you and you family through the sadness of Scott. Gods grace will keep you in comfort and his strength will be seen in friends and lovedones.Stay strong for Scotts life will continue through you.
Barbara, Steve, and Family Members,
We were distressed to read about Scott. Although Bob’s Mother was my Father’s sister there was never a close relationship. Scott was born after we moved to Charlotte in 1962 and we really did not know him.
Please know we are thinking of you and will hold you in our prayers.
Joe and Zunita
Barbara, Steve, and Family Members,
I hope in some smal way to know that others care and are thinking of you at this time. We never expect to see our children go before us. Mary
Scott was a very special person. I don’t think he ever met a stranger. He could always make you laugh and could tell a thousand stories. He will surely be missed by all who knew him.
Scott was a good person and will be missed by many. My thought’s and prayer’s are with you all.
To Barb, Cindy, Steve and Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time of your sorrow. Scott will be greatly missed by everyone.
God bless you,
Bill Looney
I DIDN’T HAVE THE CHANCE TO KNOW SCOT GROWING UP ,BUT I HAD A CHANCE TO WORK WITH HIM AND GET TO KNOW HIM THROUGH MY FAMILY.I KNOW HE WAS LOVED AND WILL BE MISSED.HE WAS A GREAT FATHER.
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SCOTT WAS A FUN LOVING, GREAT GUY AND BOTH OF US HAVE MANY MEMORIES WITH HIM WHICH WILL BE WITH US ALWAYS. WE ARE BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN SCOTT AND TO BE A PART OF HIS LIFE.
TO SCOTTY JR IF YOU NEED ANYTHING, PLEASE LET US KNOW. STEVE KNOWS HOW TO CONTACT BOTH OF US.
PLEASE KNOW OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS YOU AND BE WITH YOU ALL.
CHRIS AND TEENA (MICHALES)GANT
My memories of Scott are from high school. He could make a person laugh on their worst days. And no wrestling match was ever boring if Scott was around. He was a great guy, although he is gone far too soon.
I haven’t seen Scott since highschool. We are sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you during this time. God Bless.
We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss his humor,wit and story telling that made him who he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
I will miss you Scott. To Scott Jr., your dad was very special to me. A wonderful man that will always be missed.
we all have wonderful memories of scotty. He will be greatly missed. he never failed to have a smile for anyone that was around him. If he thought that you were sad he would always make you laugh.We will miss him. God bless you all my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless Scotty jr.
I didn’t know Scott as well as I would have liked, only seeing him at holidays or family gatherings, but he always made me feel welcome. He was a good man and will be missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Barbara & Larry,
Julian and I are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers.
We have always thought so much of you. If you need anything, please let me know.
Paula Crowder
Scott was a beautiful spirit and a wonderful friend! I will miss him!
May God’s grace surround the entire family during this difficult time.
It has been many years since I last saw Scotty, but my memories of him are all happy ones. I remember him always with a smile and kind words for anyone he met. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
I remember Scott from high school. He was friends with several of my cousins, he was always such a nice person to a lowly underclassmen. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Scott was a wonderful person. I am proud I could call him my friend. The memories I have of Scott are numerous & all filled with laughter & joy from the times at hominy valley pool when we were kids to ‘catching possum’s’ on the parkway. Always true to his word Scott promised to be a friend & he was always. To Barbara & Scotty I will be here if you need anything. You are in my prayers.
To Scotty ‘s family, We are so sorry for your loss. My whole family loved Scotty.He was a very special friend.He will be greatly missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.love the Hyatt family-Nancy , Bruce & Jason Lawing,Marvin,Sue and Joyce&Jerry Durham of South Hill VA.
I had the pleasure of growing up with Scotty and Darren, and we had so many fun times in the 70’s, especially at ‘the pool’. All my memories are so special. My prayers and thoughts will be with the family in all the days ahead, and I will never forget your precious Scotty. His presence is a loss, but his memories live on. God Bless.
I have fond high school memories of watching Scott on the wrestling team. May God be with your family at this time of extreme loss. In Christian love, Melinda Clark
To the family of Scott, you have my deepest condolances. I have fond memories of playing little league football with Scott. He was our ‘go to’ guy. If the coach needed someone to fill in a postition, he was the one to go to. I had only seen him a couple of times since graduation but he was just as steady those times as when I first came to know him. Having heard of his death it made me realize just how short life is and that every moment is precious.
I will keep all of you in my prayers during this difficult time.
It was a great pleasure to not only work with Scottie but to have gotten to know him over the years. He will be sorely missed. I wish my condolences to Scottie Jr and family on their loss. May God fill you with comfort and peace.
SCOTT WAS A GOOD GUY AND FRIEND. WILL MISS HIM.
SCOTT WAS A GOOD GUY AND FRIEND. WILL MISS HIM.
SCOTT WAS A GOOD GUY AND FRIEND.OUR PRAYER’S ARE WITH YOU.
my name is Gabriel David Yarborough and Scott was my father i never got to meet him i so wish i had the chance. Its really crazy when i seen the pic of him because this is the only pic ive ever seen and i look just like him
Scott I miss you I love you whole hardly mind sole and body my love it was my honer to be your wife I still think of you and love you trough the good and the bad we allways loved each other you would allways put your arm around me and tell me it’s all Good I miss you so much your love your wife Ruby Yarboroug!!! Yes my love my heart will ptobble allways ake for you !!!