Family and Friends Family and Friends
By Edgar Albert Guest
When you’re up against a trouble,
Meet it squarely, face to face;
Lift your chin and set your shoulders,
Plant your feet and take a brace.
When it’s vain to try to dodge it,
Do the best that you can do;
You may fail, but you may conquer,
See it through!
Black may be the clouds about you
And your future may seem grim,
But don’t let your nerve desert you;
Keep yourself in fighting trim.
If the worst is bound to happen,
Spite of all that you can do,
Running from it will not save you,
See it through!
Even hope may seem but futile,
When with troubles you’re beset,
But remember you are facing
Just what other men have met.
You may fail, but fall still fighting;
Don’t give up, whate’er you do;
Eyes front, head high to the finish.
See it through!
…from your loving children and grandchildren
The Scott Family would like to thank each of you for the many prayers and
loving acts of kindness rendered during the illness and passing of our loved one.
May God bless each of you with His grace and mercy.
Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home
2930 Colonial Drive
Columbia, South Carolina 29203
Willie A. Tompkins, Founder
(803) 254-2000
bosticktompkinsinc.com
For I am ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth
there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall
give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
II Timothy 4: 6-8 (KJV)
Mr. Elijah Scott was born April 10, 1938 in Wedgefield, South Carolina. He
was the beloved son of the late David Scott, Sr. and Flossie Oliver Scott of
Sumter, South Carolina. Elijah departed this earthly life on Thursday,
September 14, 2017 at the WJB Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia. He
was also predeceased by his three brothers: David Jr., Thomas and Joseph
Scott, and two sisters, Louise Scott Anderson and Juanita Scott.
Elijah, or “Come-See” as he was affectionately known, attended Lincoln
High School, and, shortly thereafter, enlisted in the United States Army. He
served two tours in Vietnam, first with The 1st Infantry Division (Big Red 1)
and then with the 101st Airborne Division (Screaming Eagles). On
November 1, 1975, he retired honorably as a Staff Sergeant, after serving
his country for more than 20 years.
After his military service, he pursued a career with the South Carolina
Department of Corrections as an Adult Corrections Officer at the Kirkland
and Manning facilities. He went to work for the U.S. Postal Service as a mail
handler, retiring in April 2001.
Elijah loved reading and his music, especially R&B and jazz! He was always
taking little road trips with his family, even if it was just for the day. Quality
time meant more to him than anything. He was truly a man who loved his
family.
Mr. Elijah Scott leaves to cherish his precious memories his wife, Malvinia
Washington Scott; five children: Edward (Mary) Scott, Jacqueline M. Scott,
Dionne (Orlanda Jr.) Scott Lennon, Michael Scott, and Elijah J. Scott; five
grandchildren: Gary D. Scott, Whitney M. Scott, Ormon D. Lennon, Elijah M.
Scott and Londyn J. Scott; and a great-granddaughter, Malaysia E. Scott. He
also leaves two brothers, Isaac (Alfreda) Scott and Samuel Scott, and a host
of nieces, nephews, other loving family and friends, all of whom will miss
him dearly.
I’m at rest now, so don’t cry;
It’ll get easier as time goes by.
I’ve done my best to live a good life,
For I knew, if I did, I would be with
God and have no more strife.
As my body lies there, it’s only a shell.
God has called me home, and my job I’ve done well.
Now I’m happy and very content,
For the things I’ve done wrong, I repent.
As I see your faces, that makes me sad,
But I have made it, and for that I am glad!
You know and I know that it’s hard on earth —
So you shouldn’t cry at death, but a birth.
I have no worries, pain or fears,
Because I’m with God, so dry your tears,
I love you all, and this is what I want you to do:
Put God first in your life,
And I’ll be seeing you.
Prelude
Processional ........................................................................................ Clergy and Family
Final Farewell to Our Beloved Elijah ............................. Bostick-Tompkins Staff
Hymn of Praise ............................................................. Reverend Michael McDonald
Scripture Readings
Old Testament ..................................................... Deacon Orlanda Lennon, Jr.
New Testament .......................................................................Ormon D. Lennon
Prayer of Comfort ............................................................ Reverend Richard Hooker
Solo ............................................................................................................ Roosevelt Reese
Remarks (two minutes please) ............................................................... Reverend Hayes
George White
James Portee
Albert Griffen
Special Presentation .......................................................... Chaplain Melvin Stewart VFW, Post #4262
Solo ................................................................................... Reverend Michael McDonald
Words of Comfort ....................................................... Reverend Michael McDonald
Recessional
Committal, Closing Prayer, Benediction & Interment
4170 Percival Road • Columbia, South Carolina
Immediately following the interment, please join the family for a repast at the
VFW Post #4262, 5821 N. Main Street, Columbia, SC.