Worcester - Earl R. Scott, 82, of 20 Mott St. formerly of Westboro died Tuesday April 9 at home after an illness.
His wife Theresa Y. (Houle) Scott died in October 2001. He leaves a son James R. Scott of Worcester with whom he lived; two daughters Joane Jijon of Worcester and Linda Whitman of Palmyra, ME; two brothers David Scott of TX and Robert Scott of Worcester; two sisters Ruby Cox of TN and Helen Meyers of VA; 15 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and several nephews and nieces. Mr. Scott is predeceased by many siblings. He was born in Oxford, MA son of George and Flora (Chapman) Scott.
Mr. Scott is a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Navy.
He worked for Westboro State Hospital for many years in the Physical Plant Department. He previously worked for the former Rice Barton Co. for 28 years.
Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Pibe Grove Cemetery; Westboro. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice 120 Thomas St. Worcester, MA 01608. Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home (www.royfuneral.com) 12 Hammond St. is directing arrangements.