Sammie Lee Scott, 49 of Batavia, died July 14, 2012 peacefully at home after a lengthy illness. He was born October 23, 1962 in Rochester to Sammy (Alice McKnight) Scott of Rochester. Sammie was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, he loved cooking, gardening and listening to music. He was a Chef, working locally at the Red Osier, Terry Hills, Sport of Kings and most recently at Settlers. Mr. Scott was a past member of New Bethel CME Church in Rochester. He is preceded in death by a son Scotty Johnson.
Surviving along with his parents he is survived by his beloved wife Diane M. (Johnson) Scott of Batavia; son Jeffrey Johnson of Oakfield; daughter Kelly Johnson of Oakfield; step-son John Rolle of Elba; sisters Deborah Alexander, Alicia Scott, Jequesse Scott all of Rochester, along with several nieces and nephews.
Friends are invited to attend calling hours from 11AM to 12 Noon on Friday July 20, 2012 at New Bethel CME Church 270 Scio St. Rochester, New York 14605. 12:00 Noon Funeral Services will be held on Friday July 20, 2012 at the Church.Interment will take place at St. Cecilia’s Cemetery in Oakfield.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family. For more information or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.
