Richard Arthur “Rick” Scott
February 13, 1958 - September 2, 2025
Richard Arthur “Rick” Scott, age 67, of Newark, DE, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Born in Wilmington, DE on February 13, 1958, he was a son of the late John A. and Mary (Russo) Scott, Sr. Rick graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in Wilmington, DE, in 1976. He continued his education at the University of Delaware, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Rick had a long and successful career as a field service medical imaging engineer before retiring.
Ricked loved cars, especially his prized 1970 Mustang Fastback. He also enjoyed building radio-controlled airplanes. Several years ago, Rick became very active with the pickleball group at Bible Fellowship Church of Newark, where he gained new friends and found spiritual comfort. He also liked to be a part of his community and volunteered with the Adopt a Family organization, the Delaware R/C club and his daughters’ Girl Scout troop.
Rick was proud of his Italian and Scottish heritage, and would often celebrate that by cooking his mother’s recipes and sharing them with his grandchildren. Rick and Melissa took a trip of a lifetime to Scotland back in 2019. Most recently, in June 2025, they visited Yellowstone National Park, which was something they had always wanted to do. Above anything else, Rick was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
Rick was preceded in death by his parents, John A. and Mary (Russo) Scott, Sr. and his son-in-law, Mark Strickland (USMC). He is survived by his cherished wife of 44 years, Melissa Scott; he will be dearly missed by his daughters, Andrea Scott (James Whitehouse) and Jacqueline Custodio (Michael); grandchildren; Lake Evans, Jaxson and Aiden Whitehouse, Lilita Custodio and by love, Collin Oliver and Ayannah Darring-Short; brothers, John (Julie), Danny, and Tom (Lisa); sisters-in-law, Melinda Robino (Steve) and Dara Bodofsky (Scott); brother-in-law, Kent Eagle (Lori); and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 11 am. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rick’s memory to the Bible Fellowship Church of Newark, 808 Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, DE 19702 or online by clicking here or to a charity of your choice.
Linda Leeds Rust
Melissa and family …
Thinking of you with love and prayers.
Linda Leeds Rust
Diane Bale
Dear Melissa and family.
Greg, Marisa and I are so sorry for your loss. Rick was such a kind and wonderful man. He will be truly missed.
Gayle Scott
I always remember our family time together when we were young and the summer week I spent at your home. Every time I saw your Facebook pictures I always remarked you looked like Grandpa or my father. You will be missed by all
Marlene Siringo
Sending Prayers and love to Melissa and family. Rick was a wonderful man with a big heart. Always eager to help his neighbors. Will be missed
Brad Lane
Rick, R I P -(Rest In Pickleball’’)!! 😇🙏🏽
Connie Scott Deren
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish we could have gotten together in recent years. I will always remember our times, when kids, in Ocean Grove. You will be missed.
Rebecca And Ed Bullock
Melissa and family …
We are sorry for your loss. Bless you and your family.
Michelle Marusa
Dear Melissa and Family,
Sending sympathy and prayers at this difficult time. Stay strong Melissa. Rick lives on in your heart forever.
Michelle
Igor K
RIP Rick ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for all the conversations we had, and for you being a good neighbor and a great person!
Prayers to the family 🙏🙏🙏
Jackie Jones
Melissa, So sorry for your loss. So enjoyed spending time with both of you at the crab feast. Prayers and condolences.
Jackie and Fran
Sharon and Bill Bathon
Melissa, sending you love and our prayers. Rick’s memory will live on through the lives he touched.
Love, Sharon and Bill Bathon
Patti and Ted Haas
Melissa and family,
Condolences and prayers to you all. So very sad to learn of Rick’s passing. He was a very special person and will be missed. Enjoyed the times we four spent together. Hugs and love.
Kathy Wisowaty
Melissa and Family, We here at Kathy’s Crab House are So Sorry to hear of your loss. We Love You and know that we are here if we can help in any way. We are All heartbroken with this news, but know he will always be looking out for you. Praying for You and Your Family. God Bless You. Kathy & Crew
Rebecca Panichelli I
Melissa & Family
We were shocked and saddened by the news of Rick’s passage. So happy you had so many wonderful years together. Sending love & prayers to you and the girls
Becky Panichelli
Joyce Fangman
Sending my deepest love for your family. Rick and I went to the parallel program together. He was truly an amazing person, and a really great friend. He will be missed terribly! We are far, far, away and sadly cannot attend the funeral. But I’ll be thinking of you!! May you find comfort from your family and friends!!
Deborah Casey
You’ve been taken from us far too soon. Your subtle suggestions on how to finally get my serves in the right place on a fairly consistent basis are so greatly appreciated. You were the first person I played against and I can’t thank you enough for your patience. You will be missed, but always with us in spirit on the courts! Rest in peace, My Friend.
Richard Rizza
Fair skies and gentle breezes, my friend. From one Rick to another.
Joseph Bucknam
I send my condolences to you Melissa and the rest of the family. From me and my family.
Praying for you and everyone.
Joseph A Bucknam (JB)