In loving memory of Ronald Andrew Scott (Scotty) who sadly passed away on 15th February 2018
Born in Glasgow in Dec 1935 , brother to Jim and Lena, he joined the Merchant Navy, travelled the world meeting new and interesting people. Joined the Royal Air Force and again enjoyed seeing the world and travelling with his family. A businessman, he ran a vending machine company, was a successful chocolate maker and Public House Landlord. He campaigned for and achieved the first National Memorial to the men and women of Bomber Command with the Ledger Stone in Lincoln Cathedral in 2006. A published poet, thinker and letter writer to the press - there was always some wrong or injustice he needed to right.
A principled man and father who will be greatly missed.
Please note family flowers only - donations to RAF Benevolent Fund
Long time ago, 1959, we were friends in the RAF as officer cadets at South Cerney. I was a bit younger than Ron and he was a man of the world having been in the merchant navy. He helped me grow up. We enjoyed several good meals at the Black Tulip in Cheltenham. Wish I had kept in touch - my memory is of a decent human being.
A great character who will be missed by all.
This is a poem written by Scotty inspired, I think, from his interaction with surviving veterans and his sense of injustice at how the survivors have been treated since the end of the War.
Alastair, Tina & family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved father. Our sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love Dorothy & Bob Burns
Scotty behind the bar at the Lord Nelson Pub - he loved this job and his customers.
Scotty - President of the Licensed Victualers Association
Scotty - President of the Licensed Victualers Association
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