Dorothy F. Scott 

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Dorothy F. Scott, 93, passed away on September 12, 2024, at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

The family wishes to thank the nursing staff and doctors for their caring attention during Dot’s time in the hospital.

Born December 2, 1930, in Queens, NY and raised in Argyle, NY; she was the daughter of the late Edward and Dorothy Royal Nelson. Dot was the salutatorian of Argyle Central School Class of 1948. She enjoyed each class reunion since having attended her last one just weeks ago.

Dot was a member of the United Methodist Church and worked many years as a secretary- first for an insurance company and then part-time at the First Methodist Church in Saratoga Springs. Later, she worked as the receptionist for the Southern Adirondack Library System and a clerk at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, until she retired at the age of 75.

Dot spent many years volunteering at Saratoga Hospital Guild, ushering at SPAC, and teaching Sunday school. She was also a member of the Red Hats society.

Dorothy is survived by her son Mark (Lynne) Scott; daughter Cathy (Bob) Baldwin; four grandchildren Melanie, Zachary (Kassia), Erin (Derrick), and Laura (Matt); eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; one sister-in-law Barbara Scott; and many friends.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by sisters Naomi and Carolyn, and a brother Edward. 

Dot enjoyed traveling with friends to the Netherlands, Switzerland, Hawaii, Alaska, Newfoundland, and her final wish was to go to Nantucket.

In lieu of flowers, we suggest friends and family donate to their favorite charity.

Relatives and friends may call from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., October 5, at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, followed by a funeral home service officiated by family member and retired Methodist Minister, Patricia Bush.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com