Brinkley "Bill" Dean Scott departed his earthly life on Sunday afternoon, August 17, 2025, while at home in Teachey, NC.  Born on April 3, 1945, he is the son of the late Brinkley Cohen and Magnolia Dempsey Scott.  Also preceding him in death are siblings—Marilyn Roberts, Donald Scott, and Jim Scott.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife—Malinda Marie Keithley Scott; son—Tim Scott and wife Lori of Middleburg (FL); stepdaughter—Melissa Anding and husband Rome of Rodchester (MN); grandchildren—Brandon Scott and wife Christy of Middleburg (FL), Nathan Keithley of Rodchester (MN), Anthony Anding of Rodchester (MN), Daciavonn Anding of Rodchester (MN); great grandchildren—Beckett Scott of Middleburg (FL) and Julian Keithley of Miami (FL).

Bill was born in eastern North Carolina in the town of Columbia.  In the service of his country, he spent three years in the US Army as a paratrooper and rifleman.  A great part of his career involved work as a lineman with a cable provider.  Early in life, he developed a passion for antique automobiles and enjoyed working on all cars.  In this delight he learned how to rebuild auto engines and restore cars as well.  He also cherished a day of fishing or a day of golfing with his friends.  With a great love of animals, he made sure that he had his dog Jake with him when not at work.  His family was the most important thing on earth to him and his love for them was endless.

The family will greet friends at a visitation which is set for 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2025 in the chapel of Padgett Funeral Home of Wallace, NC, with military honors.  Padgett Funeral Home is proudly serving the Scott family.