Colleen E. Scott

In the early hours of Sunday morning, God visited the Osler Unit at Johns Hopkins Hospital and had a talk with Colleen. He said, "My daughter you have run your race, and your work is done." Colleen left us on Sunday, December 5, 2004, as God extended His loving arms to her and embraced her with His peace. She answered God's call with, "I'm Free, Praise the Lord, No Longer Bound, No More Chains Holding Me. It's a Blessing and My Soul is Resting, Praise the Lord, Hallelujah, I'm Free." Sixty-five years ago on March 6, 1939, in Baltimore Maryland, God bestowed upon Marguerite and Melvin James His most precious gift - the birth of their only child Colleen Elaine. Colleen was educated in the Baltimore City Public Schools, graduating from Dunbar in 1957. She had a jest for knowledge and continued her education at Baltimore City Community and the College of Notre Dame. 1958 she was united in Holy Matrimony to Roger William Scott (who preceded her in death). From this union two sons, Gerard William and Todd Terrence were born. For more than thirty years she worked in numerous Baltimore City public schools, and retired from Baltimore City College after more than twenty years of dedicated and faithful service. Retirement for Colleen was just a "buzz" word. She got busier than ever and started bus trips "up the road"; she was a volunteer at Our Daily Bread; she was nominated "Mother of the Year" by Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity; and she danced all over Baltimore City and surrounding counties with the Oliver Senior Citizens Dancers, the Walter P. Carter Dancers, and was currently a member of the Charm City Dancers. She adored her sons and eagerly supported all of their endeavors. She was always baking for their schools, supporting their academic and extra-curricular activities. Colleen was known as Mom to all of their friends and others throughout the neighborhood. She was a proud grandmother who enjoyed spoiling Blair and Evan. Colleen was a wonderful daughter who was most attentive to her parents. Their well being and happiness were very important to her. She and her mother were inseparable "road buddies." Colleen, affectionately known as "Cal" or "Scott" always greeted family and friends with her beautiful smile. She was known to light up a room when she entered with her radiant smile and positive spirit. She never complained about her challenges. Instead, she strived to be an inspiration to others. She was a very warm and humble person who always extended a helping hand. Although Colleen was an only child, she was the "rock" and big sister to all of her cousins. They all respected her, sought her advice and were blessed to be the recipients of her unending kindness. Colleen lived her faith. She was a dedicated member of St. Matthews Catholic Church for more than ten years. Until her health failed, she joyfully attended Mass and looked forward to extending the sign of peace to fellow parishioners. She served as a member of the Sodality of the Blessed Mother. Colleen leaves to cherish her memory: two loving sons, Gerard and Todd; her parents, Melvin and Marguerite (girlfriend and best friend); granddaughter, Blair; grandson, Evan; a devoted friend, Cleo Ivey; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

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Colleen E. Scott

March 6, 1939 - December 5, 2004