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Patty Sue Scott, a loving wife, devoted mother and proud grandmother, died peacefully in her home on Sunday, January 30, 2000, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Patty, a resident of Albuquerque for 17 years, was born and raised in Dearborn, MI and graduated from Michigan State University. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, David W. Scott; daughters, Cristy Nowak and husband, Philip of Bremerton, WA and Sandra Scott of Austin, TX; son, Kenneth Scott of Key West, FL; grandchildren, Sam, Elizabeth and Andrew Nowak, all of Bremerton, WA; sisters, Sandra Butler and husband, William of Albuquerque, Sheryl Whiteford and husband, Fred of Wildwood, MO; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Forrest and Vilroe McGuigan. Patty was an Air Force wife who put her family first and foremost by providing a comfortable, loving home and nurturing care while meeting the challenge of 16 moves in 21 years. She held numerous positions in Officer's Wives Clubs and other volunteer organizations in addition to being a supportive wife during her husband's military and civilian career. When the children left home, she began a working career and following her mother's death, dedicated her life to the aging issues through various professional and volunteer organizations. Patty completed many Master level courses on aging at UNM and earned a Nursing Home Administration license. She was dedicated to her work as Director of Resident Services at The Montebello on Academy and as the President of the Alzheimer's Association, NM Chapter. She will be greatly missed by family, friends, and those whose lives the touched. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Thursday, February 3, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo Del Norte NE, with Rev. Allen W. McCallum and Chaplain Lemuel Boyles, Col (Ret), USAF officiating. Private interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Patty desired memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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