Donald Stephenson Scott

Donald Stephenson Scott was born March 19th, 1934 in Cambridge, Massachusetts to Alexander Fenton Scott of New Brunswick, Canada, and Bertha Trevaline Stephenson of The Bronx, New York. He passed away on Thursday, August 8th, 2024.

He is predeceased by his parents Bertha and Alexander and his brothers, William and Alfred Murphy as well as his daughter Tracey S. Scott.

He is survived by his daughter Kimberly B Scott-Morgan and husband Mark, his former wife June E. Scott, his niece Barbara Cummings, and his nephews Mark Murphy and wife Wendy, Donald Murphy and wife Leanne, Stephen Murphy and Kevin Murphy. Also, special family members Patricia Marciano Breen and Kyle Marciano.

Donald was the kind of person that people gravitated to, with his stories of travel, his smile, and his wonderful laugh. Known for his charisma and quick wit, he was often described as a living legend who lived life to the fullest. He was extremely generous, always willing to help someone in need, and possessed the incredible ability to find the good in people. He left a lasting impact on everyone he met.

He attended Reading High School and Lawrence Academy and then enlisted in the Air Force in 1953 stationed in Denver, New York, and Germany. He served his country for 4 years. Upon his return from service, he joined the Executive Training program at Jordan Marsh in Boston. He continued to work his way up in retail, becoming a buyer, store manager, regional and executive Vice President of Filene's department stores and even ran the world-famous Boston Filenes Basement overseeing 500 employees who loved working for him.

After retiring, he spent most of his time involved in interior design and home renovation as well as gardening. He was a devoted father to his 2 daughters and enjoyed his travels around the world with them. His kind heart, loving spirit, compassion, and joy of life, will live through his family, friends, and all those that he touched.

A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, August 14th from 1 pm. to 4 pm. at J. S. Waterman Langone Chapel located at 580 Commercial Street, Boston, MA 02109.COMPLIMENTARY VALET PARKING ATTENDANTS AT THE FRONT DOOR.