on January 29th, 2026, in the loving hands of his family. Scott was
born in Gastonia NC on September 7th, 1973. Scott graduated
from Ashbrook High School and received his Bachelor’s in
Business from Belmont Abbey College. Scott was a faithful
member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and
had a passion for serving others. When Scott wasn’t spending
time with his family and friends, you could find him in the river
fishing, taking his kids to a baseball game, or watching sports on
TV. He was survived by his four children Shelbi, Preston, Alexis,
and Savannah Whitley as well as his sister Wendy and mother
Paula Whitley. Funeral arrangements will be held at 2:00pm,
February 4th, 2026, at Gaston Memorial Park.