He was predeceased by his parents, Elizabeth & Clifford Argue. He is survived by his siblings, Robert (Irene), Phil (Dana), Neil (Sheila), & Jocelyn (James); his children Charlene (Derek) & Lane (Camille); and his grandchildren, Lennox & Griffin.
Scott was born in Indian Head, Saskatchewan in 1955. He grew up helping his family with their cattle farm and gardens, east of Grenfell. As a kid he raised ponies on the side for a few extra bucks. He began trick roping at the age of 12, after seeing Roy Rogers roping on T.V. His mother ordered him a rope from a farm catalogue and he taught himself from books and diagrams. He became an incredibly skilled trick roper; one of the few left in Canada and the only one in all of Saskatchewan. At 19, he left to Nebraska to train under famous trick roper Montie Montana Jr., and then went to California to train with Montie Sr. as well. Scott was invited to join Montie Jr.’s Wild West Show, performing as far as Japan, Singapore, and Kuwait. He even roped before Prince Charles and Lady Diana. Scott then returned to the family farm where he lived out the rest of his days, raising his two children and countless horses, ponies, dogs, and cats. He roped as a double in a western film and performed at rodeos all over Canada and the USA. Scott also went to Texas to learn from famous roper and Cowboy Hall of Famer, J.W. Stoker, who became one of his closest lifelong friends, and who he visited as often as possible.
Scott was a dedicated friend and neighbour, lending a hand any chance he could and taking the time to chat or joke around with anyone who would listen. He touched the lives of many. Scott had a special connection with animals, training horses and dogs, and even teaching cats to do tricks. He went south to learn directly from famous horse trainer, Buck Brannaman. Scott was a true Renaissance man, possessing a wide range of knowledge and different skills. He loved plenty of things; cowboyin’, trick roping, horses, dogs, cats, country music, rock’n’roll, guitar, gardening, western art, comedies, and beer, but most of all, Scott loved his children. A committed single father, Scott raised his kids to value the most important things in life. He filled their lives with fun experiences, constant laughs, and immeasurable love. He was a proud grandfather and was excited for his future with his grandsons.
Scott worked for the Saskatchewan Department of Highways, selflessly serving for 39 years, before retiring only a couple of months prior to his death. Not one to sit still, Scott had big plans for his retirement. Many are deeply saddened that he did not get to relax or fulfill his dreams for the remainder of his life, but we hope that he is finally resting easy in paradise. He will be greatly missed.
The celebration of Scott's life took place on Friday, October 9th, at 4 p.m. Central Standard Time on Scott's farm outside of Grenfell, Saskatchewan. The link to the livestream:
https://live.prairiewave.ca/scott-argue
Thank you so much for your love and support in this difficult time, and for being people that our dad valued in his life.
Love to you all,
Lane & Charlene
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