William Scott Stacy

II Corinthians 5:8 KJVAE

William Scott Stacy passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026. Scott was born in Charlottesville, Virginia, to his parents, Lee Sheppard and Hazel Wells Stacy, both deceased, and was beloved by his grandparents, Carl and Mary Keel Stacy, also deceased. Scott mourned the deaths of his brother, Robert “Bobby” Stacy; his sisters, Linda and Christine Stacy; and his nephew, Robert “Robbie” Stacy, all of whom left far too early.

Scott’s early life was filled with softball games, trips to Lake Okeechobee, where his grandfather taught him to fish, camping trips, and endless hours playing with neighborhood friends. His fiercest competitor may have been his little sister Toni, especially when they played hockey for former Philadelphia Flyers -. Michel Belhumeur and Ralph MacSweyn. He shared many fond memories of that experience, as well as of competing with area athletes on the football and baseball fields and on the basketball court, where they all shared an undeniable love of the game.

Scott’s early education began in Charlottesville Public Schools and continued in Albemarle County Schools before he ultimately graduated from Miller School of the Albemarle during its cadet and all-boys boarding and military sports era. Scott often spoke fondly of his roommates, Paul Harris and Troy Jackson. While attending Miller School, he was quarterback of the football team and an incredibly talented athlete who also played basketball and his most beloved sport, baseball. After graduating from Miller, Scott’s love of baseball led him to play for the Yankees Single-A farm system and, ultimately, to travel across the country and Canada playing fast-pitch softball for numerous organizations. After hanging up his cleats and catcher’s mitt, he began to focus on a more conventional way of being. Scott took the protective training he received as a cadet and transitioned into the role of protector. He worked as a security officer, project manager, and compliance officer for numerous companies before starting his own company, where he protected local restaurants and nightclubs. Scott always dreamed of doing more before coming to accept that his heart could not keep up with his dreams.

Scott and Jennifer met in high school, reconnected after 20 years, and were married for 25 years. Scott poured himself into building a life together, and until he became sick, you rarely saw one without the other. While they did not have children, they poured themselves into the youth programs at their church of 13 years, First Baptist in Warrenton, Virginia, where Scott served as a trustee and van driver. He was affectionately known by the kids, now all grown up, as “Mr. Scott,” and by his pastor, Rev.

Matthew A. Zimmerman, as Scott “Da Provida.” He actively served in the church until suffering a stroke in 2018. Scott loved Sundays after church, when the Ts, the Zs, the Stacys, and Mr. Walker enjoyed long dinners, meaningful conversations, and lots of laughter, often sparked by Scott’s comments and observations.

At the same time, Scott earned the name “Uncle Scottie.” He cherished his nieces and nephews until the end. They grew up with him playing video games until the wee hours of the morning, going camping and fishing, attending sporting events, and knowing he would diligently show up for any and all of their activities. He was their biggest cheerleader and was most proud and happiest simply being part of their world.

Scott leaves Jennifer; their beloved beagle, Lalah Lily, “Lalily”; his sister, Toni Stacy; his mother-in-law, Ada Saylor; sisters-in-law, Melissa Walker (Andre), Gloria Saylor, and Angel Saylor; and brother-in-law, Nolan. He also leaves nieces Renee Herndon (Patrick), Tania Saylor Peterson (George), Avion Saylor-Mills, Christie Sowell, Kalifa Byrd, Gloria Mitchell, Chandria Brunson (Larnell), Katherine Haynes, and Renee Walker; and; nephews Joseph Stacy, Jean-Jacques Didier Lafontant, Robert Sowell, Tori Dade, Andre II, Rakeem, Aaron, Joshua Walker, and Darren Saylor; several aunts and many cousins in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada; and a host of great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to family, Scott will be forever remembered by friends who were teammates from his days playing baseball, hockey, football, and softball, though his biggest competitor may always have been his sister Toni.

Scott’s humor, passion, and natural curiosity will be missed. The world will be a little lonelier, a lot less interesting, and loads less funny. His life was well lived, and he was loved. His last years were spent managing life after his stroke; it was not easy, because the impacts were seen by only a few and felt by those who knew and loved him most. In the 18 years leading to his strokes, he and Jennifer traveled everywhere. Before leaving this world, he ranked their escapades: 1. a cross-country trip out West in the early 2000s; 2. five years as Washington Capitals season ticket holders; 3. trips, including a road trip, to St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada, to connect with his mother’s family; 4. following Aaron’s Howard University football team all over the country; and 5. trout fishing in the Cherokee River in Maggie Valley, Tennessee. While Scott ranked these as highlights, his true number one highlight was time spent with family. He LOVED entertaining and always made sure everyone who came to visit felt at home. May the angels welcome him home.

Scott will be remembered as a devoted husband, brother, uncle, friend, teammate, protector, and encourager whose life was marked by humor, loyalty, adventure, and love for family. From his Miller School friendships and years on the field to the youth he served at church, the nieces and nephews he cheered on, and the family and friends he welcomed into his home, Scott showed up fully for the people and places he loved. Whether he was sharing stories, competing with heart, or making everyone laugh, he left a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to know him.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, September 5, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at Grace Episcopal, 5607 Gordonsville Road, Keswick, VA 22947.