Scott Weston Kiernan

Scott Weston Kiernan, 43, passed away suddenly on January 4, 2018 at his home in Clermont, Florida. Scott is the son of Gordon A. Kiernan, Jr. of Darien, CT and Kay Kiernan Brix of Newtown, CT. Mr. Kiernan was born in Grosse Pointe, Michigan and grew up, in Greenwich, CT. He attended Greenwich High School and graduated from The Gunnery in Washington, CT in 1994.

Scott attended Syracuse University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology in 1999. Scott was a four-year letter winner and co-captain of the football program in his final season at Syracuse. Upon graduating, Scott spent two-plus seasons as a member of the New York Giants and the Carolina Panthers of the NFL.

In his post football career, Mr. Kiernan initially found success as a residential mortgage broker in New Jersey and, subsequently, as a real estate investor in Orlando, Florida. Scott’s love for hosting family and friends influenced his gravitation toward a new career in the culinary industry. Scott was instrumental in establishing The Friar Tuck, an English cafe in Clermont, Florida.

For those who had the pleasure of knowing Scott, all would agree that he was a loving brother and father, devoted son and true friend. His personality always had everyone on the edge of their seats, stemming from his tremendous sense of humor. His physical presence was equally matched by his kindness and caring for others.

Scott will be remembered in many different lights, by numerous people who encountered him at different stages of his life and career. Most importantly, Scott would want to be remembered for the way he loved his parents and siblings, his children, his family and friends. Scott's love was felt with great impact by new friends as clearly as it was held by those who had known him for decades.

Scott is survived by his four children Kayse, Mackenzie, Austin and Sydney Kiernan of Waretown, NJ. In addition, Scott leaves behind his parents Kay and Gordon, his brothers Trey, Ted and Ryan and his nieces and nephews all of whom will forever hold his love and memory in their hearts.

Family and friends are welcome to attend calling hours at Leo P. Gallagher and Sons Funeral Home, 31 Arch Street Greenwich, CT on Friday, January 19, 2018 from 4:00 to 7:00pm. Second Congregational Church will be providing services on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the memory of Scott Kiernan to The American Heart Association. Donations also may be made to the Syracuse S-Project and may be sent to the Athletic Director Discretionary Fund.

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