He was “Vernon” to most, but “Gene” to close family and friends, and “Grandpa Scott” to his three granddaughters.
He was honored to serve in the United States Army in the late 60’s but chose to return to the civilian life after he completed his last assignment in Warzburg, Germany.
Gene met Linda Faye Hill in Houston, Texas and married on February 29, 1968. Having grown up in several towns in west Texas, he and Linda made Houston, Texas their home after getting married. After Tropical Storm Allison in 2001, Gene moved to Abilene, Texas to live near his daughter during her first year of college. He moved to Conroe, Texas in 2002 and resided there until his death.
Gene worked at the EGC Corporation in Houston, Texas for over 30 years. Later he worked at the Wal-Mart in Montgomery, Texas as a Greeter and Furniture Assembler. He had a passion for chicken fried steak with cream gravy, fishing, bowling, watching the Houston Texans, and working outside in his garden. He loved tractors, guitars, and country music from the 50’s-60’s.
Faith and music were central to Gene’s life. For many years, he was an active member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Houston, and later attended Lonestar Cowboy Church in Montgomery, Texas. He often reflected that had his path been different, he would have loved to serve as a preacher or perform as a country singer. His daughter, Amanda, fondly credits her father with instilling in her both her Christian faith and her lifelong appreciation for music.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Faye Hill Scott; parents, Vernon Preston Scott and Zenobia Ella Wells; brothers, Jackie Gaylon Scott, and Dorman Ray Scott.
He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Gene Scott Martinez (Luis Martinez); grandchildren, Clara Faye, Lily Ava, and Maggie Luna; sister-in-law, Sherry Scott; niece, Kerri Scott; and great-niece Kaylee. He also leaves behind a host of other extended family.
Visitation will be held at Brookside Funeral Home, Family Room Chapel, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039, US, on November 8, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
A Funeral Service will take place at Brookside Funeral Home, Family Room Chapel, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039, US, on November 9, 2026, at 2:00 pm.
Military Honors & Entombment will be held at Brookside Memorial Park, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039, US, on November 9, 2026, with entombment to take place immediately after the funeral service.
