With faith in Christ and hope in the resurrection, we share the news of the repose of longtime friend and supporter of St Vladimir’s Seminary, Anthony “Lew” Scott (M.Div. ‘75), who fell asleep in the Lord on Monday, September 2, 2024. After a full life in the service of God and the Orthodox Church, he underwent an arduous struggle with dementia and deteriorated rapidly in the last several months. His passing was a peaceful one and he was attended to by family and friends.
The Seminary and the Board of Trustees send their sincere condolences to the Scott family and offer their prayers for the repose of Anthony Scott.
According to Theodore Bazil, Senior Advisor to the Office of Advancement, "Anthony Scott, the former Director of Advancement, played a significant role in leading and securing the most successful capital campaign in the Seminary's history. The campaign resulted in the construction of the John G. Rangos Building, major campus infrastructure improvements, construction of the Erickson and Hopko buildings, and new faculty housing. Through Anthony Scott's efforts, the campaign was additionally credited with advancing alumni relations, establishing programmatic initiatives, and assisted to recruit a new generation of professional, committed Orthodox lay leadership to the Board of Trustees.
Anthony Scott was a vibrant, articulate leader who brought great energy and passion to his position. The Seminary acknowledges his leadership, commitment, and achievements. St Vladimir's Seminary is deeply grateful for the work of Anthony Scott."
Aside from a life of service in the Church, Anthony was known for his love of family, nature, the arts, travel, and adventures. His family is grateful for his life and that he is now at peace. Anthony is survived by his daughters Stephanie Scott and Katherine Scott Dirkes (Stephen), and his son, Alex Scott.
Further information about the life of Anthony Scott will be posted as it becomes available.
Below is information for the funeral service, his burial, and donations.
Funeral Service and Reception
Friday, September 6, at 10 a.m., followed by a light reception
Nativity of Christ Greek Orthodox Church
1110 Highland Drive, Novato, CA
Burial (family only after the reception)
Pleasant Hill Mortuary
1700 Pleasant Hill Road
Sebastopol, CA
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to:
International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC)
www.iocc.org
110 West Road #360
Baltimore, MD, 21204
May the memory of Anthony Scott be eternal!
