It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the sudden passing of Rick Scott, at The Ottawa Hospital – General Campus, on Thursday December 4th, 2025.
Born on May 16th, 1961 in Oshawa, Ontario - Beloved son of the late (2013) Muriel Scott (née Wallace) and Walter Scott, and only brother to the late Douglas Scott, who predeceased him only 18 weeks prior on August 6th, 2025. Loved brother-in-law of Jamie Cirka-Scott, and cherished uncle of Lynsie Scott Boyd (Kevin), Darryl Scott (Erika), and David Scott (Ashley). Proud great-uncle of Rowan & Declan Boyd, Atlas Scott, and Violet & Xavia Scott. Adored nephew of Katherine Myers (the late Maurice Fielder), the late Marjorie Tink (Walter), and the late Reg Wallace. Fondly remembered by cousins Brian Tink (Sophia), Lynette VanShyndyl (Terry), Kevin Tink (Lynette), and the late Jeff Myers, and their children. Forever missed by his life-long companion, Martha Broder.
Rick started his career in Ottawa with the Government of Canada in June 1985 after he completed his degree in electrical engineering at the University of Waterloo. Supervisor, technical specialist, and subject matter expert were all titles held by Rick over a long and rewarding career that spanned 40 years. Rick received several corporate awards of excellence, but his accolades went far beyond that. He was well known and respected for his engineering contributions by several other Government departments and agencies as well as international partners.
People close to Rick knew that he was a man of few words. If he was talking, someone was getting corrected, or he was making a joke. For many years Rick enjoyed curling in the winter and golfing in the summer. He also enjoyed playing cards and having dinner with friends. The Royal Oak Pub on Hunt Club was Rick’s home away from home. He was known by staff and regulars as always having the fish and chips and usually playing the virtual golf game, Goldentee. He will be truly missed by his Ottawa friends and colleagues.
Rick was a quiet soul, but family and friends were central to who he was, as evidenced by the countless photographs, cards, drawings, invitations, and cherished keepsakes he saved from those he loved, spanning many decades, proudly displayed throughout his home.Though his life was marked by simplicity and humility, he will always be remembered by those of us who knew, and loved, him exactly as he was.
A celebration of Rick’s life will be held at a later date, when family and friends are able to gather together from all of his ‘home towns’.
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Georgette Asli
My condolences to the family. Rick was a truly wonderful person and a rare gem to have as a colleague. Though a man of few words, his actions spoke volumes. He will be deeply missed by many and bridge games will never be the same .... Rest in peace Rick!
Toni Andriotis
My deep condolences to Rick’s family and loved ones. When one can say that silence speaks a thousand words, Rick's covered that and humorously more in an epigrammatic style. Thank you, for your supportive friendship. You are greatly missed,
Colleen Bugslag
This is incomprehensible. My condolences to Rick's family and friends. New Years Eve will not be the same without you Rick. I will save a piece of marizipan for you. You are missed.
Nora Son
I am so very sorry to hear this news about Rick's passing. I will always remember Rick walking down the hallways at work and having brief exchanges and chats that always lead to a joke or two and delivered with a smile. He will be missed. Deepest sympathies and condolences to family and friends during this difficult time.
Very good memories of Rick’s sharp whity comebacks