Jean Elizabeth Scott
January 22, 1949 - July 16, 2020
Obituary
MADISON - Jean Elizabeth Scott, age 71, of Madison, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2020. She was born on Jan. 22, 1949, in Madison, the daughter of Henry and Virginia (Koons) Klongland.
Jean graduated from Madison East High School. She married Steven Scott on Jan. 23, 1970, in Rockford, Ill. Jean worked for Badger Prairie Health Care Center for many years before transitioning to Dane County as an economic support specialist. Jean enjoyed needle point, rug hooking and especially loved quilting which she taught to her friends.
Jean is survived by her husband of 50 years, Steve; daughter, Cari (Will Tracy) Scott; son, Steven J. Scott; grandson, Samuel Berlyn Mentzer-Scott; sisters, Janice (Victor) Schiro, Joanne (David) Lein and Jane (Stanley) Gudgel; and brothers, James Klongland and Jeffery (Mary Ann) Klongland. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Jerry Klongland.
In keeping with Jean's wishes, her cremated remains will be scattered in a special place and no services will be held. Memorials may be gifted in Jean's name to American Cancer Society or Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Deb Solis
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Steve, Cari, Stevie, and Sam,
John and I are so sorry! We loved Jean, and will miss her so much. I always called Jean "Saint Jean"; she was such a special person. Please let us know if there is anything you need, or anything we can do for you.
Deb and John Solis
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Richard Van Dusen
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Jean was a special person and Wife, Mother and Grandmother!
Jean loved taking care of her grandson Sam!
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Scott family!
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Gwen Hannes
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I used to work with Jean at South Madison. She was always friendly, kind, and calm. She talked about her family a lot. A wonderful woman!
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Barb Shada
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RIP Jean, always had a smile...we will miss you..
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Andy Heidt
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She was kind. May beautiful memories resonate....
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Mac and Sharon Tracy
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A beautiful and sweet soul. Never without a smile. So glad we got to have her in our life and she was a second mom to our Will. Steve, Cari, Steve and Sam you are in our heart.