Randy was my roommate for a year at West Virginia Wesleyan College.  He and I were both constantly busy with studying and activities, so we didn't have enough time to socialize much with each other.  I do regret that we didn't because now that I look back at that time I can honestly say that of all the people I knew at college, Randy was the one person I wish I could have known better.  He was someone whom I looked up to, and actually felt fortunate to have been placed with as my  roommate.   Randy was very personable, intelligent, and quick to smile and laugh, and was a natural leader.  I can still hear his voice today.  I am sorry that we have lost him, and my condolances, for he surely made our world a better place. 

William (Bill) Bond 

On 4/23/2024, San Francisco lost Randy Scott, Jr. 80. Randy was a dutiful husband, attentive father, cherished grandfather, and beloved brother. Professionally, he amassed an impressive 30-year resume in HR and years in public service and philanthropy. Recently, was President and Commissioner for the San Francisco Health Service. To many, Randy was a Trustee, Commissioner, Emeritus Archon, President, but to his family and friends, Randy was simply the family rock and source of unwavering strength.

During a chance encounter in Newark Airport, Randy met the love of his life, Bette Davis. After introducing themselves, they realized, with amusement, they shared the names of two movie stars. When it became clear they were taking the same plane, Randy, ever the gentleman, reached down, picked up Bette’s luggage and escorted her onto the plane. The spark they ignited in that moment became the foundation of fifty years of laughs, love, and devoted marriage. Their flame burned bright, we remember clearing the dance floor as Randy danced with Bette, wheeling her wheelchair around the floor during his granddaughter’s wedding.

Randy inherited a passion from his mother, a chef. A Julia Child protégé, he was happiest preparing gourmet meals for his family. Randy laughed uproariously at these dinners. A patron of fine arts, Randy loved classic literature, cinema, opera, and playing orchestral music in his car. He loved time with his grandchildren, imparting his wisdom and the list of a gentleman’s essentials. To his family, Randy was Santa Claus in an apron, with a cocked red hat, wineglass in hand, serving an expertly baked beef Wellington, with hollandaise-covered asparagus spears.

Randy was a great story teller—a passionate historian. Randy could tell you why sea lions lounge on Pier 39, the origins of Lombard Street, and the history of Alcatraz. He whispered little secrets about love, life, and living, with warmth, and a wit as dry as Napa Valley Chardonnay.

Randy was always respectful of others, giving all a voice and the space to feel important and loved. Randy’s presence was a gift that death cannot reclaim. We will miss him fiercely.

My uncle Randy was one of a kind. A loving person, certainly a character, and devoted to his wife Bette, something anyone would know just by watching him when he was with her, taking care of her. As with all who pass, those they leave behind wish they had gotten to spend more time with them, and gotten to know them even better. Randy will be missed. 

This is the Celebration of Life Ceremony for Randy Scott, hosted by Bethel AME Church San Francisco where he was involved for many years. 

A Video Tribute Celebrating Grandpa Randy

WE MET RANDY AND BETTY IN ST. LOUIS MO, THROUGH A MUTUAL FRIEND,  WHO SAW BETTY AT A FUNCTION, I THINK BETTY HAD A INJURY.  RANDY AND BETTY WERE NEW RESIDENTS, AND FROM THERE THEY WERE INCLUDED IN OUR CIRCLE OF FRIENDS. THE YEARS OF THERE TIME IN ST. LOUIS WAS ENJOYABLE AND MEMORABLE., AND THERE DEPARTURE WAS A GREAT LOSS. I AM A ST.LOUIS NATIVE, WE MOVED TO WASHINGTON FOR MY HUSBAND TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF CONGRESS FOR 32YEARS.  CONGRESSMAN WILLIAM L CLAY SR,   RANDY WILL BE SORELY MISSED. GIVE BETTY MY LOVE.  CAROL