Mrs. Wanda Scott

Wanda Scott was born on October 2, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan to Lawrence and Sullivan Fletcher. She had three beautiful sisters, Veronia Harris and the late LaVerna Irby and Olita Gratz. Wanda’s love for family, including many friends and neighbors, was unmistakable. Each of her loved ones were uniquely blessed with her gentle strength, genuine kindness, and devoted love. No one knew that love better than her late husband Clark B. Scott. Clark and Wanda had four sons and shared more than 60 years of marriage together. Wanda was educated in the Detroit Public Schools system and graduated from Northern High School. As a young African-American woman in the 1940’s she headed off to college with hopes to become a teacher. Wanda would often tell the intriguing story of how she was accepted at Howard University in Washington, DC, but as she moved into the dorm she discovered her close friend could not attend the university with her. In response, she changed her plans and went to West Virginia State University where she and her friend could attend together. Knowing and being loved by her was very much like this. She was always a true friend who was selfless, and whose only request was to be together more often. She had a special way of cherishing people, valuing relationships, and having a heart for meeting the needs of others. Undoubtedly, her love emanated from her acceptance of Jesus Christ as her savior and Lord at a young age. She served God in her years of service at St. Agnes Parish, later named Martyrs of Uganda. She experienced a great deal of joy in her involvement in leading committees, participating in prayer groups, and assisting with numerous events as a church member. Professionally, she had a dedicated career at the Internal Revenue Service where she retired as Chief. Her servant heart was truly distinctive and she spoke proudly of her position in leadership, and honest commitment to over one hundred employees. Over the years, she cooked many delicious meals and delighted in family gatherings and celebrations. Few moments went by without her telling us to “never give up,” saying she has a song for everything, or having her request a hot cup of tea that she did not plan on drinking until it was cold. She made us laugh, she made us take a thousand pictures, and she would support us through absolutely anything. Wanda was a beautiful woman, and we were truly blessed to love and be loved by her. On April 11, 2014 Wanda departed this life at Henry Ford Hospital in West Bloomfield, Michigan.

Mrs. Wanda Scott

October 2, 1925 - April 11, 2014