Robert Earl Scott, Jr., 90, of Beaumont, TX passed away at his home June 6, 2012. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, June 9, 2012 at Trinity United Methodist Church at 2:00 p.m. A gathering of family and friends will be Friday, June 8, 2012 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home.

Bob was born August 7, 1921 in Little Rock, AR to Robert Earl Scott and Pearl Avanell McNairy Scott. It was here that Bob developed his work ethic that followed him through his life. At a young age he was working in the dairy and on the milk truck. He later joined the U. S. Navy and served three years in the South Pacific during World War II. His commitment and work ethic continued while he was enlisted. After leaving the Navy Bob began a life of work in the oilfield and industrial supply field as a traveling salesman. Up to the time of his death he was known as a "gentleman" and a man of honor and ethics.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Martha Ellen Scott. He is survived by his present wife, Sarah Scott and his son and daughter-in-law Robert Alan and Alma Scott and many who knew and loved him.

Bob had a wonderful life.