Rudy "R.D." Scott

Rudy “R.D.” Scott, age 85, of Grand Rapids, MN, passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Grand Village in Grand Rapids, MN.

R.D. was born in 1940 to Leon and Amogene “Jean” Scott in Nowata, OK. He graduated from Washington High School in Kansas City, KS. R.D. served proudly in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged. He moved to Grand Rapids in 1972 where he worked at Goldfines and met Carol Sutherland. They were united in marriage on October 4, 1974. R.D. was then employed as a paper maker at Blandin for 27 years.

R.D. was a member to the Fraternal Order of Eagles and American Legion of Warba, where he served as commander for more than 20 years. He was a cub scout and a boy scout leader, drove the Veterans transport van, and was a member of D.A.V. He loved to travel, make wine, and being outdoors, especially camping and geocaching.

R.D. is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lazona King, and Sandra Small; and brother Bruce Scott. He is survived by his wife, Carol; sons, Benjamin (Renee) Scott of Rochester, MN, and Andrew Scott of Lynn Haven, FL; five grandchildren, Samantha, Dawson (Faith), Nicholas, Brayden (Lexie), and Hunter; and one great-grandchild, Alexander; and many nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2026 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Rowe Funeral Home, Grand Rapids, MN and will continue on Monday, November 23, 2026 at the United Methodist Church, Grand Rapids, MN beginning at 11:00 AM with a memorial service to follow at 12 Noon at the church. Pastor Jim Crecelius will officiate. Burial with full military honors will be at Hazelwood Cemetery in Grand Rapids, MN.

Arrangements are with Rowe Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Grand Rapids, MN. To sign the online guestbook or send condolences visit www.rowefuneralhomeandcrematory.com.