Randy Scott

Toquerville, UT — Randolph “Randy” Scott, 74, passed away on September 24, 2026, in Washington, Utah. Born in the winter of 1951, in South Gate, California, he was the eldest of four children born to James and Laurel (Watson) Scott. Randy married Jane Ferrara during the spring of 1974, in the Los Angeles Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While Randy grew up largely in Fresno, California, he spent his summers with his grandparents in Toquerville, where he grew to love the town and make lifelong friends. Working alongside his grandfather, Milo Watson, he learned valuable skills—skills he put to use at age 16 when he assisted Milo in building a house for his mother and siblings following their move to Toquerville. Randy thrived at Hurricane High School, where he participated in school activities, made enduring friendships, and proudly pitched for the baseball team. Following his graduation in 1970, Randy briefly attended Dixie College. Feeling a strong desire to serve the Lord, he accepted a call to the Texas North Mission, serving under the direction of President Carlos E. Asay. President Asay’s inspired teachings and leadership profoundly shaped Randy, helping him grow into the faithful priesthood holder and devoted man of God he would remain for the rest of his life. While visiting a friend in Clovis, California, Randy met the love of his life, Jane Ferrara. They were married the following year in the spring of 1974, in the Los Angeles Temple, beginning a beautiful journey of faith and family together. Randy was blessed with an innate love for people. Truly interested in others, he could strike up a conversation with anyone, easily turning a stranger into a new friend. Recognizing that his natural gift for connection was invaluable in sales, he leaned into this talent to shape his future. He initially sold insurance, then began working in a jewelry store shortly before his marriage. In 1978, he opened his own retail business, "Randolph’s Fine Jewelry," in Clovis, California. This partnership experience led him to Brigham City, Utah, in 1981, where he accepted a position as store manager for Thomas Jewelers. By this time, his family had grown to include three young boys: Robert (4 ½), Tim (3), and Matt (1). While living in northern Utah, they were blessed with the arrival of their daughter, Charlotte. When Mr. Thomas later decided to sell the store, he offered it to Randy. Missing home, Randy declined the offer and chose instead to bring his young family back to southern Utah in 1985 to be closer to loved ones. Though the move was financially challenging, Randy persevered, dove into studying real estate, and went to work for Ence Realty in St. George. Around this time, their son Kenny was born. Randy excelled in real estate, but the market slump of the late 1980s prompted another bold career shift. In 1990, he purchased “A-Pawn,” a tiny pawn shop located just north of Dixie College on East Tabernacle Street in St. George. He eventually remodeled the shop and renamed it "Guns & Diamonds"—a business that would thrive and carry him all the way to retirement. During these rewarding years, the family was completed with the births of their two youngest sons, Dennis and Brian. Family life was rich with activities, especially sports. Keeping fit was a priority, and being athletic himself, Randy was always present and prepared with his video camera. He faithfully recorded countless track and gymnastics meets, soccer games, baseball games, wrestling matches, and football games, ensuring those precious memories were preserved. He loved to take the family out target shooting as well as camping, working tirelessly to provide a wonderful life for his family. Randy also cared for Toquerville, serving two terms on city council from 2002-2009 where he was instrumental in the creation and development of the new city offices and city park. In his private time, he enjoyed growing a garden and keeping his yard beautiful—a passion he refined even further during his retirement years. Randy remained forever faithful to his family and to his covenants. He was a lifelong example of willingness to serve whenever and wherever the Lord called him. Throughout his life, he dedicatedly fulfilled numerous Church callings, including roles in the ward and stake Young Men’s presidencies, as an Elders Quorum president, a counselor in the bishopric, and as a Scoutmaster for many years. In 2020, amid the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, he was called to serve as Bishop. He deeply loved the people of his ward, cherished his time ministering to them, and was always eager to serve the Lord with all his heart. Randy was an ever-faithful and loving son, husband, father, brother, and friend. He was a great companion, always serving and helping his family through the times of their lives. Randy was preceded in death by his parents and his youngest son, Brian. He is survived by his devoted wife, Jane; his children, Robert (Sheri) Scott of Preston, ID, Tim (Annie) Scott and Matt (Melissa) Scott of Hurricane, UT, Charlotte (Trujillo) Amy of Toquerville, UT, Kenny (Lindy) Scott, and Dennis (Kallie) Scott of Hurricane, UT. He is also survived by his 20 beloved grandchildren, as well as his siblings, Gregory Scott, Sylvia (Carl) Cluff, and Evelyn (Bill) Wright. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to Atlas Hospice and the staff at Ovation Sienna Hills Memory Care for their friendship and dedication to excellence in caregiving. Deepest gratitude is also extended to the Toquerville 1st Ward Relief Society, as well as dear friends and family, for their compassionate service, endless love, and support. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel, located at 63 Toquerville Blvd, Toquerville, UT. A visitation will be held prior to the services from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Toquerville Cemetery. https://youtube.com/live/pdb-oU37e8k?feature=share