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Marlyn Dexel “Deck” Scott, age 71 years, a resident of Valley Bend, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, at his home, under the care of West Virgina Caring Hospice and surrounded by his family. Deck had fought a courageous battle with cancer for the past seventeen months. He was born May 12, 1954, at Hemlock, WV a son of the late Virgil Scott and the late Cleo “Tibby” Currence Scott. On July 6, 1998, at Winchester, VA, he was married to Angie Shannon who survives at Valley Bend. Also surviving are three sons, Christian Scott and wife Ashley, Valley Bend, Marlyn Scott, Jr. of Mill Creek and Clifton Scott of Huttonsville; two daughters, Katelynn Torrence and partner CJ Weaver of Elkins and Sonya Atkinson and husband Terry of Huttonsville. Three brothers, Marshall “Mart” Scott and wife Valinda, Kelly Scott and Charlie Scott all of Mill Creek; a sister, Barb Finlen of Huttonsville; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survive. Also preceding him in death were brothers, Melvin Scott and Marvin Scott and sisters, Mary Scott, Martha Scott, Marilyn Scott, Lea “Jean” Shamblin, Helen Arbogast, Rella “Jane” Lower and Freda Scott. Deck was employed as a heavy equipment operator for many years in the logging industry. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved his grandchildren. Deck was amazing man. He loved to play and coach baseball. He made an impact on the lives of many players he coached on and off the field. He loved to watch Tygarts Valley High School basketball and baseball. Davis & Elkins College held a special place in his heart. Deck and Angie invited many young men & women from across the country and world into their home. Deck never met a stranger and was always willing to help anyone. He had a heart of gold and will be missed by all. Friends may call from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Friday, February 20th from the funeral home chapel with Rev. Randy Long officiating. Interment will follow in the Brick Church Cemetery near Huttonsville. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Marlyn Dexel “Deck” Scott. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com
