Martin James Scott

Martin James Scott, “Candy Man”, born February 28, 1963, was received into the arms of Jesus in the early morning hours of January 30th, 2023, following a lengthy battle with lung cancer.   The oldest of 4 siblings, born in Deming, New Mexico to James Martin Smith and Margaret “Penny” Smith.

Upon his parent’s death, at approximately age 7, Martin and his siblings were raised by the Ohio Soldiers & Sailors Home in Xenia, Ohio.  Martin and his brothers were later adopted by Rodney H and Carol J Scott.  He attended the Wayne High School of Huber Heights, OH completing the 11th grade and then received his GED one month later in April of 1982.

Private Martin Scott served under honorable conditions in the United States Army as a Communications Specialist at Fort Lewis, Washington.  While in the Army he was awarded an Army Service Ribbon and the Sharpshooter Qualifications Badge. 

Martin was an avid sports fan.  He loved hockey, specifically, the San Jose Sharks and the Cincinnati Cyclones.  In football, he loved the Seahawks.  GO HAWKS!   Martin had also been signed on with the Cincinnati Reds and enjoyed playing golf in his spare time.

Animals loved Martin.  He’s trained squirrels and cats to stay out of the road and had a special way with dogs.  His cats French Fry, Ginger and B-Bop proceed him in death.

Martin was employed by The Salvation Army from 2008-2013 and later returned as a volunteer early 2020.  He will be greatly missed by the team!  Donations may be made in his honor to The Salvation Army of Shelbyville, Indiana, and mailed to 136 E Washington Street

A memorial with military rites will be held at The Salvation Army on Wednesday, February 15, at 10 AM.