MOULTON: Benjamin W. “Gentle Ben” Scott, 82, passed away Monday, October 20, 2025. He was born June 19, 1943, in Morgan City, Louisiana to Benjamin Scott and Lily Mae (Boudreaux) Scott.
Ben was a member of the U.S. Navy and was a lifetime member of the American Legion, Moulton Post. He was a pipe fitter and an insurance salesman until retirement. He leaves behind his loving wife of 49 years, a son and two daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren, whom he loved dearly.
Survivors are wife, Dolores Scott; son, Cameron Scott (Marcia), of Katy; daughters Heidi Scott (Daryl Meyer) of Yoakum, Brandi Taylor (Jeff) of Yoakum; grandsons Zachary Scott (Page), Nicholas Scott (Britany), Jacob Scott (Joice), Jordan Scott, Matthew Gold (Meagan), Nathan Gold (Heather), Garrett Taylor, Logan Taylor (Autumn), Jace Rainosek, Brennan Padilla; granddaughter, Christine Malina (Holdyn); eight great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter Katelyn Taylor; four brothers.
Visitation 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday, October 26, 2025 at Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home.
Rosary to be recited at 9:30 a.m., followed by Funeral Mass at 10 a.m., Monday, October 27, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Moulton with Rev. Gabriel Maison officiating. Burial to follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Moulton.
Memorials may be made to the American Legion, Moulton Post or Donor’s Choice.