John Scott was a true American hero. He won the Silver Star medal as an officer on the USS Liberty in 1967. Isreali forces shot up the ship in a case of "mistaken identity" killing many sailors and almost sinking the ship. John's son, Jim Scott, published it all in his book The Attack on the Liberty. I am proud to have known John. Rest in peace, classmate.
John sat behind me in, I believe,in World History class. When turning in his test papers he would always sign: "I'd rather be flying".... Sorry to hear he has passed away. Blessings to his family.
So sad to learn of the recent passing of John Scott. Did not be had been sick. My deepest sympathy to Sue and his family. He will be missed. With deepest regards, Florence Sparks.
John and I were in the same English class one semester. He impressed me with his obvious kind soul plus his genuine smile, which evidenced his sense of humor. He was soft spoken and modest. I read his obituary online (Legacy.com) and learned that he was student body president the first year Charlotte College became UNC-Charlotte. No surprise. How sad that Alzheimers robbed him and his loved ones of years of a longer and full life. His son's book about his accomplishments is a must read. My deepest sympathies to John's family.
Very sad to hear about John's passing. I remember John joking with me when we were both seniors ar UNCC aout his upcoming assignment with the navy as the Damage Control Officer of an intellegence gathering ship stationed in the Mediterranean. He remarked that he was more likely to get a sunburn than shot at. LIttle did he know. John was a class act and the Silver Star he received was a testament to his character. I offer my deepest condolences to his family.
Very sorry to hear about John. We were good friends while working on our 1953 Chevys. I did not know of John's military service until I read two books about the attack on the USS Liberty. As the damage control officer, his job was to keep the ship afloat. He did a outstanding job and won the Silver Star for his efforts. I was with Naval Intelligence during that time and it was not " a mistaken" event that killed 36 American Sailors. Read the book "Body of Secrets" by Bannon if you want the answer.
I am so sorry for your loss. In 1967 while John was surviving on the USS Liberty, I was pregnant and thinking of my own husband who was somewhere under an ocean on a nuclear sub. I wish we had known John and his family years later in our retirement. Blessings on your family and comfort in His care.
Jeffrey C Pickett
John Scott was a true American hero. He won the Silver Star medal as an officer on the USS Liberty in 1967. Isreali forces shot up the ship in a case of "mistaken identity" killing many sailors and almost sinking the ship. John's son, Jim Scott, published it all in his book The Attack on the Liberty. I am proud to have known John. Rest in peace, classmate.
Robert W Buckley
John sat behind me in, I believe,in World History class. When turning in his test papers he would always sign: "I'd rather be flying".... Sorry to hear he has passed away. Blessings to his family.
Florence Girard (Sparks)
So sad to learn of the recent passing of John Scott. Did not be had been sick. My deepest sympathy to Sue and his family. He will be missed. With deepest regards, Florence Sparks.Edward R Burnett
RIP John. i think we raissed a little hell at east. (no comment) thank you for you gallant bravery. East has lost a great one.
Virginia "Gini" Soiset (Malek)
John and I were in the same English class one semester. He impressed me with his obvious kind soul plus his genuine smile, which evidenced his sense of humor. He was soft spoken and modest. I read his obituary online (Legacy.com) and learned that he was student body president the first year Charlotte College became UNC-Charlotte. No surprise. How sad that Alzheimers robbed him and his loved ones of years of a longer and full life. His son's book about his accomplishments is a must read. My deepest sympathies to John's family.
Bill Little
Very sad to hear about John's passing. I remember John joking with me when we were both seniors ar UNCC aout his upcoming assignment with the navy as the Damage Control Officer of an intellegence gathering ship stationed in the Mediterranean. He remarked that he was more likely to get a sunburn than shot at. LIttle did he know. John was a class act and the Silver Star he received was a testament to his character. I offer my deepest condolences to his family.
Sue Brafford (Taylor)
I was very sorry to learn of John's passing. He was a fine man and a gentleman. He will be missed.
Kenneth R Oppenheim
Very sorry to hear about John. We were good friends while working on our 1953 Chevys. I did not know of John's military service until I read two books about the attack on the USS Liberty. As the damage control officer, his job was to keep the ship afloat. He did a outstanding job and won the Silver Star for his efforts. I was with Naval Intelligence during that time and it was not " a mistaken" event that killed 36 American Sailors. Read the book "Body of Secrets" by Bannon if you want the answer.
Margaret Hood (Barach)
I am so sorry for your loss. In 1967 while John was surviving on the USS Liberty, I was pregnant and thinking of my own husband who was somewhere under an ocean on a nuclear sub. I wish we had known John and his family years later in our retirement. Blessings on your family and comfort in His care.
Margaret Hood (Barach)
My condolences to the family. I wish my husband and I had known about John's service and could have met.