Lindsay SCOTT Obituary

To Lynda, so sorry to hear of Lindsay's passing. Was so shocked and deeply saddened when I received your message today. We will be up in Napier in a few weeks so will try to call in. Lindsay was a lovely caring man who was so welcoming and friendly. We both have fond memories of him and enjoyed his company at a concert we went to at a winery. Our sincere sympathy for you and your family. You have truely lost an awesome gentle, caring man.

To Lynda and Family

So sorry to hear of Lindsay's passing, he was a kind heart person with great Mana.
I first met him when he came into our Office for a meeting but as he wasn't wearing a badge and I had only just started working for Work and Income Gisborne I asked him what his business was and if he had ID, to my boss's horror, she introduced me to our Regional Commissoner, since then we became friends and he would tell people of his encounter with me.

A very sad loss of a wonderful man, kind and always a gentleman. My thoughts are with all of your family.

Lynda - I only heard yesterday of the passing of Lyndsay. A shock to all and most of all to you and your family.

Scotty was a great mentor to me and I wish you all well. I hope we can reconnect sometime soon.

Rog

So very sad to hear of Lindsay's sudden passing. A very lovely man. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at their time of great loss.

To the best Officer Commanding of the OCTC Class of 1984. A true soldier, an outstanding gentleman and great mentor.Thanks for all that you taught us and showed us, both as commissioned officers in training and as young adults trying to find a path through the challenges of all that life brings. ONWARD

Great loss - an exceptionally insightful very human being

True sucess is measured by how truly loved we really are...and you were truly loved by one and all beautiful man...time can not steal the treasures that we carry on our hearts forever and always...x

Though long ago, you made your mark for all to see.

You were the best of us.

Dick Sampson, 1RNZIR, 1974

Scotty,

Heartfelt condolences to Lynda and to your family. Your leadership and friendship has been an enduring influence since my earliest days at RMC.

Rest in Peace - you will be sorely missed.


Steve McLeod

A fine man and true gentlemen whose advice I valued at RMC in 1970 and later. Vale from the Class of 73

I am one of many who had the privilege to know you, Lindsay. You will be missed but memories of you will endure. RIP

Dick Cairns

Memories of attending your graduation ceremony at Duntroon with Grandma and Mum and Dad have come to mind many, many times over the years. We were all so very proud of you.
Farewell Uncle Lindsay.

My love, thoughts and prayers are with Lynda and your family.

Cynthia Baker

I am very sad to hear of the passing of my former OC, a fine leader and of one of life's gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Dear Scotty
A tragic loss
I valued your guidance at RMC and after..you will be missed
Haere e Hoa, haere ki o Matua Tipuna, haere ki TE okiokinga o Na Mano, haere. Haere, haere atu
RIP Lindsay and condolences to the Whanau
Tom O'Reilly Class of 73

"An officer and a gentleman" was never truer than for our dear Lindsay. We enjoyed the wealth of his wisdom, humour, candour, humanity and consideration. When deep in thought, he would fold his arms, rock on the back legs of his chair and offer profound deep insights that would challenge our thinking - often followed by a shrug or a laugh! He loved his people, his community and the chance to make a difference.
Lynda and family - our deepest condolences to you. Lindsay was an absolute treasure and we thank you for sharing him with those of us who had the privilege to work with him at the Ministry of Social Development.

Lindsay has spent many years working with Immigraiton New Zealand and teh horticulture/viticulture sector and was a key part in ensuring the Recognised Seasonal Emloyer system was effectively balanced with New Zealand workers. On a personal note, having known Lindsay across the last 15 years, I always found him to be a true gentleman with a kind heart who always had a smile and time for a chat. My condolences to his family and the REgional Commissioner team as I know he was a treasured friend and colleague.

One of the absolute good guys in life and will be sadly missed

We are all devastated by this sad news and offer our sincerest condolences to Lindsay's family and friends.

Lindsay to me was the most genuine gentleman and utterly committed to all people in the Hawke's Bay. He will be sorely missed.

Warm regards

Hamish Whyte, on behalf of the Youth Futures Trust and Furnware families

Willie Boy. Many fond memories of our times together in Burnham, Vietnam and Singapore.Thinking of your family Rest in peace
Terry and Vicki McConnell

E te ahi phikahika o te rangi
E te whet kniwaniwa o te rangi
Ko te p tonu ki a koe, t whakaarahia
Moe mrire atu koe i te rua o Matariki,
Krikoriko mai ai i te urup o mahara
Rere atu r, haere, pata mai r!
Tukua kia rere!

WAIROA DISTRICT COUNCIL

My thoughts and prayers to family, friends and colleagues... Lindsay you were a great mentor, role model, and an absolute gentleman..you were kind and generous in every way, even just recently you rescued me at the "dump".. backing my trailer and assisting me to unload some heavy items....
I enjoyed working with you, you were a wise man.. considered in your judgement.. and always with great integrity..

you will be sadly missed missed..

Regards

Jane Wilson

My sincere sympathies for your loss. Lindsay was a man of huge integrity, a great leader and he will be sadly missed.

Kindest regards, Anne Tolley

Colonel on behalf of your compatriots Rest in Peace
Thank you for your service I did not have the privilege of knowing you but I have never read so many tributes both on here and on the NZ Vietnam Veterans Facebook page
They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old
Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
WE STAND ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS
ONWARD
LEST WE FORGET
Brian Meyer
TAUPO and NEWCASTLE

Words can not describe the depth of the grief you must be feeling over the loss of Lindsay, a husband, a father and a friend.
I am forever grateful for the time and support he showed me as a staff member but more importantly as a friend. I will always remember his generous nature, and his devotion to his family and his years of service in his work. But most of all I will treasure the good times we had and the laughter that we shared.
Moe mai ra e te Rangatira

Dad, thank you for your support over the years, and the advice you have given. I will miss you forever, your warm smile was infectious. Rest in peace in heaven with Mum. I love you dad, only wish I had said it more. Chris

Lindsay... we only crossed paths a few times at MSD meetings in the Hawkes Bay. However we always found you to be genuine and caring in your dealings with us with a heart for the communities you served. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Lindsay, rest in peace my friend.

Eric Tazelaar
2496
RMC Class 0f 1967

Dad, although we had some rough times over the years, you always stood by me in the decisions I made. You gave me guidance, and sound advice and lots of support. I didn't say it often but I loved you. Rest in peace with Mum up in heaven, and look down on all of us kids as we endeavour to carry on the good name Lindsay Scott. Love Chris

Lindsay.. a kind, genuine, thoughtful and intelligent man. Thank you for your leadership, support and caring of our MSD whanau, and encouragement to be an active voice in advocating for the rights of consumers within our health and disability communities.
Expressing heartfelt love and sympathy to Lynda, your family, and all who loved you.
Arohanui,
Nicki Lishman

Very sad news. A quiet but great leader with exceptional intelligence.

Peter Hickey Class of 69

I remember your patience and wisdom Lindsay. The way you encouraged people to extend themselves and grow both personally and professionally even when it was to your disadvantage.
Rest in peace Lindsay, I will miss you.

Sorry to hear of your passing Lindsay. You will be remembered for being a keen innovator, smooth dresser and a supporter of your staff. Thanks for freeing me, to move-on to higher plains in education. Ka mau te wehi rangatira Nga mihi Steve

Scotty,
Rest in Peace. An ode...

"From cross the Ditch he came
A quiet leader, strong and true
He sought no glory or no fame
Just hope and pride in life so new

Rest now good friend,long live your name
Much fulfilled in life's long queue
Your legacy can make proud claim
Love, respect from whom all you knew

We were young, fit lads, not lame
Through Army and beyond we grew
Yet now old, all stay the same
Our spirit lives, we 'happy few'."

Greg Hull RMC Class of '67

Forever remembered, forever missed.

I have such lovely memories of a kind hearted gentleman, who welcomed me into the "commissioner" fold, shared his wisdom and always cared. So saddened by the news of Lindsays passing, such a huge loss. Much love sent to all those who loved Lindsay.

Thank you Lindsay for being a kind and thoughtful man, you would always made the time to talk to me when you traveled to the Wairoa office. Sending love and strength to your family at this sad time. Much respect for you Lindsay

We will miss a kind, wise and caring gentleman. My thoughts and love are with Lindsays family.

Scotty - you were a much admired and respected leader and inspiration to not only our Class but to a generation of young officers. Memories of you will soldier on.

Lindsay I was devastated to hear of your passing. I always enjoyed your visits to Waipukurau Site. You were an inspiration to us with your wisdom and gentle kindness.
You are sadly missed. I will remember you fondly and think of you still watching over us.
Rest in Peace and somewhere, somehow we may meet again.

A wonderful brother, much loved and forever missed.

My Aroha and Support are sent to all the family who will be grieving the loss of this very special gentleman.
Always with family at the heart of everything was Lindsay's mantra.
He was a truly inspirational leader in my workplace, a person of deep integrity and so open hearted to the needs of others.
A real sense of the power of a connected community and how aspirations and innovation comes from this.

Our knowing each other was brief yet meaningful. I have read the words of others and cannot agree more with those who have known you longest. Rest easy knowing you have made a difference to so many lives.
ORE STABIT FORTIS ARARE PLACETO RESTAT

It is with great sadness that I learn of your passing Lindsay. Many of the Officer Cadet Training Company Class of 83, particularly me, have much to thank you for - your wisdom, mentoring ability and empathy saw all of us develop significantly under your leadership. Our condolences to family and friends. We have all lost a fine friend. Rest in Peace Lindsay. We will remember you.

Were I so tall to reach the pole,
Or grasp the ocean with my span,
I must be measured by my soul;
The mind's the standard of the man.
(Isaac Watts)
My very dear Uncle has now gone, but an Autograph that he wrote for me, sums up this true Gentleman xx

Lindsay you were an exceptional officer. I recall a very wise man who treated soldiers with the utmost respect. I was so proud to be a part of your military life. I met you again when you worked for MSD and you hadn't changed one bit. Moe mai te rangatira, noho rangimarie i runga te taumatau wairua.

Lindsay - I thoroughly enjoyed working with you. Always pleasant and courteous. You were a great servant for MSD and have been taken too soon.

Kind regards - Fred Koenders

Lindsay left an an indelible memory, with me as I was so young when I met him...Can clearly remember to this day.. Almost 50 years ago..Godspeed mate, my heart felt thoughts & wishes Bro xx

It was a privilege to know Lindsay, initially through my job with Radio New Zealand, and more recently in my retirement as a volunteer budget adviser in Hastings.He was a fine ambassador for Work and Income, who did a huge amount for the organisation, well beyond what was asked of him, and the respect he commanded reached far and wide. May he hold hands with the angels in heaven. My sincere condolences to his family

Lindsay, you were the best Father-in-law I could ask for. You welcomed and accepted me into your family and I will miss you. Cheers
Love
Fleur

During my military career I served with a lot of officers and a number of gentlemen but with very few who were both an officer and gentleman - Lindsay you were one of the very few.
Your sheer presence, intellect, compassion and delightful smile will be sadly missed by many.

Lindsay you are greatly missed. A gentleman and wise counsellor. Rest in Peace.

Tofa soifua my good friend, colleague and mentor. You were always a gentlemen and well-dressed with a humble and friendly style, an effective communicator and a good listener. You always made a positive impression with everyone you interacted with, from high power businessmen and politicians to teenagers at local schools with your natural people skills. If I could be 1% of you, I would be a very happy man. Good well, rest in peace! Alofa lava my friend and mentor!

To a great uncle. Devastated to learn of your passing. You will be missed. Wish we could have had more time to spend with you. RIP. Sincere condolences to all your family.

Tofa soifua and haere ra my good friend, colleague and mentor. You were so humble and always caring, a great leader and communicator in everything you did and with everyone you interacted with. I strive to follow in your footsteps to be a better person like you. Thank you and fa'afetai lava for letting me be a part of your life. All our love and alofa to you and your family. Rest in peace XXX

On behalf of Community Corrections East Coast, I would like to express your condolences to the whanau of Lindsay.
Lindsay was known to our organisation as an inspirational leader and just a really nice person. He made a lasting impression on many of us and we are sad that he did not get to enjoy the next chapter of his life post retirement for as long as we would have hoped he would.
I hope that with time you will gain comfort from the many wonderful memories you must have of a truly fine man.
Arohanui

Nga mihi aroha ki a koe Lindsay, me tou whanau e noho i roto i te pouritanga i tenei wa.

We will remember you with great fondness and affection and will shed tears for a time. Then we'll remember you again and in so doing, you'll live on in our hearts and in our minds...
Arohanui Louise

A kind, clever, charming man a true gentleman, an excellent leader and a friend to many in MSD.
He will be greatly missed but remebered with admiration, RIP Lindsay xxx

Diane x

Ever Thine...Ever Mine...Ever Ours...x
RIP Beautiful Angel...x

A true gentleman, caring, fair and honest man who everyone loved and respected. A recipient of the 'Sword of Honour' from Duntroon who served his country in the armed services and public service. You were one of a kind Lindsay - Wisdom, Mana and Values. You will be missed by all who worked with you and for you. 'You made a difference'. Kua hinga te totara i te wao nui a Tane. Moe mai ra e te Rangatira, Haere atu ra. Tania Eden and family.

Dad, you were the kindest man and most wonderful father and grandfather. I will forever miss you. I will miss the fact that you still call me 'hunny bunny' when ever we talk. I will miss your warm hugs and kind smile. Nick, Dana and I will always remember you.......Your 'Hunny Bunny' Renee.

Very sad news. You were very kind, hardworking and generous. God Bless your family at this time.

Farewell to a great retired colleague and friend. You will be missed greatly by your family and many friends through-out NZ.

Dad. A giant piece of me has been ripped away and it really hurts. You were not just my Dad, but my life guide, confidante and a close, close friend. I am struggling to work out life without you in it. We shared a few tragedies but many many great moments which I will share in time with Cooper and Fraser. Rest easy Dad. Love you - Bunty.

This news really saddens us. Gone way too soon.

Louise and Greg McConnell

Lindsay was a fine man, one of a kind! He was smart, funny, loyal, a proud father & husband and a good friend to me. I can't believe he has gone. When I spoke to him after his 'farewell do' in Wellington he was looking forward to retirement & immersing himself in new ventures with Lynda.Rest well old friend, you will be missed by many.

To an old friend and colleague, sorely missed. Rest in peace, Scotty.