Erin Marie Scott Date of Birth: Tue, 03/29/1988 Date of Death: Thu, 06/14/2012

Erin Marie Scott, 24, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her parents, brother, and dear friends on Thursday, June 14, 2012, following a courageous year-long battle with colon cancer.

Erin was born on March 29, 1988, in Houston and graduated from Jersey Village High School in 2006. While undergoing cancer treatments she showed her spirit and determination by completing her Bachelor of Healthcare Administration degree at Texas State University, finishing with an internship at Methodist Hospital - Willowbrook.

Erin is survived by her brother Patrick Scott, parents Neal and Sally Scott; son Nathan Scott Gutierrez and his loving parents, Oscar and Susan Gutierrez, and his sister Makenzie Gutierrez; grandmother Marie Robichaux; grandfather Robert Scott; uncles Don Robichaux, Larry Robichaux and wife Jane, Gary Scott, and David Scott; aunts Gayle Poe, and Lori Corse and husband George; cousins Christine Coe and husband Jason, Pamela Henrichson, husband Shane and daughters Serenity and Elizabeth, Joseph Robichaux, April McCluskey and husband Willis and son Willie, Carrolyne Robichaux and children Alyssa and Joseph Cooke, Michelle Robichaux, Sarah Robichaux, Kelly Scott, and Brian Scott. Erin was preceded in death by her grandfather Joseph Robichaux and grandmother Betsy Scott.

Erin recently quoted something she'd read... “When it hurts to look back, and you’re afraid to look ahead, look beside you, and there will be your friends.” She was truly blessed to have made many wonderful friends whose love, prayers and support were sources of joy and encouragement to her and to her family through the struggles of this past year.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Erin Scott will be held at The Foundry United Methodist Church in Jersey Village on Sunday afternoon, June 24th, at 3:00 pm. The church is located at 8350 Jones Road, just north of US 290. A reception in the Fellowship Hall will be held immediately following the service.

The family wishes to express its appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Mina Sinacori; Dr. Cathy Eng, Aki Ohinata and the staff at MD Anderson Cancer Center; the nurses and staff of Memorial-Hermann Hospice; and to all our family and friends who cared so lovingly for Erin throughout her struggle.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages a donation to the charity of your choice, or to Erin's adopted project, the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center SCOPE-5K. Write SCOPE-5K in the memo, and mail the check to:

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center c/o Dr. Cathy Eng Department of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Unit 426 Houston, Texas 77030

Recent Tributes

  • Nancy Robertson
    Friday, June 22, 2012 - 10:11

    Sally and family -- I was brokenhearted when I recently heard of Erin's passing, but also rejoice at knowing she is forever celebrating and restored to perfect health in Heaven. I am grateful for the incredible faith of your family knowing that alone will sustain you in the days ahead. I am so thankful to have known such an incredible young lady. My main memory of Erin was that she was always so bubbly and joyful! She would light up any room with her beauty and that smile. Sally -- Erin was such a wonderful reflection of you. Beautiful inside and out, servant hearted, kind,loyal,strong in her faith, and hard working. I remember how you always made time for the kids at JVHS no matter how busy you were, just as Erin did. I am sure countless lives have been touched and strengthened by the journey your family has been on these past few years. Please remember how very loved you are....even by people you havent crossed paths with in many years. Many hugs,
    Nancy Robertson
    Psalm 116:15 "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints".....and Erin was certainly one of His saints!

  • Phyllis & Dan Steelman
    Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 12:37

    I had the great honor of taking care of Erin and Patrick when they were infants to all the way up to going to school and sometimes after that. I remember Erin as always happy,playful,determind and most of all very loving and giving. She grew into a beautiful women. God surely has something great for her to continue on with. She will be missed, but her beauty,beautiful smile and personnality will live in our memories forever. I Thank God to have had the chance to know and love Erin and her family. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you Sally,Neil and Patrick. God Bless you guys and may He give you strength.

    Love and Hugs for you all

    Phyllis & Dan

  • Linda Miller
    Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 09:52

    I had the opportunity to connect with Erin several years ago when I worked with her dear mother Sally. Erin's smile, sense of humor and quick wit defined her. Sally was so proud of Erin's accomplishments and her determination through the difficult times. My family and I pray for your continued strength at this time. Sally is a cherished member of our work family and a dear friend.

    With sincere sympathy,
    Linda Miller and family

  • Sabrina Herndon
    Monday, June 18, 2012 - 15:33

    I had the wonderful pleasure of working with Erin during her internship at Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. While working with Erin I found her to be a very delightful, determined, encouraging, and inspiring young lady. She always knew what to say to make the whole office laugh. Unfortunately, Erin and I did have the conversation about cancer given my mother is a survivor of colon cancer (7 years remission). I remember that day like it was yesterday. Even though it was a tough topic Erin took it with a smile and used her favorite term "it is what it is right?" I will never forget that conversation as the memory of Erin's determined spirit sits within my heart every day. God is good and he got a perfect angel in Erin. He has a job for her that none of us might understand now as we grieve this terrible loss but, when we see her again she will have greet us with her beautiful smile and open arms.
    I will miss Erin dearly! My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the family. I know the last year has been extremely difficult but, Neal, Sally and Patrick you are amazing individuals. May God Bless all of you.

    With Deepest Sympathy,
    Sabrina

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