Cathy Ann Scott
1964-2020
Survived by husband Tom Henderson; children Matthew Henderson
(Kristina), Jessie Scott-Henderson, Mharie Scott-Henderson; grandson
Kieran; brothers Brian and David; sisters Marilyn and Lois Mitchell.
Predeceased by parents Robert and Joan (Smallwood)
Scott.
Cathy was a graduate of Fredericton High School, Mount
Allison University (Music), and the University of California
(Education). She was halfway through her Master of Divinity program at
McGill University (Presbyterian College) when her intent to become a
Presbyterian Minister was disrupted by the Cancer that would take her
life.
Cathy’s career in education began with special
needs teaching in California, and was followed by teaching children
and young adults in the Oromocto, New Brunswick area where she led the
music program in several schools for 10 years and then began teaching
family studies. She was integral in developing and supporting
campaigns and activities promoting inclusion and
anti-bullying.
Cathy was actively involved in her church, St. James
Presbyterian, Hanwell, where she led the choir and provided pulpit
supply. She also shared her gifts for ministry by leading worship
throughout the Saint John River Valley area as a lay preacher and
serving as student minister at St. Paul’s Presbyterian,
Woodstock. The energy, enthusiasm, and obvious joy she had in leading
worship will be greatly missed.
Cathy was an accomplished musician (clarinet), an avid nature
lover, Girl Guide leader, horsewoman, and doll collector. Most
recently, she very much enjoyed roleplaying in Dungeons and Dragons
games as a player and game master while travelling to different cities
for their events. Her effervescent and outgoing personality
contributed to her many enduring friendships, and to her ability to
encourage others to learn and to really experience life –
evident even while undergoing radiation
treatments.
The family thanks everyone for their prayers and support over
the past weeks and months. We appreciate all of the assistance that we
have received.
A private family interment will be held in the Hanwell
Presbyterian Cemetery. A public memorial service will be held at a
later date. For those who wish, donations in Cathy’s memory can be
made to St. James Presbyterian Church in Hanwell, NB, Breast Cancer
Society of Canada, Fredericton Hospice House, or a charity of the
donor’s choice.
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Death notice for the town of: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick