Condolence: John was a great guy always smiling and friendly I used to see him every day while I worked at the Franklin Walmart he truly was a great friend and will be missed by all who knew him. From Wayne Testa

Condolence: I just learned that John is in Heaven, and I wanted to pay tribute to him. John was my swimming teacher in the summer of 1969 at Franklin pond, and he taught me an invaluable life lesson that I have never forgotten: Do not give up just because something looks hard or scary. I needed to swim from the diving board to shore, with the waterfall on my right, to pass the beginner test. As the instructor, John tread water between the diving board and the shore. I jumped into the water, and as an 8-year-old boy whose dense little body would not float, I immediately began to feel the pull of the waterfall. I cried out and asked John to help me, but he stayed put, calmly saying, “You are fine. You can do this.” My protests escalated as my fears rose, all the while kicking and doggy-paddling as best I could. John continued to respond to my cries for help with, “You are fine. You can do this.” My fear began to mix with anger as I started to feel that this man didn’t care if I went over the falls, but John was right. I stopped asking for his help as I passed him in the water and then swam to shore, passing my test with both a sense of pride for my accomplishment and an appropriate sense of embarrassment for my failure to trust him. If John had rescued me that day, he would have done me a great disservice. I would likely have forever been afraid to swim in deep water, and I would have missed the opportunity to keep trying in the face of fear. Throughout the years thereafter, whenever I saw John, I always thanked him for that life lesson. Today, I want to do so one final time. Thank you, John, for teaching me to face my fears. I look forward to seeing you in Heaven one day, which is a better place since you arrived. With Gratitude, Jeff Bjorck, Ph.D. Licensed psychologist

Condolence: Dear Scott Family, I am saddened to hear of John's passing. I remember John and Joyce from my Franklin Pond days and on the swim team. So many great memories of him from my childhood days. John was a very nice, kind, friendly man. In my later years I would see him often at the Hamburg Post Office, always smiling, saying hello and asking how I was doing. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.

Condolence: John was one of those good men you always smile at when you see them... it will be sad not to see that face any longer...say a prayer for us, John...

Condolence: Dear Joyce I just heard about John's sudden passing and no words can express how deeply my heart hurts for you and your family. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared during your many years and adventures together. Keeping you alll in my thoughts and prayers. May Love Light Peace and Grace Surround You Lindy

Condolence: A good man from a good Franklin family. Will be missed but remembered often.

Condolence: Deeply saddened on the passing of John. One of the best guys I have the pleasure of knowing. Lot on good memories of him in my youth. He was part of the best years of my life. My prayers go out to his family. John is now in a better place now. Praise the Lord

Condolence: We are so saddened by this terrible news. I always knew John was a wonderful Christian and always looked forward to going to Heaven one day, but we never thought it would be this soon. "John, you shed light wherever you went. I'm sure your are in a heavenly band now. Our lives will not be the same without you! And Franklin will never be the same without you. All our love to you!! Steve told me that you had been training on the Olympic ski team at Great Gorge back in the 60's?" Wow. Love, Stephen,Dorothea,Jennifer and Abigail.

Condolence: John followed and emulated the Lord as closely as humanly possible. He touched many, many lives and made the world a better place. Rest well friend, you will be missed. Blessings to Joyce and the entire Scott family. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with the Scott family during this difficult time. . My Mom worked for Dr Scott when John was a young boy and talked to me about babysitting for "Johnny George" RIP John

Condolence: I will never forget Mr. Scott. He was my Sunday School teacher for many years. He was always so pleasant, kind, caring, and loving. The sweetest and most endearing man at all times. His compassion for people and outpouring of love will continue to live on in the lives of people he touched. My sincerest love and prayers to the Scott family! He will truly be missed. Heaven gained another angel.

Condolence: To Joyce and all of the Scott family. I am just finding out about this now. I am truly saddened to hear that John passed away. It was a pleasure getting to see him a few months back at Franklin Presbyterian Church. John was a wonderful man, a role model for me, and someone who took me under his wing to help teach Sunday School. He was someone who helped form me in my faith and I am a pastor today, in part, because of that. He will be truly missed. I wish I could be there to pay my condolences in person, but I will be there in heart and in spirit. You are all in my prayers.

Condolence: My condolences to the Scott family. I remember growing up and he was our swim team coach. Lots of fond memories of Franklin pond. Time passes so quickly. He is gone much too soon!

Condolence: My condolences to Mr. Scott's family. I knew Mr. Scott from when I was a young boy in church and from when I ran into him in the post office. Mr. Scott always had something nice to say and would always brighten the mood no matter the situation. You will be missed. Rest in peace Mr. Scott

Condolence: Saddened and shocked to hear of John's passing. My sincere condolences. He will be missed. Jeff Sussex County RR Club

Condolence: Please accept my condolences for the loss of your loved one. We can find comfort from god the god of all comfort (2 Corinthians 1:3,4).

Condolence: We are deeply saddened and devastated over the loss of John. He was such a kind man and wonderful neighbor.Our hearts go out to the entire Scott family.

Condolence: My heartfelt condolences to John's family I knew him in high school -- he was such a gentle, kind and caring person. I would see him periodically at Xmas at the church, when visiting my mother (Sylvia Hadowanetz). He was always so very proud of his family and it was so clear that he was a loving father and husband. I hope the family is getting comfort from each other at this sad time.

Condolence: So very sorry ! I'll always remember his brilliant smile Xo

Condolence: I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.