Raymond Ojeddo Scott III “Scottie”, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on January 18, 1950, in Portsmouth, Virginia, Scottie was the beloved son of Raymond Ojeddo Jr. and Jessie Poe Scott. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Scottie lived a life full of passion, purpose, and deep love for those around him.
Scottie had an incredible zest for life. He poured his heart into coaching youth sports, found joy in sled dog racing, and loved working in his shop. But above all, his greatest happiness came from spending time with his family. His love for them was the foundation of everything he did.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Linda, who was the center of his world; his oldest daughter Renee (Laura), his youngest daughter Jessica (Derek) and their children Kaiden, Easton, Piper, and Lawson; and his son Derek (Deena) and their children Kinslee, Avery and Wyatt. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Ojeddo Jr. and Jessie Poe Scott, and his sister, Jessie Scott Reeves.
Scottie had an extraordinary gift for making others feel seen, heard, and valued. His infectious laugh, playful humor, compassionate heart, and gentle soul left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He made people feel like family—whether he had known them for years or just a moment.
He was a blessing in the lives of all who knew him, and his spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
A celebration of Scottie’s life will be held on Friday, March 21, at 1:00 PM at Great Bridge Presbyterian Church in Chesapeake, Virginia. All are welcome to join the family in honoring his memory. A reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Coach Scottie Softball Scholarship c/o the Chesapeake Public Schools Educational Foundation. Donations can be made online at cpsef.com or mailed to CPSEF 1421 Kristina Way Chesapeake, VA 23320.