Reta Ann Scott

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all of them also that love his appearing.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      ~II Timothy 4:7-8

Rita (Reta) Ann Scott was born February 26, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio to Irma Jean and Benjamin Henry Ware. Rita was one of 4 children from her parents’ union. She accepted Christ at the age of 13 and she was truly a woman after God’s own heart. She was a graduate of South High School Class of 1978. Rita met the love of her life Curtis D Scott, and they were married June 24th, 1978. Married for forty-three years. As stated in Proverbs 31, the heart of her husband had complete trust in her and he lacked nothing. She rewarded him with good and not evil all the days of his life.  She was the “apple of his eyes,” and he was the “sunshine of her life.” this union produced three children. Christina, Charles, and Douglas.

First Lady Scott was the wife of Bishop Curtis D. Scott, Pastor of New Life Apostolic Church of Columbus, Ohio where she faithfully served in the ministry with him. For over 30 years. She loved God, His word and all his people. First Lady par excellence, a discerning counselor, an anointed minister, a skillful and knowledgeable Sunday School teacher, a conquering prayer warrior. Her sheer will to live, strength of character and resilience are testament to her unwavering faith and trust in God.   She expressed her thanksgiving and praise for God’s goodness. She calmly navigated the charted course of her roles with grace, poise, wisdom, dignity, and strength.

“Her children rise up to call her blessed,” Proverbs 31:28

Rita was a loving, supportive, tower of quiet strength for her husband, a doting mother for her children She was a woman of noble character who worked tirelessly in support of her family. An excellent cook and homemaker, she created a home of comfort, order, beauty, and elegance.  Rita, she raised her children with love, dignity, respect and continued to lead them to God. She leaves to cherish all the precious moments: her husband, Bishop Curtis Scott; her children Christina, Douglas (Nallely) and her grandchildren Eli and Russell Scott of Columbus: Sibling Steven Ware. A host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and the New Life Apostolic Church Family.

On Monday, September 13, 2021, Rita Scott completed her journey on earth and transitioned from this earthly realm to her heavenly home.

She was preceded to glory by Mother Irma Ware, Father Benjamin Ware Sr, her son Charles, her brother Benjamin Ware Jr, and Mark Ware.

Visitation 9:00 AM and Funeral Service 10:00 AM Saturday, September 18, 2021 at First Church of God , 3480 Refugee Road. Mask and Social Distancing are required. Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.