Cordelia Scott age 83, was called to glory on November 28, 2020.

Preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Henry L. Scott Sr.

Cordelia is survived by her children Henry L. Scott Jr., (Lorretta), Deirdre Scott, and stepchildren, Gregory Barnett (Terri), and Daphney McCaleb. 10 Grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Close and life long friends Marquita Thompson and Ruby Rollins.

Preceded in death by her son Kenneth Scott, and sister, Ola Mae Parker.

Cordelia Scott was born in Bessemer Alabama on June 30, 1937.  She was the eldest child of Roosevelt Underwood and Lula Mae Brooks Underwood.

Cordelia was raised in Bessemer and attended Winona Senior High School, where she was an excellent student and athlete.  After high school, she furthered her education gaining an Associate Degree in Secretarial Services.  This led her to an Administrative position at Alabama A&M University, which she greatly enjoyed. She moved to Cleveland and held other jobs including working for the IRS, Higbee’s Department Store, and the Cleveland County Election Board.

Cordelia met and married Henry L. Scott, Sr, and they migrated to Cleveland, Ohio to grow and raise their family.

Cordelia was a member of Windemere United Methodist Church for more than 30 years. She was a Sunday School teacher and also, worked in the church office.  She later joined Church of The Saviour, where she enjoyed her church family and was active in the Ladies Circle and Bible Study.