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Rev. Kirk C. Scott, retired local pastor of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023. During his ministry he served Millington United Methodist Church.
Rev. Scott was 75 years old.
A memorial service will be held at Wheatland Salem United Methodist Church, 1852 95th Street, Naperville, IL, on July 18 at 1:30 p.m.
Messages of condolence can be sent to his family:
Sharon L. Scott
1226 Springdale Cir,cle
Naperville, IL 60564
Sharonlouscott303@gmail.com
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to the Northern Illinois Food Bank, Voice of the Martyrs, or a charity of the donor's choice.
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