With heavy hearts, the family of Jean Scott announces her passing on October 23, 2025. Born in 1927 in Rochester, NY, to Helen and Clarence Brauch, Jean lived a long, faith-filled, and purposeful life—nearly reaching her 98th year.
Raised in St. John the Evangelist Parish in Rochester, Jean attended Mercy High School and later earned her degree in Home Economics from Mercyhurst College in Pennsylvania. It was at a dance in South Bend, Indiana, that she met the love of her life, John “Scotty” Scott, convincing him to trade his home in Trinidad for a new beginning in Rochester. Together, they shared more than 50 wonderful years of marriage before john’s passing in 2001.
Jean was also predeceased by three of her children—Anne Marie, Michael, and Eileen (this past June). She is lovingly remembered by her six surviving children: Drew (Leigh), Mark (Angeli), Brian (Margie), Eric (Cindy), John (Karen) and Cheryl (Ken). She also leaves behind her devoted companion and dear friend Gil Dissen, and her son-in-law Phil Pollot.
A life truly blessed, Jean was the proud matriarch of 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren, each of whom brought her immense joy and countless cherished memories.
Jean dedicated many years to teaching at St. Rita’s School in Webster, NY, and gave generously of her time volunteering at Saint’s Place, Mercy, McQuaid, and Notre Dame fundraisers, as well as serving her local community in many quiet, compassionate ways.
Remarkably independent until just two years ago, Jean faced the challenges following a stroke with grace and strength. She found comfort and care at St. Anne’s Community in Rochester—where, years earlier, she had been a faithful volunteer. Her family treasures the time they spent visiting her there, coming together from across the country to share love, laughter, and lasting moments.
Jean Catherine Brauch Scott was a woman of deep faith, unwavering devotion, and boundless love—for God, her family, her church, and her community. She will be dearly missed by all who were blessed to know her.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Saint’s Place. 46 South Main Street Pittsford, NY 14534 www.saintsplace.org 585-385-6860
Services
A viewing will be held on Tuesday, November 11th, from 4:00–6:00 PM at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport, NY 14450.
A Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, November 12th, at 10:00 AM at Saint John of Rochester, 8 Wickford Way, Fairport, NY 14450. The Mass will also be livestreamed at https://stjohnfairport.org/streaming.
17 responses to “Scott, Jean Catherine”
A beautiful woman of immense faith and kindness. May God bless her soul.
RIP Mrs. Scott. Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and love. I have many fond memories of you and your wonderful family. God bless you and all of the Scott family.
Mrs. Scott — Thank you for sharing love, faith, and joy. Your heart’s bounty overflows, and we in your wake feel gratitude. May the family you made with Eric John know peace.
My dear sweet Jean. I will miss our visits and getting to know you and your family members who visited you at st Ann’s. You shouldered many of life’s sorrows with grace and strength. You were truly an inspiration. I shall always treasure your nickname you gave me. Love Sally
Such a lovely woman! I remember her so well from St Rita’s, where I was Eileen’s classmate! As an adult, I reconnected with her at St John of Rochester where she was so active with the wedding ministry. What a privilege to have known her!
I was one of the main caregivers of Jean Scott on days and I will never forget her and it was such a blessing and honor to have taken care of her and gotten to know her. She was such an amazing woman who continued to challenge anyone and I was impressed because was for me the fight for her remaining aware, consistent, and being able to do all that she could as a senior. She was a mother who had a beautiful and loving relationship with her children. One my comments to her was that she was blessed because of the way her children loved her in return and they never let anything get in the way of sacrificing to make time to be there for her. She had such amazing energy and the number one thought that will remain with me was her trust and her belief in God. I respect that so much about her and God was foremost important to her and I am so glad that I had the honor of taking her to her church services that was very important to her. I love Ms Jean as I called her and she was such a sassy and fancy lady who was full of vigor and life and who always put God first.
We loved Jean! Such a wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend! She will be surely missed. Such an honor to have known her!
Love, The Simkins Family
Jean was a beautiful woman that made this world a lot brighter and warmer. She brought happiness to all that had the privilege to know her. It was an honor and a blessing to take care of her for these last couple years. She put a smile on my face in the simplest ways whether it was when we were singing our favorite songs, holding her hand when she was weary(and her holding my hand when I was weary), sharing a snack and a laugh, pouring chocolate syrup over her favorite ice cream, or a simple “hi hi hi hi”. She deeply impacted my life and she will never be forgotten and will be missed in each and every second of each day. I love you Jean. I know Heaven is a better place now that you are there.
Beautiful and true thoughts. Thank you. Eric Scott
Aunty Jean was a beautiful soul, she was very welcoming and loving person, she was an inspiration, May She Rest In
peace,
John, Suzanne, Shauna, Eric and Paul-Michael❤️🙏🏻
I visited Jean frequently on the 6th floor at St. Ann’s. She was so faithful even when she was discouraged or suffering. The loss of her daughter Eileen was such a blow to her already broken heart. I rejoice now that she is reunited with those family and friends who have gone before her. I have been edified by the care and attentiveness shown to her by her children and friends. This care happens when one as shown such care in earlier times. Jean, may the angels already embrace you and may you be resting in the loving arms of the God you loved so very much.
What a classy lady. I visited Jean a little over a year ago at St Anne’s. She was in great spirits. I met Jean through Meaott Construction and a rotating poker game that Scottie (Jean) hosted at Bay Road. After Scottie’s death, each year Jean would bring me all her tax stuff with a box of Whitt-man’s. Such a kind and wonderful lady, I know she will be missed by all who knew her.
Rest peacefully Mrs. Scott, so very many memories of you during my years as a student at St. Ritas and also in the years following with my young family. You showed our family so much kindness during the loss of my brother Timothy. The parish was truly blessed to have you.
Sincere condolences to all in Jean’s family. She was a grace presence to us at St Ann’s.
Prayerfully,
Fr Al Delmonte
Mrs. Scott was one of my teachers at Saint Rita’s School. I recall that she was warm, capable and devoted. These attributes made her an inspiration. She brought qualities to the classroom that no degree can confer. My memory of her as well as those of Sister Mary Jamesetta, Sister Mary Ellen and Mrs. McRae are some of the fondest from my days at Saint Rita’s. My sincere condolences to her family.
So sorry to hear you lost your mom. I remember her from when I was young on Oakdale. We (Ketterer’s) lived across the street from you. I have just 1 picture of me, LuAnn, Mark and Brian. So sad for you. My mom is still hanging in there and living in Pittsford. The woman at the front desk in her facility is Annie and knows your family, that’s how we knew of her passing. Good memories on Oakdale.
I worked with Jean at voting every 2 years for quite some time. Although our politics were different,
our friendship was solid. We would meet up at the Fairport library concerts each summer which she attended with her companion. Her hugs will be missed by me. I’m just finding out about her passing today. I’m deeply saddened.