James William Babel Scott, age 75, of Winfield, Alabama, went home to be with the Lord on June 11, 2025. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Carol Scott, parents Carless and Frances Scott, and brothers Marion, Terry, and Lloyd Scott. James was known for his wisdom, steady presence, and unwavering love to his family and friends. He is survived by his sister Wanda Flynn, brother Clarence Scott, and daughter Lynette Holloway, Donna Gilbert, and Deanna White. He was a proud grandfather to Dylan Gilbert (Kali), Dalaina Hayes (Zack), Abby and Mason Holloway, and a great-grandfather to Aurora and Magnolia Gilbert. James “Pawpaw” Scott dedicated over 20 years of honorable service to his country in the United States Army, rising to the rank of Sergeant First Class. After retiring from the military, he continued serving others as a paramedic in Birmingham, Alabama. Later, he worked with Tombigbee Electrical Co-op as the Director of Member Services as well as the Safety Director, where he remained until his retirement in 2012. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in memory of James to support scholarships for the District 5 Pocket of Enthusiasm Annual Retreat, a cause close to his heart (James Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund) at/www.gofundme.com/f/james-scott-memorial-scholarships-fund

A memorial service honoring James’s life will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Winfield Freewill Baptist Church. Visitation will take place starting at 11:00 a.m. and service will begin at 11:30 a.m.

Boowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Scott family.