Scott was born in Tulsa. He attended Nimitz Jr High and Memorial. Following graduation he attended Oklahoma State University, majoring in marketing. While at OSU, Scott enjoyed working in ad sales at the Daily O'Colly. He was married to fellow classmate Kim Nail from 1976-1983. Scott was employed as a Corporate Credit Analyst at the time of his death. He is survived by his 2 children, 4 grandchildren and a brother.