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THE HILLS Uniting Church in northern Brisbane farewelled its oldest member, Bob Scott (aged 95), in July as he moved to Toowoomba to be near his family.
Born in 1915 Mr Scott has lived in Perth and Brisbane.
While a church-goer most of his life, after the tragic death of his eldest son at the age of 32 and with the passing of time Mr Scott’s church attendance lapsed.
When he lost his wife of 60 years in 2005 he felt the need to reconnect with the church but was unsure of where to go.
While on his way to a dental appointment he saw a sign pointing to The Hills Uniting Church.
He decided to give them a go and once he stepped inside he immediately felt at home.
Mr Scott then explored the deeper aspects of his faith and was baptised and confirmed in 2006, his 90th year.
An inspiration to all, he will certainly be missed at The Hills Uniting Church.
Photo : Bob Scott with his farewell cake at The Hills Uniting Church. Photo by Judy Scholes
