Scott King, 75, of Moorhead, MN passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 surrounded by his loving family at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND.
Mass of Christian burial for Scott will be held 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Red Lake Falls, MN with Father Bob Schreiner officiating and John Bruggeman Deacon. Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery near Red Lake Falls, MN. Military Honors will be given by the Red Lake County Joint Funeral Honor Guard.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held following the service at the American Legion Club in Red Lake Falls.
Scott Alan King was born on October 15, 1950, in Warren, Minnesota, to Lawrence and Marguerite (Morin) King. Scott attended school in Argyle, Red Lake Falls and White Bear Lake where he graduated in 1968.
Following a year in college Scott proudly served in the US Navy from 1970 to 1978. During part of his service as an Avionics Technician, he was stationed on the USS Oriskany off the shores of Vietnam. His service shaped his lifelong dedication to hard work, precision, and helping others.
After returning home, Scott built a long and respected career as a Computer Technician for NCR, where he was known for his patience, problem‑solving skills, and willingness to lend a hand to anyone who needed it. He helped many times with family computer problems and did his best to fix all their issues.
Scott enjoyed bowling and golf being on leagues throughout his lifetime. He was an avid Vikings fan even during the worst times and never gave up on them.
On August 2, 1986 Scott married Shirley Cota. With this marriage he gained 3 beautiful daughters. His life became much busier with 3 girls in the house. He embraced his new life with all the love he had to share. His role as father, grandfather and great grandfather was one he cherished. He was known by his grandkids to give the best “Bear Hugs”. They loved his bear hugs as much as he loved giving them.
Scott enjoyed attending all school and sporting events for both his daughters and grandkids. His enthusiasm and smile were a part of every event.
Scott was a proud member of the American Legion and VFW, where he found camaraderie and purpose among fellow veterans.
Scott is survived by his wife Shirley of 39 years. His daughters, Lori (Pete) Hagl, Kari (Jim) Baillif and Jodi (Ryan) Schmitz. His grandchildren Ben (Laikyn Pfeife) Hagl, Lexi (Justin) Heisler, Kylee (Bryan) DuBois, Kaitlyn Nelsen, Dominick (Ruby Brinkman) Baillif, Kristina Baillif, Hailey Diggins, Austin Diggins and Bridget Lehrer (surviving spouse of Cory Lehrer). His great grandchildren, Cruz, Braxton, Callahan and Brooks.
Scott is also survived by his brothers Jerry King, Tom (Carol) King and his sister Mary Jo (Terry) Schmitz. His in-laws, Jerome (Gale) Cota, Carol (Tom) King, Alan (Patty Berberena) Cota and Mike (Kathy) Cota.
He is preceded in death by his grandson Cory Lehrer, his parents Lawrence and Marguerite King, his brother Wayne King, his sisters Nancy Zaretzky and Bonnie King, his sister-in-law Julie King, his in-laws Adelore and Lucille Cota and his nephews Travis Cota, Simon Schmitz and Brian King.
Scott will be remembered by his smile, his card playing, his endless knowledge about songs and artists and the deep love he held for his family.
Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.
Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
