It’s About the People.. Always about the People – Dedicating a Seat —Dale ‘Scoon” Scott

June 16, 2018, Carleton Place

You know if Dale “Scoon” Scott had been alive yesterday, he would have been happy to see all the folks that turned out at Market Square to see a bench dedicated in his honour. But he wasn’t, as Scoon died at the age of 42 after a courageous battle with cancer, on Saturday June 7, 2008.

Dale’s parents proudly cutting the ribbon– Jim and Edna

Ten years later the people in the large crowd recounted memories of the man with the tune who will always be fondly remembered for his countless hours of community involvement, and his “Tunes by Scoon” D.J. service.

But honestly, even with all that charity work he did, Scoon will mostly be remembered by the people who loved him for who he was. In fact, I am sure he would have been thrilled to know that the Bowes Brothers made up a song for him. There wasn’t a dry eye in the crowd *“in the town he loved to live for- in this town where he belonged”– Carleton Place.

*Lyrics-The Bowes Brothers

In today’s dedication we contributed the broken shards of our memories to a larger picture to reflect on Scoon’s life and his many legacies. The people of Carleton Place and surrounding area got together, collected money, and produced this wonderful memory together.

One might realize that this bench is more like Scoon than we might think. The solid nature of the bench demonstrates how he brought various groups of people together for a common purpose of good.

So today, take 5 minutes and stop someone anywhere-that’s right, anywhere. Just to ask them how their day is going. Give it a try, it’s not going to hurt you. Do it in memory of Dale ‘Scoon’ Scott. Thanks now!

“David put his hand in the bag and pulled out a stone and slung it, and it hit the Philistine in the head, and he fell to the ground”

I Samuel 17:49

(Scoon’s favorite verse from the movie Hoosiers)

I would like to personally thank the Carleton Place staff (Joanne Henderson) who worked on this and put forth their best efforts. Thanks also go to Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn. Last but not least— thank you to the woman who started it all —Shan Munro-Link!

As Shan said: “He was a champion for our town of Carleton Place. His passion for volunteering was amazing and there were a lot of projects that wouldn’t have gotten off the ground if it weren’t for Dale.

Thank you to everyone that came out today. It was a beautiful day and a wonderful crowd. More than one tear was shed but the memories and stories shared were great.

Please stop by and have a seat. Thanks now”.

Well done everyone!! Well done Carleton Place! Working side by side in harmony to make a town work!