Scott Richard Gillin, a Henryetta resident died Jan. 8, 2024, at the age of 48 in Tulsa. He was born July 2, 1975, in McAlester to Charles Russell and Clara Jean (Phifer) Gillin.
Scott attended Wilson schools and graduated from Wilson High School in 1993. Continuing his education, Scott pursued his passion for agriculture at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, setting the stage for his future dedication to the field.
On July 18, 1998, Scott married the love of his life, Cheryl Winters, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
In his professional life, Scott shaped minds as the Ag Teacher at Dustin Public School, where he instilled a love of learning and agriculture in his students. He also worked diligently as a water operator for McIntosh RWD #13.
Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Clara, and his brother, Brad Gillin.
He is survived by his wife, Cheryl; his daughters, Neecie, Aggie, and Kynzie; his step-dad, David Lane; and family friends, Jeff and Margret Wingo and Joe Rose, all of Henryetta.
A celebration of life service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024 at the First United Methodist Church, 1212 South Lake Drive in Henryetta with Reverend David Shahan officiating.
Arrangements and cremation services have been entrusted to Integrity Funeral Service.