Scott Joe Loveless, Sr.
Scott Joe Loveless, Sr.
On July 5, 2026, our family said goodbye to a remarkable man. Scott Joe Loveless, Sr., passed away peacefully at his home in Harrison, Arkansas, at the age of 67. While our hearts grieve his absence today, we find comfort in the hope that this goodbye is not forever. Born on March 25, 1959, in Elgin, Illinois, Scott lived a life defined by family, fun, hard work, and a generous heart. He leaves behind a legacy that reminds us of what love looks like: showing up when you’re needed, lending a helping hand, creating lasting memories, and always making time for the people who matter most.
Scott was many things to many people: a loving father, a cherished Paw Paw, a master craftsman, a teacher, a storyteller, and a friend. Above all else, he was the steady anchor of his family, a man with a larger-than-life personality and an even bigger heart.
Scott never met a stranger he wasn’t willing to help. If someone was down on their luck, he was the first to lend a hand, offer advice, or simply show up when he was needed. His generosity wasn’t something he talked about. It was simply who he was.
A gifted master carpenter, Scott poured his heart into every piece he built. He often said, “If you love what you do, you’ll never have to work a day in your life,” and he lived those words every day. His craftsmanship wasn’t just seen in the homes and projects he completed, but in the memories he created for those he loved. He built playhouses that sparked childhood imaginations, handcrafted holiday and birthday props that became treasured traditions, and created heirloom furniture that will remain in the family for generations. Among his most treasured creations was a beautiful walnut crib that lovingly cradled each of his three grandsons. Never one to stop learning, he even taught himself leatherworking so he could make genuine leather holsters for his grandsons.
Scott was the definition of a jack-of-all-trades. If something was broken, he could fix it. If you showed him a picture, he could build it. More importantly, he believed in passing those skills on. He loved spending Saturdays with his grandsons at Home Depot Kids Workshops or in his own workshop, teaching them not only how to build things, but how to work hard, solve problems, and take pride in doing a job well. His philosophy was simple: “Measure twice, cut once.” Doing something right the first time was always worth the extra effort.
Some of his happiest moments were spent with a fishing pole in hand. The location never mattered nearly as much as the company. Whether on the bank of a pond or out on the water, what Scott treasured most was making memories with the people he loved.
Family was always at the center of Scott’s life. Growing up, music was woven into countless weekends, holidays, and family gatherings. He proudly played the drums in the family band, helping create memories that would last a lifetime. His love of music never faded, and his playlists were filled with country legends and classic rock favorites, especially Merle Haggard and Elvis Presley.
Scott also loved wrestling, could hold his own at the pool table, and always seemed to have an old western playing in the background. Whether it was The Rifleman, Gunsmoke, Bonanza, or Wagon Train, those familiar stories often served as the soundtrack to family conversations. He never missed an opportunity to make someone laugh, whether with a genuinely funny story or one of his famously bad jokes.
The things Scott built with his hands were remarkable, but the life he built with his family was his greatest masterpiece. His children and grandchildren were the center of his world, and there was nothing he treasured more than creating memories with them. His love for his family never wavered, including the enduring love he carried for his cherished daughter, Delinda, whose memory remained forever close to his heart. His wisdom, generosity, laughter, and unwavering presence shaped the lives of those he loved in countless ways. While his absence
leaves a space that can never truly be filled, the lessons he taught, the traditions he created, and the memories he leaves behind will continue to live on through all who knew and loved him.
Scott was preceded in death by his cherished daughter, Delinda Loveless; his mother and stepfather, Dolores and Duane Hagen; his stepmother, Jimmie Lou Loveless; and his grandparents, Frankie and Elmer Loveless.
He is lovingly remembered by his son, Scott Loveless Jr., and his grandsons, Marshall and Mason Loveless; his daughter, Rachael Boles; his son-in-law, Jeremy Boles; and his grandson, Henry Boles; the mother of his children, Freda Day; his father, Jerry Loveless; his brother, Chris Loveless and his wife, Kimberly; his sisters, Crystal Loveless Van Aarde and her husband, Gideon, and Judy Loveless; as well as extended family members and dear friends who were deeply loved by him.
A private celebration of Scott’s life will be held by the family at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the NARMC Foundation (www.narmc.com/foundation) or to a food pantry or charitable organization serving families in your local community, in honor of Scott’s generous heart and lifelong commitment to helping others.
“Until we fish together again in the peaceful waters above, may your line stay tight, your laughter echo across the water, and your love continue to guide us. We will carry you with us always.”
