Randy Joe Stott

1955-2024

 

     Randy Joe Stott, 68 of Keokuk, IA passed away Monday, February 5, 2024 at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in Ft. Madison, IA.

     He was born June 3, 1955 in Kirksville, MO the son of Donald and Wilma Dice Stott.  Randy graduated from Scotland County High School with the class of 1973 and from Southeastern Community College in 2007 with Phi Theta Kappa honors.

     On September 16, 1978 Randy was united in marriage to Tina LeMaster in Keokuk.  She survives.

     Other survivors include one daughter, Randi Michelle Waterman (Brian Hoekstra) of Burlington, IA, one son, Jake Stott (Ashley) of California and two grandchildren, Andrew and Brody Waterman as well as one more on the way.  He is also survived by two sisters, Cretia Hesse (Rick) of Kahoka, MO and Patti Runge (John) of Keokuk and several nieces and nephews. 

     He was preceded in death by his parents.

     Randy had been employed by Trellex Rubber in Keokuk and later at Knapheide in Quincy, IL.  He also worked in construction.

     He was a member of Crossview Fellowship.

     Randy and Tina enjoyed traveling together.  He also enjoyed woodworking and watching animal videos.  He was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan.  Randy was generous with his time and talents and volunteered as a Meals on Wheels delivery driver.

     A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, at Crossview Fellowship in Keokuk with Pastor Kevin Hardcastle officiating.  Burial will be in the Oakland Cemetery in Keokuk.

     Visitation will be held after 1 p.m., Thursday, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, with family meeting with friends from 5-7 p.m.

     Memorials may be made to Keokuk Head Start or to Milestones (Meals on Wheels).

     Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.vigenmemorialhome.com