Darrell Scott, age 51 gained his wings in the arms of devoted wife on September 11, 2026.

Darrell had two dreams; he wanted to fly, and to love someone completely that loved him the same in return. He left this earth having fulfilled both.

Darrell grew up in Yazoo City, Mississippi. He graduated from Delta State University and earned his first set of wings. He commissioned into the Air Force as a navigator and deployed during the Global War on Terrorism. He transferred to the 121 Air Refueling Wing in 2005 to become a KC-135 Aircraft Commander. He retired in 2018 with 10 deployments in 16 countries and 4895 flying hours. Darrell continued his outstanding aviation career with over a decade as a Southwest Airlines Captain.

If Darrell wasn’t flying in the clouds, he was in the outdoors fishing or hiking with his wife or hunting with his friends. His playful personality and quiet magnetism naturally drew people to his side. He was an active member of the Philo United Methodist Church.

Fly high until we meet again.

2 Celebrations of Darrell’s life will be held, one in Ohio and one in Mississippi, dates and times to be determined. A memorial service will also be held at Philo United Methodist Church, date and times are currently pending.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating blood or platelets. These life saving donations allowed Darrell to remain with his family longer and we are forever grateful to those donors.

Arrangements care of Farus Funeral Home, Duncan Falls.