Scott C. McGinnis, 57, of New Sharon, died Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at home, with his wife at his side.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am, Friday, August 16, 2024, at Cox-Smith Funeral and Cremation. Memorials may be directed to the Lacey United Methodist Church or to Mahaska Serenity House and sent in care of Cox-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, PO Box 163, Grinnell, Iowa 50112.

Scott Clayton McGinnis was born on November 8, 1966, to Jerry and Connie (Murk) McGinnis in Grinnell. He graduated from Grinnell High School. Scott was a welder at Vermeer for over 17 years.  He met Vickie in March of 1991, and they were married on February 16, 2002, in Grinnell. They have been together for 33 years. Scott held a passion for fishing and bow hunting for deer. He enjoyed camping and his trips to Northeastern Iowa for trout fishing. Scott always had time to drink a cold one with friends. He enjoyed every moment of his well lived life. He will be missed.

He is survived by his wife, Vickie McGinnis of New Sharon; step-children, Adam Underwood of Altoona and Shawn (Rachael) of Prairie City, Iowa; grandchildren, Myra, Kylie and Brantley Underwood; his mother, Connie McGinnis of Grinnell; brother, Steve McGinnis of Coralville; mother-in-law, Myra Kolpin; brothers-in-law, Jeff Kolpin and Corey Kolpin; many dear friends; and his beloved dog, Lady.

Scott was preceded in death by his father, Jerry McGinnis and his father-in-law, Gary Kolpin.

Cox-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting Scott's family with arrangements.