John "Scott" Wagner

Cedar Lake, IN -John Scott Wagner, better known as Scott by friends and family, age 67, passed away with his daughters at his side. He fought bravely against cancer over the past year. He was born in Rensselaer, Indiana in early spring of 1956. Scott was a graduate of Crown Point High School class of 1975 and resided in Cedar Lake. Scott was preceded in death by his parents, John “Bud” and Marjorie Wagner (nee Knoezer); sister: Sandra (Sandy) Shreve; brothers-in-law: Larry Askren and Shane Miller. Scott is survived by his daughters: Wendy Myers and Brooke Wagner; sons-in-law: Chad Myers and Brandon Biggs; grandchildren: Brandon Myers, Carter Myers, William John Scott Coppage, Allison Lytle, Ashley Lytle, Rebel Biggs; great-grandchild: Fiadh Myers; sisters: Robin Askren, Pam DiDonato, Anne Miller; brothers in-law: Vince DiDonato and Ed Shreve. Scott was generous, kind, and well-liked by all who knew him. He was a devoted father and cherished his time and relationships with his daughters, sisters, sons-in-law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was always ready to give advice and help… If you know what I’m saying. Scott was an expert millwright and industrial mechanic, retiring from US Steel after nearly 30 years of service. He valued education, hard work, labor unions, and above all the golden rule. He was a hobbyist that enjoyed carpentry, classic rock music, and working on his ‘73 Plymouth Duster. He found peace in nature and enjoyed several outdoor activities, including camping, archery, fishing & ice-fishing, and deer-hunting. He relished experimenting with recipes in the kitchen, feeding the birds, and finding unique ways to keep squirrels away. Most of all, he liked sharing his hobbies with others…you know what I’m saying. Scott believed in giving back to the community. He was an advocate for nature and animals, volunteered as a softball coach for Hebron Little League, and donated regularly to social causes including the Defenders of Wildlife Fund, AARP Foundation, and local Fire-Fighters. Scott will be missed dearly by family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Indiana Nongame and Wildlife Fund in John Scott Wagner’s honor. For every $40 given, the fish and wildlife will benefit from an additional $74 in federal funds. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 7, 2023, from 2 p.m. until time of sharing at 6 p.m. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN. www.burnsfuneral.com . https://www.in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/nongame-and-endangered-wildlife/donate-to-the-indiana-nongame-wildlife-fund/

John "Scott" Wagner

July 2, 2023