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Tevester Scott Obituary

Tevester Edwin Scott, affectionately called "Ed" by family and "T. Scott" by friends, transitioned this life to be with the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 12, 2019. He was a good son, devoted brother, loving husband and a proud and doting father. Tevester Edwin was born on January 12, 1966 to Marion Holmes Scott and the late Tevester Scott in Jackson, Mississippi. He was reared in a loving Christian home along with his sister, Athalia. With a strong faith and dedication to God being evident, Tevester accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Having a talent for music, he began his life of service sharing his gift of playing the piano. This love for music would continue throughout his life. Educated in the Jackson Public School System, Tevester graduated in 1983 from Callaway High School. While at Callaway, he was recognized and became a prolific trombone player thus earning the title of First Chair. Tevester was also known for his athletic skills in basketball. He attended Mississippi State University. Upon leaving the university, he enlisted in the United States Navy. After his Naval career, he graduated from Southern University and later went on to obtain his degree in Business Administration. He was COO of No Limit Records. He has managed the careers of over twenty artists who have achieved platinum and gold record status. He was the co-owner of Big Truck Records and founder and CEO of TES Enterprises and Rainmakers Entertainment. Tevester was a Lobbyist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Washington D.C. He served as CEO of "The Famous Theatre" while residing in Baton Rouge. He was also CEO of CUSP1 Business Development. Also, was the Owner/President of AVI Consulting, and worked as a Consultant for Aetna, while residing in Atlanta. He also served as Chairman of the Board for the Northwood Country Club in Lawrenceville, GA. Tevester and wife, Lisa founded Sixty6 Media Group. Tevester was a mentor and a friend to many. Tevester married Lisa on July 21, 2001 and to this union two beautiful children were born. He treasured and adored his children. Tevester Edwin Scott is survived by his devoted wife, Lisa; three loving children, Brandon Scott, Dallas, TX; Tyler and Taylor, Duluth, GA; loving mother, Marion Scott, Jackson, MS; sister, Athalia (Floyd) Hines, Jackson, MS; aunts, Thelma Kinney, Fannie Taylor, and Inez Stuckey; uncle, Levi (Rosetta Scott) all of Jackson, MS; mother-in-law, Andrea Pillow, sister-in-law, Carmen Pillow Smith, Nashville, TN; niece, Cydney Smith, Atlanta, GA, niece/Godchild, Colbye Smith, Nashville, TN; nephews, Floyd Denzel and Darius Hines, Atlanta, GA and Cedric Smith, Denver, CO; devoted cousins, Juan Gordon and Tiffani Cox. The family invites you to join in the Celebration of Life Services on Thursday, March 21, 2019. Visitation begins at 5:00 pm until Celebration at 6:00 pm, Mt. Pilgrim Family Life Center, 9700 Scenic Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA. Services will continue on Saturday, March 23, 2019, Tougaloo College, Woodworth Chapel, 500 County Line Rd., Tougaloo, MS. Visitation begins at 11:00 am until Service at 12:00 pm. Officiant, Pastor Jeffery Stegall, Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Services entrusted to Hall Davis and Son. www.halldavisandson.com.

Published by The Advocate from Mar. 16 to Mar. 23, 2019.
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Tavester was like another son to me . God rest your soul and may your family continue to place their trust in the Almighty. Rest in the arms of God. AMEN

Sylvia Copper

Friend

May 2, 2019

Offering prayers for a fallen Sailor.

Barry Jarreau

March 28, 2019

I'm praying for comfort for the Scott family. Tevester will surely be missed by his Southern family. Rest in Heaven, T.

Tammy Clark

March 22, 2019

My prayers go out to the family and friends. He was a good person and always had encouraging words for any and everybody.

Eric Coleman

March 22, 2019

Sending love and light to the consummate music industry professional who was nothing but cordial and kind when our paths crossed during my tenure with No Limit Records and Films. Much love and respect; sending sincere condolences to Ves's family and friends.

Adrienne Davis Lott

March 21, 2019

Ves going to miss you Q

QUINN BATISTE

Friend

March 21, 2019

Praying for the Family

Jerry Patton

March 20, 2019

Please know that so many others share your grief and are praying in behalf of the family for God to provide the needed comfort and support from family and friends during your time of mourning.

March 20, 2019

May God continue to bring Comfort to Tevester Family and Friends you've given so much of yourself in this life. Well Done. Friend gone too soon with sooo much work left to do. My Deepest Sympathy Too you Family We've Truly lose one of the great one... I'm still in disbelief. I'm sure your family knows just how much your loved them.

Jean aka Kim Davis

March 20, 2019

a loved one

March 19, 2019

You will be missed dear friend! Keep them laughing up there! I know you will!

Kimberly Stephens

March 19, 2019

Lisa, you and your family are in my prayers.
Love,
LaSheryl Jones-Hall
Nashville. TN

LaSheryl Hall

March 19, 2019

To the Scott Family, I pray for your strength in the days, weeks and months to come. Dwell on the memories with your loved one. I will never forget our days on "the yard". T. Scott was a gentle giant who always wore an awesome smile. My friend

Alicia Moore

March 19, 2019

You will be greatly missed. RIH

Tasha

Tasha Thompson

March 19, 2019

Thanks Tevester for being my math tutoring in college(SU). You will truly be missed!

LASHAWN C

March 19, 2019

RIP, my friend! You will be missed.

Clide Hinds

March 19, 2019

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Elaine Pounds Thomas and Family

March 19, 2019

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Chris Epperson & Family

March 19, 2019

Condolences to the family. Isaiah 61:1

March 18, 2019

I will miss you greatly my friend. RIP.

Nathian Hossley

March 18, 2019

My Brother, my friend you will be sadly missed, my prayers are with your family constantly, thank you for the business and great memories we shared together, brother you will never be forgotten, TES will live on. RIP my friend. RIP. I will miss you!

Nathian Hossley

March 18, 2019

Keryl Silas

March 18, 2019

Sharing in your sadness as you remember Tevester. He will be missed, but never forgotten. John 3:16,17
SJ

March 18, 2019

My deepest sympathy to you and your family as you mourn your loss. May you find comfort in God's word at Isiah 25:8

CP.

March 17, 2019

My soul cries out for the Scott family. May you find strength in the arms of the Lord now and in the days to come. His footprints are there as He walks along beside you and carries you. Love you guys.

George and Maxine Kinney

March 17, 2019

With Deepest sympathy, praying the Lord give you peace and strength.

Parnice Clark

March 16, 2019

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