Charlene A. Scott, 76, of Overland Park, KS, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025. Born on September 22, 1948, in Kansas City, MO, Charlene was the beloved daughter of Charles "Jack" and Beatrice "Brenda" Rankin, who preceded her in death.
Charlene graduated from Ruskin High School in 1966 and later from MidAmerica Nazarene University in 2001. She dedicated 51 years of service to Shawnee Mission (Advent) Medical Center, retiring in 2022 as the Director of Health Information Management. Charlene also worked at Olathe Medical Center for many years in a similar role.
Charlene was married to Steven D. Scott for 55 wonderful years until his passing in February 2023. Together, they built a life filled with love and cherished memories.
She was a loving mother to two children, Steven P. Scott (Rebecca) of Gardner, KS, and Melisa Young (Justin) of Overland Park, KS. Her love and guidance will forever be remembered by her seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Charlene is also survived by her two siblings, Diane Sales (Stephen) of Overland Park, KS, and Phillip Rankin (Janice) of Lone Tree, CO, who will miss her dearly.
Charlene was an avid gardener and enjoyed shopping. She found immense joy and happiness in her “sister time,” hanging out with her Breakfast Club girls and Fab 4 friends, and spending time with family.
She will be remembered as a devoted mother, a cherished daughter, an adored grandmother, a loving aunt, and a wonderful friend whose kindness and warmth touched the lives of so many. She had a generous spirit and a heart full of love. Though she is no longer with us, her memory, love, laughter, and legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
A graveside service will be held 2:30 pm, Friday, June 6, 2025 at Leavenworth National Cemetery, 150 Muncie Rd., Leavenworth, Kansas. Reception details to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Charlene’s favorite charities, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital https://www.stjude.org or the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) https://www.aspca.org/.
She was the best and kindest person. I loved working with her at SMMC and Olathe. I will miss her. Melissa I love you and I am always here for you
Friend ,Chandler ,Arizona
Charlene and I lived across the street from each other. She was in 2nd grade. I was in 3rd. We were best friends for many years. We had been talking for the past couple years. My sister,Laurel, and I were planning a trip to Kansas City to visit Charlene and Diane but hadn’t done it yet. Shows it does not pay to put things off too long. I know how hard it’s going to be for her family. Praying for peace.
Friend/her Secretary ,Merriam ,Kansas
Charlene was a wonderful boss and friend!!! I enjoyed the 28 years I was her Secretary!!! I loved our meals out and talks, too many to count!!! She was a great support and gave good advice to me and many others!!! Her life was cut short way too early, and I’m so sorry she had to suffer at times!!! May God comfort her family and friends who already miss her so much!!! Rest in peace, Charlene!!! We were so blessed to know and love you!!! 😎❤️
