March 27, 1943 – Aug 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Scott Drever. After a long struggle with many health conditions, Scott died peacefully at home in the loving care of his family. Scott was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather who loved his family deeply. Scott is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Judy, loving daughters Kim and Kyla (Brian) and grandson Riley.
He had a kind soul and a generous spirit. A quick and clever wit was one of his many endearing traits amongst family and friends, which also allowed him to capture the hearts of his caregivers and healthcare staff who worked with him over the past few years. Thankfully, his mischievous sense of humour stayed with him until the end.
Scott travelled all over the world with his work in mining and exploration. Indonesia and Mexico held special places in his heart where he helped spearhead local projects like building new schools and other community improvement programs. After more than 50 years in the industry, Scott retired with the hope that he could focus on regaining his health, and being a prospector at heart, he would have been content to sit in a river and pan for gold in his retirement.
The family wishes to thank Scott’s devoted caregivers Anna and Jocelyn, his various healthcare practitioners, and all those at the North Shore Palliative Care team who worked so hard with kindness and compassion to keep Scott in his beloved home until the end.
In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Scott’s memory in the form of donations to organizations furthering research in Parkinson’s and Lewy Body dementia, the Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation or a charity of your choice.
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Sheila Genaille
Dear Judy, Kim and Kyla
I am saddened to hear the news of Scott’s passing. My last few emails were never answered and as we did keep in touch at least once a year. I had sent him a picture of his mother from her days in a women’s group in Russell as well as pictures of the house he grew up in. I am thankful that Scott and Judy took the time to meet for lunch many years ago when in I was in Vancouver. “May the stars carry your sadness away, may the flowers fill your heart with beauty, may hope forever wipe away your tears, and, above all, may silence make you strong”. – Chief Dan George. Sending prayers for strength