In Memory of

Class of 2013
May 24, 1995 - Aug 21, 2023

Forrest Hardin Scott, 28, of Lakeland, passed away on August 21, 2023. He was born in Lakeland, Florida on May 24, 1995.

As a young man, Forrest had a natural talent for motocross racing. He loved to fish, and spending time with his friends. After high school, Forrest joined the Marine Corp, and proudly served for 4 years. Following his military service, Forrest joined the Polk County Sheriffs office as a Deputy, where he has served and protected his community for the last 5 years. Forrests greatest joy was his daughter Kinsley. He loved spending time with her and watching her grow.

Forrest is survived by his daughter, Kinsley Lipphardt; parents, Paige and Rob Stroud; sisters, Jessica Otwell and Samantha Mott; grandparents, Janice and Bob Wilson; father, Forrest Scott.