Scott HARRIS Obituary

On relocating to Nelson recently I went to my favourite Cobbler, Scott - the shop is gone. How unusual for a loyal customer to see Scott is not there, & gutting. Scott has been fixing, changing my shoes/boots for around 35 years. He would say 'no Sarah' and I would go back in to double check...'are you sure Scott'...It has been a bit of a giggle to say the least.
On popping in a couple of years ago after 10 years of not being around, I walk in that door and get 'Hey Sarah, great to see you' - Me - "Oh My goodness, you remember my name' -
Scott - 'How could I forget you'.
Today - I have just returned from Mr Minit to fix my shoe in Richmond where I spoke of my favourite Cobbler Scott. Mr Minit told me this dreadful news.
I had no idea Scott had passed and it is absolutely devastating this gentle, incredible, clever man is no longer on our planet.
My thoughts to you dear Scott, and your family.
I will miss our banter terribly as that is another big reason I would pop in and annoy you, hopefully it brightened up your day occasionally. If only I had mentioned this to you the last time I saw you which turns out, it was just before you left this place.
Much love - always
Sarah

52 today Miss you heaps bro❤

Sorry to hear of you loss .Prickles,Chick,and Noel.Long time no see.02102950332.

Scott, I am so sorry to hear of your passing tonight. My heart hurts for you and your family. I loved walking up to topz to pick up the repairs when I worked at Taylor’s. You were always so kind and would have a laugh with me. I’m very sad.

Our very favourite shoe repair man. Such a lovely guy and gutted to read of Scott 's passing. You will be so missed by many in your iconic shoe shop.
Much love to all Scott's family xx

Shocked and sad like so many here in Nelson.
We will miss your friendly warm presence and the feeling that this shop was a corner of our world that was how this world should be: Care, craftsmanship and trust.
A good man, go well!

Heartfelt sympathies to Don and Maureen, and all of Scott's family.
Our world has lost a treasure. You are missed by all who knew and valued you.
For those who loved you, I imagine immeasurable pain and sorrow.... so sorry.
Rest easy now dear Scott.

I am so deeply saddened to hear of Scott's recent passing. Scott like his Dad before him was a fantastic craftsman and mended our families shoes and other leather items over the years. Scott was always kind, generous with his time, humble and always happy to converse with his customers. We had a fantastic conversation 4 years ago just prior to an amazing trip to Cuba. My utmost sympathies to Don, Maureen, Miranda, family and friends; may your love for each other and Scott carry you through your grief.

I am so saddened to hear of Scott's premature passing. i only ever knew Scott as a master craftsman who repaired our families shoes and leather bags/belts. Scott was consistently kind, generous to a fault, always up for a chat (we had a great conversation prior to a magical trip to Cuba), conversant in a wide range of topics/interests. Our sincere sympathies to Maureen, Don and families

Deeply saddened by this news of Scott . Had a night in town last October in Christchurch,was in good spirits and positive about his life .

Condolences to Scott's family ♥ I knew Scott in high school then we reunited again a few years ago, Scott was a kind sincere heartwarming person whom will be missed terribly and is such a terrible heartbreaking loss. I hope you now have the peace that you so longed for. Love Andi xx

Scott was one of the nicest men I ever met - hugely intelligent and equally generous. I am so sorry to learn of his passing, and send condolences to his family.

Scott, I just heard the news of your passing which came as such a shock...having recently chatted with you around the challenges you were feeling and your plans for 2021... May you now be at peace and fly free. Blessings to you and your loved ones.

Getting that dreadful call on the passing of Scott was/Is heartbreaking.So loved by his beautiful parents and sister.No words can ease the pain the whole family is going through. Maureen,Don,Miranda and family,Susan ,Young Scott,James and families plus Scott's beautiful wee granddaughter our thoughts and heartfelt wishes are with all of you.Scotts cousins Douglas and Jason will think of only happy memories of him We might live In Australia/USA but we feel your pain. Sisterinlaw,friend ,Aunt ,Carole

Maureen and Don
We cannot imagine the gap Scotts passing will leave in your hearts.
Our love pours out to you both and your loved ones.
Hugs
Maxine and Wayne

Have only just now heard the news of Scott leaving us. My heart is saddend and my love goes out to all his family he left behind. I had all respect and trust in this man - it was always a pleasure to walk into his shop and fix the ways of the world. One true Kiwi mate. You will be missed.
God Bless

A good keen man. Always had a smile for me. Will really miss ya Scott.

To Don and Maureen.Very sorry to hear of your loss,
Ross Johnston

Have just heard the sad sad news.Scott was a true friend. Always pleased to see you and just great company.
I'm hurting over the loss and will do for some time.
Gone but certainly not forgotton.
Go well my friend.

Belated condolences to Scott's family. I will miss our chats in the shop and his presence at my auctions. We shared a passion for cars and motorbikes. Regards, John Walker

Such a wonderful guy!.
Helped me through some of the hardest times of my life, always was happy to help a friend in need, will miss my visits to the shop whenever I visited town. Am seriously shocked at this news, my condolences to his family & friends. Ride in peace my friend.

Life as we know deals some cruel and terrible blows at times and this is one of those. I will miss the opportunity of not being able to have a chat when I would take my shoes in to be repaired. I hope Scott has found peace and my thoughts and sympathy to his family. Hold on to the beautiful memories that you have of him. Sending hugs, Erin

So sad to learn of Scott's passing. So warm and kind his light made the world brighter for everyone he touched. My deepest sympathy to Scott's family, he will be greatly missed.

Some say that everyone should do something hard every day, so this is our hard thing for today. It is hard to acknowledge that our lovely New Zealand nephew is gone. It is hard to see Don and Maureen in such pain, and hard to hear of Mirandas distress. Our hearts are broken, not only for our own sense of loss, but for Scott's whole family. Scott was certainly loved and valued beyond measure- a loving son father grandfather husband, and unique craftsman also. The sense of loss and sadness falls heavily on his Aussie cousins as well. We send our love and deepest sympathy to everyone at this very sad and hard time. Rod and Deborah Cooroy Qld.

Such great memories of Scott as we grew up together in our teens and 20's. A friend to Miranda we had lots of fun at your places, mine and the good old Valley Inn. You have left us too soon. You will be missed more than you will ever know. Deepest sympathies to Maureen, Don, Miranda and your children. May you the bourbon be flowing where you are. You wont be forgotten. Love Camille

Dear Don and Maureen, So sad to loose a son so young, our thoughts are with you. R. I. P Scott. Bryan and Pamela Chapman.

Such sad news. Scott you were such a lovely man. Rest in Peace.

I'm sad to no that Scott has gone from us all may he be with God now

My deepest sympathy to Scott's family. I was a neighbour when the family lived in Weka St and never did know Scott's surname.... so my condolences are a bit belated. I'm sorry not to have been at Scott's farewell. In later years we met, not over the fence, but over shoes for repair, and he was always the same - friendly, helpful and on for a discussion about the ways of the world. My thoughts are with you all. Janice Gill

My thoughts are with the family in this difficult and sad time. Very heartbreaking to hear of Scott's passing. I didn't know him but he was the one person I trusted to repair my shoes and bags. Deepest sympathy.

Sincerest sympathies to you Don, Maureen and family. I am so shocked to learn of Scott's untimely passing. He was always such a kind, generous and unassuming person. I sincerely hope he knew how loved, admired and respected he was by everyone who came into contact with him. RIP

Don, Maureen, Miranda & Scott's dear family and friends, words can't convey how sorry I was to hear of Scott's passing.
Such fond memories of Weedons as neighbours and as friends in Christchurch and also catching up with Scott and family in Nelson.
You are wonderful people, hold onto those memories xx
Sending you all love.

Scott, may the light forever dance along your pathway
Go well.
You will be greatly missed.

Marcia ( Clark ) Russ and Kate x

Don Maureen and family ,so sorry to hear Scott has been taken. Many shoe repairs done for us at Tangos shoes

What a terrible loss.Don and Maureen please accept my deepest condolences I was just in seeing him 10 days ago

Oh Scott, mate, I cant believe what Im reading, my condolences and thoughts are with you and your family...Struan

So sad to hear you were always a delight to chat to at the bank

Thinking of you Don and all your family at this very sad and difficult time. With love from Bill & Caroline Burke

With sincere sympathy from your neighbour, Pauline.

Dear Don & Maureen, I have very fond memories of popping in to Scott for shoe repairs. He would invariably never charge me! Sending sincere sympathies to you and the family, particularly to James, school boy friend of our son Reuben.

Maureen, Don and family, so sorry to hear of Scott's passing. A sad time for your all.

Scott, you will be so sorely missed. A fabulous craftsman in your field...nothing was too much trouble, along with a chat and a smile.
Was picking up my shoes last Wednesday....we talked for at least 20mins about life and its hiccups...you told me what your attentions were for 2021. They were positive and smart. What have you done?!
Fly high, at peace, and will miss your presence Scotty....much love to your family.

So saddened to read of Scott's passing. My heart & thoughts are with you all.

Dear Maureen, Don & Family.
So very sorry to read of Scott's passing, sending our deepest condolences and love at this very sad time.
Much love Bedelia, Stephen, Ben & Ollie xxx

Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
Penny, Bryce, Sarah & Ash Lindup

Scotty, you will be so very missed. You were the one and only fabulous shoe repairer with expertise, always ready for a chat with a smile.
You and I had a 20 minute conversation on Wednesday in the shop....you had aspirations for 2021. We discussed life with its hiccups and you were looking forward to a positive future with new and exciting plans.
Bless you Scott, fly high......unfortunately I can't be at your send off as I'm away....but will be there in spirit...go well.....

So very sad to read this today thinking of you Don and Maureen, Enjoyed my chats with Scott in the shop. He will be sorely missed taken way to soon. Much love Carol Shirley

So sad to see the passing of Scott a fine young man my sincere thoughts to the family . Pat neilson