Grace Irene Escott July 31, 1928 — April 27, 2012

Grace Irene Escott
July 31, 1928 — April 27, 2012
Grace Irene Escott died with family members by her side at the age of 83.
Mrs. Escott was born to Frederick and Louise White in London, England. She married Tom Escott in 1954, and the couple relocated to California in 1967 with their three children. In 1970, they moved to The Salvation Army Camp Redwood Glen in Scotts Valley, where they served for 26 years.
Mrs. Escott was an active member of The Salvation Army from early childhood. Family said she loved music, and for many years led The Salvation Army band and singers at the Santa Cruz Corps. She was a compassionate and caring person, family said, who enjoyed visiting the residents of local rest homes to bring the Gospel message in word and song.
Mrs. Escott also served as secretary at Garfield Park Village and later was the activities director at The Salvation Army Silvercrest Retirement Community. In later years, she and her husband lived in Felton and became members of the Felton Presbyterian Church, where she sang in the choir.
Mrs. Escott is survived by her husband of 58 years, Tom Escott of Santa Cruz; her children, Mark Escott of Pacifica, Sharon Torchio of Santa Cruz, and Jonathan Escott of Santa Cruz; and eight grandchildren.
A celebration of life was conducted at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park in Colma on Wednesday, May 9.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mrs. Escott’s name may be made to Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9, Felton, CA, 95018 or to The Salvation Army at www.donate.salvationarmyusa.org