Scott Blackwood, 60, died Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at his home.

Born in Gaston County, he was the son of the late Harold Buddy Blackwood and Blanche Waldrup Blackwood.

Scott owned and operated Blackwood's in Kings Mountain since 2006 and was a community leader. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who always enjoyed playing Santa Claus. He had an infectious smile and laugh. He had a love for Pink Floyd and horror movies.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Amber Blackwood; sister, Pat Blackwood; and brother, Mike Blackwood.

He is survived by his daughters, Samantha Tate and her partner Louiz Nascimento of Myrtle Beach and Cati Tate of Kings Mountain; grandchildren, Gabriel Crotts, Sofie Crotts, Aurora, Alex and Dylan Nascimento; nephews, Alex Blackwood, Chris Blackwood and Brian Parris; niece, Holly Hudson; and cousin, Johnny Warrick. The family will receive friends 4:00PM-6:00PM, Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home in Kings Mountain.

FUNERAL HOME: Aquamation services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral & Aquamation in Kings Mountain.

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