Scott Eugene Pierce

Date of Death: January 7, 2010

Scott E. Pierce

Scott Eugene Pierce, 39, of Winchester, Virginia, died Thursday, January 7, 2010, in Winchester, Virginia.

Mr. Pierce was born in 1970, the son of Janet Alexander of Winchester, Virginia and the late Richard Cameron Pierce. He was an officer with the United States Capitol Police in Washington, D.C., attaining the rank of Private 1st Class. Mr. Pierce was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Winchester and a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, D.C. Lodge #1. He proudly served the United States Marine Corps Reserves for nearly 21 years, achieving the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 3, serving in Operation Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was an avid reader, history buff and distance runner. He attended Munich American High School in Munich Germany, graduated from Harrisonburg High School and Radford University, Class of 1994 with a Bachelors Degree in History.

He married Kimberly Thorn on November 17, 1995, in Winchester, Virginia.

Surviving with his wife and his mother, are two daughters, Joy Kathryn Pierce and Mary Gwendolin Pierce; two brothers, Richard Franklin Pierce of Rock Hill, South Carolina and Ronald Lewis Pierce of St. Paul, Minnesota; his mother-in-law, Peggy Thorn; his father-in-law, Donald Thorn and his wife, Maxine; his brothers-in-law, Roger Lee Thorn and Daniel Allen Thorn; his step-father, James L. Alexander, Jr.; two step-brothers, Steven Alexander and Michael Alexander; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church with Honors accorded by the United States Capitol Police Ceremonial Unit and with Reverend Dr. James H. Utt officiating. Interment will be private.

Pallbearers will be the United States Capitol Police Ceremonial Unit. Honorary pallbearers will be his fellow Marine Corps Reservists.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, from 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Scott E. Pierce Scott Eugene Pierce, 39, of Winchester, Virginia, died Thursday, January 7, 2010, in Winchester, Virginia. Mr. Pierce was born in 1970, the son of Janet Alexander of Winchester, Virginia and the late Richard Cameron Pierce. He was an officer with the United States Capitol Police in Washington, D.C., attaining the rank ofContinue Reading

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Kim & the girls, Just remember how much you are loved and we send you strength through our thoughts and prayers. Always remember we are a phone call away. Love, Lisa and Craig Rogers

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, MSgt John & Sarah Machinsky, Retired USMC lit a candle.

Kim, If you need anything, please let me know. Everyone in TDT is thinking about you and the girls. We are sorry for your loss. Megan

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Kim and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry and shocked for your loss. We met Scott when he came to Rock Hill, SC for Mandi and Richards wedding. He was a very likeable young man. We know he will be missed by everyone who knew him. Mac and Fran MacLauchlan (Richards in-laws)

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Kim, Joy, & Mary, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry about your loss. Our hearts are aching for you all. Hopefully, knowing that so many of us care and send our sympathy will bring you some comfort in your time of grief. I remember so vividly one day when Scott came in to JWMS to visit Peggy after returning from one of his deployments. It was so good to see the handsome young Marine whom I had prayed for while he was serving in a foreign land. I had the opportunity to thank him in person for his sacrifice on the behalf of our country. We shared a very warm hug and I sensed his strength. You and your family also sacrificed during his time of military service. Thanks to all of you for carrying on so well during his absence. Now we are trusting God our Heavenly Father to bless each of you in very special ways and meet your every need. Love in Christ, Anita & Wendell Dick

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Scott is now your guardian angel and will look after you always.

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Kevin Gildea lit a candle.

Scott was the kind of guy that you never forget and was a friend to all he worked with. He will be missed. It was a pleasure to work with him, and to know him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Kevin Gildea LT USCP

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Denise Shideler lit a candle.

My heartfelt condolences and sympathies go out to you and your family... I have worked at the "barber shop" for over two years now and on many occasions I have cut Scott's hair. When I/we learned that he had passed we were all shocked and sadden by the death of such a nice man. All I can say is that I'm glad I got to know him and that you and your family will be in our prays. Lisa Marshall and the whole staff @ the Winchester Barber Shop

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It is with sincere heartfelt sympathy and compassion that my wife and I extend our condolences to the Pierce family. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. -- Shawn & Elisha DeNeal (USCP)

Kim and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Scott. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything, please let us know. Love and Prayers, Troy and Michelle

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Kim, Joy, Mary and Family Our thought and prayers are with you during this time and always. We love you all. If you all need anything, please call.

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I'm not sure if anyone will even see this...I was very saddened to hear that Scott has passed away. I would have loved to meet him. Scott and I share our biological mother...she passed away over 6 years ago. I am not sure what he was told of her, or if he ever knew anything about her. Anyway, I have his baby book, photos of him and his brother Richard as little children, his hospital bracelet from the day he was born, birth certificate, etc... I would really love to give them to his family if they are at all interested. I also have the same stuff for Richard and would love to give them to him also if he would like them. If anyone knows how I can contact his family to give them what belongs to them PLEASE email me. sarah.gounaris@gmail.com My sincere condolences to his family. He seems to be a great man. God bless.

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I'm not sure if anyone will even see this...I was very saddened to hear that Scott has passed away. I would have loved to meet him. Scott and I share our biological mother...she passed away over 6 years ago. Anyway, I have his baby book, photos of him and his brother Richard as little children, his hospital bracelet from the day he was born, birth certificate, etc... I would really love to give them to his family if they are at all interested. I also have the same stuff for Richard and would love to give them to him also if he would like them. If anyone knows how I can contact his family to give them what belongs to them PLEASE email me. sarah.gounaris@gmail.com My sincere condolences to his family. He seems to be a great man. God bless.

To Kim, Joy, Mary, Janet & family: I am so saddened to have to ready about the passing of my baby brother via google. Although you may have your reasons for not wishing to contact me, I will never understand the reason for not including me in the obit or funeral. I will truely miss my brother and will continue to pray for you and your family. God Bless: Suzanne Pierce, niece Xylna, nephews Xavier & Justin, great nephews Xxavio'n & Xaichon

Kim, I was so sorry to hear about your loss and what you all must be going through. I haven't seen you since I worked with you , oh I think I ran into you at the vets one day with our animals years ago, but I want you to know that I send out my sympathy to you, and your kids and your whole family. I would like to come by and see you one day. I pray for God's strength to see you through this and for the future. God Bless. "Fancy"

I served with Scott Pierce when he was a corporal and sergeant of Marines and I was the Commanding Officer of Bravo Company, 4th CEB from 1994 to 1997. Pierce was that intense, eager, dedicated and motivated Marine that every commander wants in his unit. He was devoted to the Corps and the men who served under him. My heartfelt wishes are with his family. I am always saddened by the loss of a precious Marine life, but I know that heaven, the ultimate destination of us all, will be a better place with every Marine that enters it. I know this because the Marine Corps Hymm tells me so when it says, "If the Army and the Navy Ever look on Heaven's scenes, they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines." And all Marines who know Scott Pierce know that he is on first watch, standing guard over the streets of Heaven. Scott Pierce lived to be a Marine and will always be a Marine. I consider it a true honor to have served alongside him. Semper Fi Marine Thomas E. Bowers Colonel USMC

My prayers are with your family in your grief. Scott was my Field Training Officer when I started work at the CFW Regional Jail. I learned a lot from him in those days. He was a good training officer and a good friend to me. God bless.

Kim, Joy, Mary...and Scott's Mom and family! WOW! That's all I can say. I didn't get to spend a great deal of time with Scott, but he seemed to be serious, but still fun. He loved you, Kim so very much. I never got to see the relationship with the girls, but I read everything on here and I know he was a WONDERFUL dad. He was a professional in his career and I'm so proud of him and of you and your family. I'm soooo sorry and was also so shocked. If you ever need to talk or need something...call me...I'll do what I can. Dena (Sgt Maj John Price's wife) I have so much respect for you and your family. You really don't know...I've never said that before.

Pierce was a pleasure to work with, my prayers are with you and your family.

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Jeff Childs lit a candle.

Kim and family, I'm at a loss for words!! I was devastated to hear the horrible news!! Sorry I did not make it to the services. I did not realize it was your husband until today! I'm so sorry for your and the girls loss! You all are in our thoughts and prayers!!!! I can't imagine what you're going through, but with God's help you will make it through. If you need anything please don't hesitate to call. You can always get in touch with me at Quarles Elementary. God Bless all of you!!! Jennifer Seal

Kim, Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. I know we haven't spoke since high school but my heart and prayers are with you and your family. Jeannie Evans Craft

Kim, Know that you are in our prayers. I attend Grace and have had the pleasure of getting to know Joy

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Steve Martin lit a candle.

Sorry for your loss for you, the girls and Roger. Gina and Philip Lloyd and the children

Kim, I am so sorry for your loss. When I heard of the news, I was heartbroken. All I could think about was how Mary's face lit up the times he came to pick her up at school. You could tell from Joy and Mary that he was a very loving father. My thoughts and prayers will be with you, Mary

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Josephine Warner lit a candle.

Kim and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your girls are in our prayers. If you need anything at all please do not hesistate to call. Amy Midkiff and family.

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Kim and Family, Please accept my condolences. The H-1 section of the Capitol Police will miss Scott for years to come. I was honored to have supervised such a fine young man. Scott was liked and loved by everyone he touched. He was a great officer and an outstanding individual. I will keep Scott and his family in my prayers. Kim, if you need anything, please feel free to call. Sgt. Kevin R. Evans 202-497-8444

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Dear Kim and family, Gene and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts. Elaine and Gene Bolyard

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Dear Kim and family: You are in my prayers and thoughts, I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you all. Rose Crocker

Lost but never forgotten. He was the only man I would approve of to marry my baby sister. I am a better person having him in my life. God has a new angel for his platoon of angels.

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Daniel Thorn lit a candle.

Sorry to hear about Scott. I will miss him very much. May the Lord watch over you Kim and the girls as well. Charlie Pugh (USCP)

Mrs Pierce, Words can not even begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss, or the sorrow i feel over the loss of Scott.He was more then a co worker to me ( he was like a brother) I will truly miss him, he was a great man.I would sit and talk with Scott at night he would tell me about how much he loved you and the children, and would always have a big smile on his face when he would talk about that.I will always miss all the times Scott and I would sit and talk.If you or the kids ever need anything please do not hesitate to contact me. Again I am so sorry for your loss. SGT Charles Blancato. USCP

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Cindi Morris lit a candle.

Thank you for welcoming me to the Marine Corps Reserves and Bravo Company, as my first Platoon Sergeant upon finishing boot camp and MOS training. You were a great man, and leader of Marines. My thoughts are with the Pierce family. Semper Fi, Brian Lobb

Saddened and shocked. You will be missed forever. Your family will be in my prayers and I will do what I can to help them Robert Blizzard

I am very saddened and shocked by the news of Scott's passing. Scott and I served off and on over the years, from the time he first reported to Bravo Company until I retired in 2005. Scott was an outstanding leader, teacher and gentleman and his friendship, camaraderie and presence will be forever missed. My heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the family. Semper Fidelis, GySgt Scott Richmond

So sorry to hear of your loss. I was Scotts Executive Officer during Dersert Storm

God Bless you and your precious little girls Kimmy. Our hearts are breaking for you. I've never heard anything about Scott that wasn't wonderful. If we can help you in any way, please reach out. You are in our every prayer. Debbie Triplett and family

I am really sorry to hear about your loss...I didn't know Scott, but I heard a lot of great things about him from Peggy...I know that he will be missed dearly....If there is anything I can do...Please let me know.... Ruth Ann Saville

Kim and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

My deepest condolences to the Pierce and Thorn families. Stacey Ratigan, NP Veteran Affairs

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Stacey Ratigan lit a candle.

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God Bless you Kim and the girls during this trying time. We are thinking of you. Gina and Philip Lloyd and the children

Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

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Pierce and family, The deepest thoughts and prayer from us. Keeps your thoughts high and bright. I love you uncle Scott. Preston Pierce and family

Dear Kim, Joy and Mary, I was so saddened and shocked to hear about Scott's death. Please do not hesitate to call me if I can help in any way. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Donna Strickler lit a candle.

I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of getting to know him while a member of the Inspector Instructor Staff, 4th Combat Engineer Battalion, in Roanoke from June 2000-January 2004. As a young Sergeant, I could always count on Staff Sergeant Pierce to help with anything I needed. I knew he would make a fine Warrant Officer when he submitted a package and, although I didn't get to see the full transition I know he lived by the tenets of honor, courage, and commitment. He was a very professional Marine and cared deeply for his fellow combat engineers and Marines. His is a signifcant loss to the Marine Corps family; we will be in mourning for some time.

In honor of Scott Eugene Pierce, Roger and Pam Lamborne lit a candle.

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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.