Scott A. McIntyre

SPC Scott A. McIntyre 54 of Riverton, IL passed away peacefully earning his wings on December 22, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 2, 1969, to Virgil and Anna (Weaver) McIntyre in Tulsa, OK. On October 21, 2023, he married the love of his life and soulmate Nicole (Stanke) McIntyre at their home in Riverton, IL.

Scott is survived by his loving and caring wife Nicole (Stanke) McIntyre; his sons Logan, Riley and Duncan (Candice Lyons) McIntyre all of Tulsa, OK; his sons’ mother Annette (Christopher) Cook from Tulsa, OK.

Stepchildren: Bret, St. Paul, MN; Timothy (Alexis Teague) Riverton, IL; Nichelle (Cory Rosacker) Waseca, MN; Joshua (Ali Zwieg-Probst) Owatonna, MN; and Jarod Owatonna, MN.

Grandchildren- Marley, Lexi, Grayson, Iris, Osiris, Orion, (Aiden unborn), (Maverick unborn)

Bonus Grandchildren- Bella, JJ, Hunter and Alexandria

Brothers- Rick (Debbie) McIntyre from Stillwater, OK; and Bryan (Anne) McIntyre Champaign, IL.

Sister-in-laws- Staci (Eric) Anderson from Cannon Falls, MN; Kristine (Chris) Abert from NY

Brother-in-law- Christopher (Michelle) Stanke from Kenyon, MN,

Many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces and Great Nephews.

2 special brothers from high school, Stan German from Dallas, TX and Rick Scott from Claremore, OK.

His Musician Family and His Work Family.

He was preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Anna McIntyre, his paternal grandparents Virgil C. and Ruby McIntyre, his maternal grandparents Edward and Inez Weaver, many aunts and uncles; his mother-in-law Edith Stanke and father-in-law Roland Stanke

Scott graduated from Stillwater High School in 1987, Right out of High School he joined the Army serving from 1987-1991 earning his rank of SPC. Once out of the army he went to attend Spartan School of Aeronautics from 1995-1997, earning an Associates of Applied Science degree.

He worked many jobs over his career, the last being Standard Aero which he has been with for 13 years as Senior Avionics Systems Engineer. He truly loved his work family. Even though he could come home looking like Frankenstein some days, all of you had a special place in his heart.

Scott had many hobbies throughout life. He loved flying RC Planes, gaming, hunting. His newly found passion was riding his motorcycles, which led to going across the country to Florida to support a foundation. He was on a mission and wanted to continue those missions. Another found passion was music. Scott had a voice and could sing any song he set his mind to. Scott always had a passion for music but had finally picked up a guitar and started playing again. He loved his music family; each one of you had a special place in his heart as well. Just like y’all have a special place of him in y’alls hearts. There is nothing bad anyone could say about Scott. He was amazing, passionate, loving, caring, and had a heart of gold. If anyone needed anything he would be right there to help if he could. He has left a hole in everyone’s hearts he has touched. He will be truly missed by all. Military Rites will be given on the same day as a celebration of life.

A celebration of Life/ open jam will be held on January 7th, 2024 from 1pm – 6pm at

VFW Post 755 2211 Old Jacksonville Rd, Springfield, IL 62704