(1960-2006)
On Wednesday, May 17, 2006, Ultralight Flying! magazine
Editor-in-chief Scott Wilcox, 45, passed away after battling a
variety of health issues. While those are the facts of Scott's
death, it's more comforting to remember the person he was.
Scott was fun to be with, his wit, sense of humor and gift of
mimicry winning him many laughs and friends. He enjoyed playing
golf, gloating when he outplayed his friends and moaning when
he didn't. The fishing and camping trips he and his buds went
on became legendary in the retelling; their annual trips to the
Indy 500 were some of Scott's bachelor days highlights. Because
he loved music, plinking on his guitar and keeping tabs on favorite
bands and music festivals were ongoing passions.
Scott also loved animals and was great with children, which was
good, because he became a stepfather in 1993 when he got married,
turning his bachelor world upside down. And every December he
became "Mr. Christmas," lavishing gifts on his family,
sending out Christmas cards and playing classic Christmas selections
at work such as Mel Torme and Andy Williams until some his coworkers
threatened to burn the tapes.
Probably Scott's greatest satisfaction in life came from his position
at Ultralight Flying! magazine, where he worked for more
than 22 years. His recall of facts about ultralights, people and
events was phenomenal, and the friendships he developed over the
years were deep.
Scott is missed. His life will be remembered fondly, with laughter
and tears. Ultralight Flying! magazine will go on, as it
has for 31 years with continuing coverage of ultralights and the
emerging world of light sport aircraft. Scott would have wanted
that. Publisher and magazine founder, Tracy Knauss, who recognized
Scott's many contributions over the years, has promoted Sharon
Wilcox to the top editorial position of Editor-in-Chief.
A memorial service was held Wednesday morning,
May 24 at 10 a.m. at Harrison Bay State Park by Tennessee's Chickamauga
Lake, where Scott spent so many hours fishing, swimming and boating.
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Scott Wilcox 
