In loving memory of

Scott C. Sayles
May 4, 1968 - May 6, 2023

SCOTT C. SAYLES
MUSCATINE, Iowa - Scott C. Sayles, 55, of Muscatine, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

No services will be held. A family gathering will be at a later date. Online condolences: www.wittichfuneralhome.com

Scott was born on May 4, 1968, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, the son of John and Gayle Leonard Sayles.

Scott graduated with his associate degree from Marycrest College. Later, he worked as a paralegal. He was a teacher and administrator in China, the Far East, and in Saudi Arabia.

Scott loved all sports, especially the Hawkeyes, Bears, and Cubs. He also enjoyed watching movies.

Scott is survived by his parents; children, Aleecia Jean Sayles and Willow Feng Sayles and Willow's mother, Amelia Sayles; grandson, Elijah Sayles; siblings, Elizabeth, Stephanie, Cynthia, and John.

Tributes

Nikki Hay wrote on Oct 2, 2023:

"Damn! I was wondering where he went!"

Russ Schrantz wrote on May 14, 2023:

"I met Scott about six years ago in Qingdao, China. We had almost an instant bond, being that we were both from the Midwest. We shared birthdays together, and would often talk about politics and sports, and we also played cribbage together on many occasions. Scott volunteered his time to assist me with my Petroleum University English corners, and was always available to help me whenever I needed it. He was my closest American friend in China and he will be sorely missed. "

Armin Behmen wrote on May 11, 2023:

"We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Scott Sayles was an accomplished attorney with a 1996 Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Texas at Austin and more recently a beloved and highly respected teacher and lecturer at China Petroleum University in Qingdao, China. He will be dearly missed by hundreds of his students and numerous colleagues who were fortunate to have known him and learned from him. Scott was gentle and compassionate teacher who has guided many students towards their personal and professional success. May God give him his well deserved peace and give his family patience and time for retrospection. We will miss you our dearest friend. Armin Behmen with colleagues."

Bob Allbee wrote on May 10, 2023:

"I'm sorry for your loss."

Mel Steckel wrote on May 10, 2023:

"Sayles family: Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. May special memories of Scott keep him always close to you."

Linda Edkin wrote on May 10, 2023:

"So, so sorry for your loss?. Frosty and Linda"

Bobbi (Frantz) Chaplin wrote on May 10, 2023:

"Mr. & Mrs. Sayles and family, I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Scott"

Julie Snyder Castillo wrote on May 10, 2023:

"Cynthia I am so sorry for your families loss."

Dick Hutmacher wrote on May 10, 2023:

"John and Gayle, so sorry for your loss. Dick and Phyllis Hutmacher"