Darrel Scott - 2012
MHS 1970 Graduate
Dr. Darrel Scott, DDS, class of 1970, was nominated by Tim Tarbet, class of 1971. While a student, at Minerva High School, Scott was active in football and named the MVP in 1969. He was a district qualifier for wrestling in 1970. He was captain of both football and wrestling teams and a member of the National Honor Society.
After graduation, he enrolled at Kent State University. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in biology in 1974 and married Debbie Emmerling that same year. He went on to The Ohio State University's College of Dentistry and graduated in 1977. From 1977 through 1980, Scott served in the United States Air Force and obtained the rank of captain. He received the Air Force Accommodation Medal as well.
After serving in the Air Force, he purchased an existing dental practice in Loudonville, Ohio. The practice had three employees and 800 patients at that time. Over the years, the practice has grown to employ fourteen people and care for approximately 6,000 patients.
Scott has served his profession well by serving as president of the Ashland County Dental Service, president of the Central Ohio Dental Society, and vice president of the Ohio State University Dental Alumni Association. He is currently a delegate to the American Dental Association and has represented sub-district 6 of the Ohio Dental Association covering Delaware, Ashland, Morrow and Stark Counties.
He has volunteered in many civic and community projects. These include: president of the American Cancer Society, board member of the Loudonville Recreation Department, and member of The Ohio State University President's Club. Dr. Scott also started and academic boosters group to recognize outstanding students. As president of the Loudonville Booster club, he managed a fundraiser for the construction of an all-weather track, which raised $175,000. He also developed the "Asylum" (Adult/Student/Youth/Loudonville in Motion) program which functions as an after-school youth center. Scott participates in the "Options" program and in the "Give the Kids a Smile Day," providing free dental care to qualifying patients. He is a member of both the Minerva and Loudonville United Methodist Churches. Tim Tarbet wrote in his nomination letter, "Doctor Scott is committed to his patients and his community."
Dr. Scott and his wife, Debbie, have two sons, Travis (Jennifer) Scott of Medina, and Tyler (Paola) Scott of Wooster. They also have five grandchildren. Tyler completed dental school and joined his father's practice in 2009.