Scott Lee Oliphint

A funeral service for Scott Lee Oliphint, 78, will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2201 Airline Dr., Bossier City, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Camp Zion Cemetery in Haughton, Louisiana. A visitation will be held Tuesday, March 4, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Bossier. Officiating the service will be Pastor Gevan Spinney. 

Scott Lee Oliphint, born on September 28, 1946, in Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, devotion, and countless cherished memories. Scott's remarkable journey was defined by his commitment to family, his entrepreneurial spirit, and his love for life’s simple joys.

A proud graduate of Fair Park High School’s Class of 1965, Scott began forging his path with further studies at Louisiana Tech University. He spent two years laying the groundwork for a career that would be marked by dedication and innovation. His early days as an ironworker showcased his determination and skill, a period of five years that laid the foundation for the future.

In 1972, Scott embarked on an entrepreneurial journey by co-founding Mitchell Construction alongside his stepfather, Robert Mitchell, Sr., and stepbrother, Robert Mitchell, Jr. For nearly four decades, Scott dedicated himself to the construction of Wal-Mart Distribution Centers, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. His ambition and vision continued to flourish when, in 2009, he founded Oliphint Investments. As owner and president, Scott proudly led multiple ventures, including Oliphint & Sons, Scott Oliphint Investments, and Oliphint Tree Farm. His strong ties to the Iron Workers Union and Operator’s Union reflected his dedication to his trade, while his involvement with the Shriners and Scottish Rite Masons highlighted his commitment to community service.

Scott’s life wasn’t only defined by his professional achievements. He was a man of deep passions and simple pleasures. Hunting and fishing brought him peace and connection with the beauty of nature. Traveling with his late wife, Jerri Gwen filled his heart with treasured memories of shared adventures. Time spent with friends was a source of joy, and his laughter, stories, and camaraderie left lasting impressions on all who knew him.

As we remember Scott, we celebrate a life lived with purpose, passion, and love. His legacy is carried forward by the lives he touched and the memories he created, serving as a reminder of a man who truly made the world a better place.

Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Earl Oliphint. He is survived by his sons, Troy Oliphint and wife, Shannon, Corey Oliphint and wife, Laurie; granddaughters, Olivia Jane, Ava Gweneth, Lucy Nan; and grandson, Carson.

Honoring Scott as pallbearers will be Keith Cosby, Buddy Fletcher, Rick Brown, Tarriel Poston, Chris Loy, Matt Loy, Adam Mitchell, John Paul Ellis, George McGovern, and Pat McConnthy.

The family would like to give special thanks to Scott’s sitter and caregiver, Sarah “Tiny” Jackson, and his close and special friend Tina Davidson for all of their care and compassion during the last two years.