Scott Arrington

About Scott

Scott Arrington lived in Goose Creek, SC with his wife Pina.  They were always surrounded by friends and family.  His family describes him as an all-around good guy who was always there to help those he loved. 

Scott was a proud father to two boys, as well as to Pina’s son, who he helped raise.  He was an incredible father and enjoyed close relationships with them all.

Scott made the most of everything he did.  His favorite holiday was Halloween and he always insisted on going all out with a costume.  He shared a love of the band KISS with his sons. When the band would come to Charleston, each of them would pick one of the band members and dress up as them for the show.

Scott served in the United States Navy and was a veteran of Desert Storm.  When he retired from the Navy, he continued his service to the military and his country through government contracting. 

Scott did so much to give back to his community.  The veterans motorcycle club that he belonged to do a lot of chartable work to help their fellow veterans, including those facing homelessness.  He also belonged to the Surf Riders Foundation which helped with beach cleanups around the area.  He and Pina also worked with different organizations that helped both seniors and abused children.

Crash Description

On April 9 2012, Scott was traveling to work on his motorcycle through North Charleston. A truck that was parked in the median suddenly pulled out, crossed over two lanes, and collided with Scott on his motorcycle. Scott, who was wearing his helmet, died of blunt force trauma at the scene.

Life After the Crash

Scott’s loss was devastating for his family and friends.  Pina lost her partner of 13 years.  His boys lost their biggest confidant.  Scott was always there for them if they needed to talk something out, and now that is gone.

Pina once loved to play and coach soccer, and Scott loved supporting her.  She has only been to a soccer field once since Scott’s death, the empty sideline was too painful of a reminder of who they have lost.

Scott was so looking forward to becoming a grandfather and sharing the love he had for his sons with those to come.  He never got to meet his three beautiful grandchildren.

The family continues to honor Scott’s memory however they can.  They still go all out decorating for Halloween.  They make sure his grandchildren know who he is and are always sharing stories about him.  They will all often visit the veterans park where Scott’s service and life are honored.

Pina is grateful for all that their friends and family do to continue to share Scott with the world.  In particular to her partner Skip, who is always there for her and the boys, helping them remember him and supporting them in everything they do in honor of Scott. 

Pina has also spent time in Washington, DC, advocating for better truck safety measures.  She hopes that by sharing Scott’s story, it will help prevent other families from experiencing this devastating loss.