Scott Matthew Carlton

March 9, 1971 - July 23, 2020

Scott Matthew Carlton, better known as Scotty to all who knew and loved him, left this wild ride we call life very unexpectedly on July 23rd, 2020. He was born on March 9th, 1971 and spent every one of his 49 years here on Earth living life to the fullest. Scotty attended school in Dixfield. He participated in Odyssey of the Mind during middle school and was the eighth grade winner in the annual prize speaking contest. He excelled at cross country running and wrestling during his high school years. Scotty loved going to camp, snowmobiling, and tagging along with family and friends on any adventure they took. He loved fiercely and wouldn’t hesitate to protect those he loved. He was a son, brother, husband, uncle, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend. Scotty was so much to so many. He was a free spirit who was known for his infectious laugh, giving the best hugs, and always sharing a good story. You just never knew which parts of the story were true and which parts he may have, let's say, embellished a bit. He was truly one of a kind and that’s why so many loved him dearly. Scotty was a talented guitarist and if you never had the opportunity to hear him play, you surely missed out. His passion for music ran deep in his soul and carried him through all of the ups and downs that life brings. From Led Zeppelin and Pantera to James Taylor and Joe Bonamassa, you just never knew what riff, lick, or shred he might play next. Short hair, long hair, he didn’t care, but those curls he grew were stunning and a true trademark of the rock star within. You may recall seeing him cruising around in a lime green Camaro, always obeying the speed limit and surely never doing a burnout, after all he loved to remind us that he was a “law abiding citizen” with that mischievous grin on his face. Scotty loved all things Chevy and Ski-Doo, going to concerts and shows, planning for his next big adventure at the Redneck games, and more recently target practicing at the gun range or in his yard. He loved to eat and grill, especially his signature steak, “still mooing” on the inside and charred on the outside. He was a man of many skills whether that was roofing, carpentry, mechanical work, or manufacturing. Scotty has a lengthy work history which began with employment at Griffin’s Gas Service and Holmes Market in Dixfield. More recently he worked for Masterbuilt Construction Inc. and was a long time employee for Jones and Vining Inc. in Lewiston. Scotty is survived by his parents, Raymond “Tiny” and Joette (Young) Carlton of Hebron; partner Laura Wainwright; brother Michael Carlton of Hebron; sister Amy and husband Chad Pierce (nephew Jake and niece Maci) of Rosharon, Texas. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Kermit and Frances Carlton, of Dixfield and maternal grandparents, George and Ferdona Young, of Mexico. Death is more universal than life; everyone dies, but not everyone lives (~Alan Sachs). It goes without saying that Scotty truly lived. We all know how much he enjoyed carousing, so all who wish to honor Scotty’s life are invited to turn up the music, raise a glass, hug their loved ones, and share memories of his life at the place of your choosing. And just remember, the song may have ended, but the melody lingers on…