Tirzah D. Scott

Tirzah D. "Quinta" Scott (née Dunn), 83, of Waterloo, IL, passed away on September 23, 2024, in Waterloo. She was born on June 25, 1941, in St. Louis, MO.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Barrie Scott; her son, Kalon Scott, and his wife, Anushik; her stepson Kendall Scott; and her beloved granddaughter, Sosie Scott.

Quinta was preceded in death by her parents, Fredrick W. and Tirzah M. (née Perfect) Dunn, and her sister, Abigail Dunn.

As a celebrated photographer and author, her work left an indelible mark on the world of art and storytelling. Through her lens and her words, she captured the beauty and essence of places and people, sharing her vision in several acclaimed books, including The Eads Bridge, Route 66: The Highway and Its People, Along Route 66, The Mississippi: A Visual Biography, and Images of St. Louis, among others. These works stand as a testament to her passion, creativity, and dedication to preserving the stories of the American landscape.

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A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.