Scott Allan Matthys, 35, of Williston, was called home to his heavenly Father on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. At the family’s request cremation. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Williston has been entrusted with arrangements.

Scott Allan was born in Williston, ND to James and Julie (Leinen) Matthys on July 17, 1981. He was raised in Williston where he graduated high school in 2000. He lived in Williston for a short time after graduation before moving to Fargo, ND. He worked various jobs from making pizzas to roofing houses and working at the Sugar Beet Plant in Moorhead, MN.

He enjoyed fishing with friends and especially with his brother, Ryan. He was a Nascar fan, with Dale Earnhardt, JR, #88 as his favorite. He was also a Minnesota Vikings and Twins fan. His favorite times of the year were always the first ice on the big lake with his friends and family and fall fishing the river. He also had great respect for his support group while fighting his addictions.

Scott is survived by his parents, Jim and Julie; brother, Ryan of Williston, ND; Grandparents, Richard and Henrietta Matthys of Wahpeton, ND; and grandmother Janice Leinen of Hankinson , ND; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather Dennis Leinen and Uncle Ron Matthys.