IN MEMORY OF SCOTT SCHECHTER
February 26, 1961 - May 15, 2009

NOTE FROM LIZA - MAY 29, 2009:

Hi Everybody,

It's me, Liza May Minnelli. I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear that my dear friend, Scott Schechter, had passed away. I was in Paris recording a song with my mentor, Charles Aznavour, for a DVD/CD compilation for charity when I heard about Scott 's passing. Ironically, the last time I saw Scott was just a few weeks ago at the Bistro Awards in New York City at which both Charles and myself were being honored. Scott had a great time that night and I am proud that I was able to contribute to his happiness in some small way.

Over the years, Scott has been instrumental in keeping my music and performances current, relevant and accessable to my fans. Scott was my self-proclaimed biggest fan and he proved it time and time again in the tireless dedication and care he brought to my website and in the preservation of my work. I could always count on seeing Scott whenever I performed in New York. His presence always brought me great comfort and joy.

Scott will be truly missed. Because of the suddenness of his passing, it is still very difficult for me to fully comprehend and my heart goes out to Scott's friends and family. Scott was a kind and gentle man and was well loved by everyone who knew him, including me. I will miss him dearly. I was recently asked for my thoughts regarding the passing of Beatrice Arthur, and I replied that heaven just got happier--sadly for us, it is even more so now.

With fond memories of Scott,

Liza

MEMORIAL PAGE


If you would like to make a donation is Scott's name, a organization near & dear to Scott's heart is: Monmouth SPCA Animal Rescue
http://www.monmouthcountyspca.org
This is the shelter where he and his partner adopted Tigger in June of 2003.

06-24-09: Report in "Edge New York City" magazine about the memorial for Scott

Nice tribute by Liz Smith in her column May 19, 2009

Robert Osborne pays a lovely tribute to Scott in his 05-26-2009 Associated Press column

Judy Room Tribute Newsletter:
http://www.thejudyroom.com/newsletter/scottschechter.html