Dolores Scott, affectionately known as “Mamama,” passed away on Sunday, May 19th. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on December 17, 1944, she was the daughter of Luis and Elena Ronderos. Dolores led a remarkable life, touching the hearts of many along the way.
After attending a British school and earning her master’s degree in education, Dolores married David Zambrano. Together, they raised three children: Maria, Pablo, and Luis. In 1969, the family moved to Berkeley, California, where Dolores taught English to Japanese students at the University of California.
Returning to Buenos Aires, Dolores co-owned a successful real estate business. Her passion for golf led her to win numerous championships. In 1983, she moved back to the United States, settling in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where she became a respected real estate broker.
Dolores was deeply involved in her community. She helped raise funds for the foreign exchange club and played a pivotal role in creating the Kalamazoo community cookbook, which celebrated diverse culinary traditions. Her marriage to Buck Scott brought her to Norfolk, Virginia, where she continued her civic and volunteer work.
Later, Dolores moved to the Outer Banks, North Carolina, where she established the first Hispanic ministry. Her English classes and weekly masses continue to thrive today. She also served on several home association boards and, alongside her husband, restructured a multi-faceted retail operation.
In 2021, Dolores retired and returned to Michigan to be closer to family. She transformed her condo into a beautiful space for creating cherished memories. She is survived by her loving husband, Buck Scott, her children Maria, Pablo, and Luis, stepchildren Suzanne and Stacy, and nine adoring grandchildren: Natalie, Ian, Sofia, Cecilia, Luca, Luna, Celine, Ethan, and Parker.
Dolores Scott’s legacy lives on through the lives she touched, the communities she enriched, and the love she shared. She will be dearly missed by family and friends both in the United States and back in Argentina.
