Anthony "Scott" McDaniel 54 of rural West Union, IL passed away November 30, 2024 at his home, near Snyder. He was born on April 15, 1970 to Donald Wayne McDaniel and Patricia Stepp McDaniel They both preceded him in death. He was a member of the of Marshall High School Class of 1988. Scott was quick witted, humorous guy who was hard to get ahead of when he was being funny. Nearly everyone who knew him chuckles at a memory of Scott either cracking a joke or doing something funny. He had that rare special gift and a memory like a steel trap. Two of the biggest loves in his life were beer drinking and farming. He didn't do them together, but separately, he was amongst the best to do them. He was lucky enough to work on the farm up till the day he passed and had fun the entire time doing it. Scott really enjoyed doing what he did. He is survived by two brothers, Donald Wayne McDaniel, Jr. and Woodrow Allen McDaniel, along with several extended family members including aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Also a long list of friends from throughout his life. No services are planned per his wishes. Scott was a U.S. Army Veteran, short term, but still a veteran. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservicescom.