Obituaries
George P. Scarpelli
February 23, 1934 - March 31, 2025
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VISITATION
April 4, 2025 | 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. -
Yurs Funeral Home
1771 West State Street
Geneva, IL - Graveside Service
- April 5, 2025 | 10:30 A.M.
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Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery
1400 S Wolf Road
Hillside, IL -
Burial Location
Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery
George Scarpelli, 91, died Monday, March 31, surrounded by his loving family. The son of Phyllis and Nick Scarpelli, George was born on February 23rd, 1934, in Oak Park. George served in the U.S Army from 1956-1958. He had a love of cars, especially his 1973 Mach 1, which he used to love to take to car shows and cruise around in.
Survived by his daughter Felicia (Peter) Ferrier, and sons Nick Scarpelli and Joey LaMothe; five grandchildren- Felice Jernstad (nee Ferrier), Peter Ferrier Jr, Joseph Ferrier, Alexis Griffis, and Henry Griffis; one great-grandchild, Sophia Jernstad; his dear sister Susan (Pascal) Larry (nee Scarpelli), and many amazing nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Preceded in death by his daughter Elizabeth Griffis (nee Scarpelli), parents Phyllis and Nick Scarpelli, and his dear siblings Joseph Scarpelli, Lucille Birdsall (nee Scarpelli), Frank Scarpelli, Marian Matas (nee Scarpelli), Adolph Scarpelli, Raymond Scarpelli, and Rosalie Peifer (nee Scarpelli).
A visitation will be held for George on Friday, April 4th, from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Yurs Funeral Home, 1771 West State Street, Geneva. Burial and graveside services will take place the following morning at 10:30 A.M. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery in Hillside.
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Amanda Stiberth from St Charles , IL
"George was a sweet and kind neighbor. I loved talking with him when I was walking our dog or bringing him treats. I’m sorry I can’t be at the service because I’m in France & Spain. Prayers to all of his family. I will miss having him across the street!"
Jean and Eric Topinka from Las Vegas , NV
"Sending heartfelt sympathy at George's passing. He was a good and fun loving man. Cherish your precious memories."
Phil Quill from Naperville , IL
"Nick. So sorry for the loss of your Dad. Words are never much at these times. May HIS peace surround and comfort you and your family."
Arlene Lowe from Mount Prospect, IL
"Felicia & Nick I am so sorry to hear about your dad. So many memories of fun times over the years. Now he is with Frank and all his Oak Park buddies once again. May he rest in peace. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Arlene"