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Victor Scarpelli Obituary
Victor passed away May 29, 2019. He was born on January 19, 1930 in Auburn, WA to Mike and Vienna (Bruno) Scarpelli. Victor was the youngest of 3 boys and 2 girls. He grew up in Auburn and graduated from Auburn High School with the class of 1949, where he lettered in football and track.
He graduated from the University of Puget Sound with his Bachelor's degree. He enlisted in the Air Force in the Air Weather Service and was stationed in Germany at Sembach Air Base during the Korean War, visiting Korea twice.
There he made life-long friends he would stay in touch with his entire life. Contacting them by phone and traveling annually to their Air Weather Service reunions around the United States.
Upon his return he married the love of his life, Margie Grecco Scarpelli, on October 15, 1955. They resided in Roslyn, WA at the home of his in-laws Mike and Concetta (Abbruzino) Grecco while he attended Central Washington University (formerly Central Washington State College) where he earned his Master's degree in Industrial Arts. He commuted daily to classes from Roslyn to Ellensburg. All of whom became life-long friends.
After graduation he began his teaching career at the Rainier School in Buckley, WA. His career continued at Shoreline High School from 1962 to 1995, where he taught wood shop, metal shop, plastics and assembly mechanics. And he administered the summer drivers education program; and coached many sports and was advisor to many clubs and activities. Later in his teaching career, he would teach drivers education until his retirement in the mid-1990s.
He inspired thousands of students, many of whom had careers in the wood working, metal and assembly mechanics industries. Many remaining close friends and visiting often. Those he taught to drive are everywhere.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Margie, and youngest son Robert. He is survived by his two sons, Victor Jr. and Mike Scarpelli; his sister Yolando "Scarpelli" Clark, and many nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
He will always be remembered for the countless friendships he created and nurtured throughout his life. Everywhere you went, throughout the communities he was in, there is someone he knew or was touched by him. A legacy of a strong work ethic, family and loving friendships.
Services to be held on Friday, June 7, at St. Mark Catholic Church, 18033 - 15th Place NE in Shoreline: Viewing to begin at 10 a.m. with Rosary starting at 10:30 a.m.; the Funeral Mass will be at 11a.m. Entombment to follow at Holyrood Catholic Cemetery in Shoreline, WA.
A Reception will follow at the Nile Country Club
across from the Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Shoreline Medic 1 Foundation; St. Mark Catholic Church; or Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Roslyn, WA.
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Charles Rogers
June 18, 2019
So sorry to hear about Vic. He became a close friend many years ago at the USAF Weather Observer School at Chanute AFB IL from the fall of 1951 to Feb 1952. He was a lot of fun and a true friend. Reconnected many years later around 2003 or so at an Air Westher Service Reunion. Attended several more with him. Got phone calls on occasion for years. A good man and friend. Mission accomplish ed Vic.
June 13, 2019
Thank you Mr Scarpelli for being an awesome human being. Through the difficult times of being a high schooler, my daughter always looked up to you. You were so loved by many. I must add that she is an excellent driver thanks to you : )
June 6, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
June 6, 2019
Dear Victor Jr. and family,
What a lovely tribute to your father, obviously a great man from a great generation of dads and moms. Thinking of you.
Dr. Nancy Wilson, former principal, AG Bell Elementary, Kirkland
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June 5, 2019
I am sorry of his passing! He was a strong family man and very compassionate individual!! I will miss at The Croatian Picnic!! Always was happy and genuine!!! Vic Jr. and Mike my heart aches for you but you will see him and your mom again. I know that you will have very fond memories!!
God Bless,
Sam
June 5, 2019
Well Brothers,
We all knew this day would come, yet we thought that old man would live forever.
I just wanted you to know that he was a good friend, and it was my pleasure to work with and around him. It was always fun to come and visit one of his Driver's Ed. classes. His classroom demeanor was what I would call "Unique" but very effective and a lot of fun.
Just wanted to give my condolences, we know he is happy to be with his wife and Robert again. I hope I can live as good a life as he did.
As Always,
Trooper Larsen (WSP retired)
Terry Onustack
June 4, 2019
I grew up living next to the Scarpelli's and will always be amazed with the talent and varied interests of Victor Scarpelli, Sr.
He was skilled in industrial arts and built most of the family home on his own. He always kept a lush vegetable garden that he'd tend to each and every day during the summer months. He was a beekeeper, a honey maker, coach, club advisor, teacher...
In 1979, when my father was hospitalized by the stroke that eventually took his life, Vic convinced my 44-year-old mother that it was time that she learned how to drive. She signed up for his evening course at Shoreline Community College and he would make her drive him as they carpooled to the campus. Within a few months she had her license and moved forward with her new life as a single parent.
I remember being at the Scarpelli House one day when a little neighbor boy knocked on the door. The boy, maybe 5 or 6 years old, asked Vic if he could have a "tour of his farm." I remember Vic chuckling and saying that he didn't own a farm. I thought to myself, while to Vic, the chickens, bees, rabbits, big garden, etc. were just ordinary day-to-day things, to this young child, he was a farmer!
I was very lucky to spend so much time with Vic and his family growing up and will miss him tremendously. May he rest in peace.
Kenny Engels
June 3, 2019
A Great man who raised a great family, he will truly be missed.
Sue & Bill Morgan
June 1, 2019
May angels greet him. Will miss his gentle smile and spirit. Our condolences....
Diane Jenkins
May 31, 2019
Victor was a loving and caring person. He was so loved and respected in the Shoreline Community. He would open his heart to everyone. He loved his family so much and it was endearing to hear him speak with such love about his wife and deep love for his family. He instilled such incredible values in his children who continue his legacy of service to others and community.
I remember an afternoon when he showed me with pride his bees and chickens and we talked about family. It was a lovely afternoon.
He, his wife (a former nurse), and his children made an impact in the lives of so many students and friends throughout their lives. He will be missed for the generosity, love, and kindness that he had shown throughout his life.
Diane Wargo
May 31, 2019
A great man. I am so sorry for your loss.
Diane Wargo
May 31, 2019
A great man. So sorry for your loss.
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