Helen J. Scarpechi

Helen Jean Scarpechi, 87, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at the Living Center at Geneva - North.

Born on June 10, 1939, Helen Jean Scarpechi lived a life marked by devotion to her work, her faith, her pets, and her wonderful friends and family who were a very important part of her life.

She retired after working 18 years as a Commissioner for the Yates County Board of Elections. She was faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. Helen was especially known for the love she held for her adopted stray kitty's, who seemed to know that once they came to her house, they would always be loved, fed and cared for. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Charles J. Scarpechi; her father, Ora A. Peacock Sr.; her mother, Louise Miller Peacock; and her sister, Joan Foster.

She is survived by her children, Vincent Scarpechi, Alexander Scarpechi, and Stephanie Scarpechi. Her brothers Ora A. Peacock Jr; and Robert L (Dorothy) Peacock Sr., several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Services will be provided by the Weldon Funeral Home located at 102 E. Main Street, Penn Yan on Saturday November 14. Calling hours will be from 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p,m. with a service directly following.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Yates County, PO Box 12, Penn Yan, NY 14527.