From 1960 yearbook (Junior year)

Francis (Frank) Marselli
1942 - 2026

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Francis J. (Frank) Marselli, 83 beloved husband of Patricia (Charest) Marselli, of West Tisbury, Massachusetts peacefully passed away on Monday, (March 23, 2026).

Born on October 14, 1942, in Middletown, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Daniel and Rita (Fontanelli) Marselli.

He attended Middletown and Cromwell schools and was a tool and die maker all his life. He was a very strong, loving and kind man. He loved people and life. He was proud of his Italian heritage and loved his country.

Frank is survived by his wife, Patricia Marselli of West Tisbury, his son Daniel Marselli and his wife Kelly of Glastonbury; his son Phil Marselli of Cromwell; a son Brian Marselli; his daughter Renee Stempien and her husband Todd of West Tisbury; and his nephew Fiori Marselli and wife Monica of Cromwell. He also leaves behind four grandchildren, Rhiannon Marselli of Colorado, Brandon Marselli of East Hampton, Saxon Marselli of Broad Brook, Anthony Bruscia of New York; and two nieces, Alexis Marselli of Cromwell and Izabella Marselli of Cromwell. Frank is also survived by one great granddaughter Mia Marselli of Nevada. He is further survived by one sister Danita Marselli-Wyman. Frank was predeceased by a brother, Robert Marselli. Frank was an animal lover; he had a cat named “Dexter” whom he loved dearly.

Frank will be missed by all who knew him. To know him is to love him, is an understatement.

In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations to the MDS Foundation.org or an animal shelter of your choice. All celebrations of life will be held privately by the family.