Francis J. Marselli (“Frank”), 83, beloved husband of Patricia (Charest) Marselli, of West Tisbury peacefully passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026.
Born on Oct. 14, 1942, in Middletown, Conn., he was the son of 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 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.
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; his 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, and Anthony Bruscia of New York; and two nieces, Alexis Marselli and Izabella Marselli, both 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.
In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations to the MDS Foundation, online at mds-foundation.org/donate/, or to an animal shelter of your choice. All celebrations of life will be held privately by the family. Visit chapmanfuneral.com for online guestbook and information.