Frank R. Marchelli Sr. "BUB" 91, of Beverly passed away peacefully on November 22, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Beverly, he was the son of the late Joseph Marchelli and Mary Marchelli (Cardinalli) both of Italy.

Frank was a two time WWII Veteran of the United States Air Force earning a WWII Victory Medal and an Army of Occupation Medal (Japan). He worked as a Chemist for Metal Hydrides. His high school nickname was "Moo". An all-star athlete, he played Football, Basketball and Baseball for BHS as well as Minor League Baseball for the Chicago Cubs. He enjoyed gardening, golfing and going to the racetrack every Saturday with his son Frank Jr. and his wife Florence.

He was a truly brilliant man and placed special attention on education. He loved finding ways to challenge his grandkids -- solving riddles with them, doing crossword puzzles with his granddaughters Angelina and Sabrina and having friendly debates with his grandson Joey. His great grandson Tyler was his pride and joy.

With the most positive outlook on life, he was always laughing and making others do the same. He was the most noble, honorable, loyal man you could ever meet and will be dearly missed by those who love him.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Florence Marchelli (Chouinard), his son Frank R. Marchelli Jr. and wife Jane, his brother Joseph Marchelli, his five grandchildren Joseph Marchelli, Sabrina Marchelli, Angelina Turla, Chrissidy Abbott and Mike Marchelli, his 3 great grandchildren Tyler Fultz, Laila Berube and August Abbott. He is predeceased by his parents Joseph and Mary Marchelli, his brothers Danny and Raymond and sisters Ann and Marcella.

Funeral services will be held privately. Arrangements by the Campbell Funeral Home, 525 Cabot Street, Beverly. Information, directions, condolences at www.campbellfuneral.com.

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