Francis Marziello, 78, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away Friday, February 17, 2023 at Tidewell Hospice Inc. Arcadia, Florida. Francis was born to Andrew and Filomina Marziello on February 11, 1945 in Pittsfield, MA. Francis was a retired firefighter of 36 years with the Pittsfield Fire Department Engine 3. He also worked for Berkshire Medical…
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Francis Marziello, 78, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away Friday, February 17, 2023 at Tidewell Hospice Inc. Arcadia, Florida.
Francis was born to Andrew and Filomina Marziello on February 11, 1945 in Pittsfield, MA. Francis was a retired firefighter of 36 years with the Pittsfield Fire Department Engine 3. He also worked for Berkshire Medical Center as a security guard for over 2 years. Francis loved fishing, hunting, cruises and baking Italian cookies but most of all casinos slot machines. He loved his family and teasing his great grandkids from time to time. His joy of life was his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Francis was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend and will forever be missed by all who loved and knew him.
Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Beverly; his 2 daughters, Marie (Mark) Vanbramer of New Ashford, MA and Susan (Tom) Overbaugh of Port Charlotte; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving daughter, Christine and granddaughter, Ashley.
A Private viewing will be held by the family at a later date.
Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to extend condolences. Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home and Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel.
Tom Harris
left a message on February 22, 2023:
Condolance to the Marziello family. Fran and I worked for different departments in the city of Pittsfield, we worked in the same area. Through the years I got to know Fran very well and developed upmost respect for him. I missed the conversations that we had over the years. He will be missed. Tom Harris retired ppd
Bob Czerwinski
left a message on February 20, 2023:
To the Marziello Family, Please accept my condolances on the passing of Frank. As a new firefighter in the Pittsfield, Fran was always willing to teach me, as well as all young members, the ways of the PFD. As I progressed up the career ladder, Fran was always there to support me and help in any way possible. He always treated every officer with the level of respect they deserved. Now, under his breath he may have said a few other things, (Dirty &%$*@...)! But, when the bells hit, Frank was always in the thick of things. He was always the dirtiest and happiest firefighter on any job we handled. Frank also excelled in the kitchen! Lunch, dinner were always exciting and delicious, but, Sunday breakfasts were his specialty! One of the best cooks I ever worked with! (Sorry Sergio!) As a friend, Fran always stepped right up when one of the brothers had a perplexing construction problem. Roof jobs, concrete, sheet rock, snow plowing, he was always there to help. Frank left a big hole in the department when he retired, and now he leaves a big hole in the lives of the wonderful family he helped raised. Bev, I am truly sorry for your loss. But rest assured, he's climbing thet big ladder to his new station in the sky, laughing and smiling all the while... Bob Czerwinski, PFD Fire Chief (Retired)
Mike Fiorini
left a message on February 20, 2023:
To Bev, Marie, Sue and all the Marziello family … it is with great sadness that we write this note. Fighting fires and being at the station together, stocking shelves at BMC after our retirements were just a couple things we did over the years. But even more than that were our fun family times. The Bronx Zoo being one of the highlights as well as vacation times at Cape Cod (Bev, remember The Shoe?). Another memory was when Frank wanted to leave our house quite late after we had all attended the Firemen’s Ball. Someone told him couldn’t because he was blocked in and wasn’t going to move her car. As he sputtered and talked under his breath, we finally told him he wasn’t blocked in at all and could have gone home long ago.
To say we’re saddened and will always remember Frank is an understatement. Rest in peace Frank. Love Mike and Leslie
Keith Phillips
left a message on February 20, 2023:
To Fran's family, I'm so sorry to hear of Fran's passing. He was not only a brother firefighter but a good friend as well. I know he loved his family tremendously and he was one of the hardest working members of the Fire Dept. that I knew! God Bless you all!!
Linda Kushi
left a message on February 20, 2023:
In memory of Francis
"Frank"
Marziello, Linda Kushi lit a candle
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Andy Wrinn
left a message on February 19, 2023:
I was sad to hear the news of Franks passing, I had the pleasure of working with Fran for a lot of years in Pittsfield Fire Dept. Frank was one of the best always giving a helping hand on an off the job. Fran was always willing to help anyone who needed it, a special guy he will be .
John m. Ricci
left a message on February 19, 2023:
Bev,Marie Susan and the whole Marziello family.I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. Frank was a great firefighter and my mentor. Most of all he was a true friend.So many memories.Your gone but will never be forgotten. I will miss everything about you.Till we meet again my friend.
Sergio Demo
left a message on February 19, 2023:
Rest easy Brother. It was an honor serving with you You taught us alll what it meant to be a firefighter. Thanks Frank
Tom Henry
left a message on February 19, 2023:
So sorry to hear of the loss of a fine firefighter and friend. My condolences to his family. Worked with Frank for many years. He was always someone you could count on in any situation. My wife MaryJane also sends her heartfelt sympathy.
Dan Amuso
left a message on February 19, 2023:
To the Marziello Family,
I send you all my sincerest condolences on the passing of your loved one Frank.
I had the honor and pleasure of working with Frank from 1983 til his retirement. Frank was an outstanding firefighter and taught me so much. His sense of humor made life at the firehouse so enjoyable. He certainly was One Of The Best!
Sincerely,
Dan Amuso
Pittsfield,Ma.
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Tom Harris
left a message on February 22, 2023:
Condolance to the Marziello family. Fran and I worked for different departments in the city of Pittsfield, we worked in the same area. Through the years I got to know Fran very well and developed upmost respect for him. I missed the conversations that we had over the years. He will be missed. Tom Harris retired ppd
Bob Czerwinski
left a message on February 20, 2023:
To the Marziello Family, Please accept my condolances on the passing of Frank. As a new firefighter in the Pittsfield, Fran was always willing to teach me, as well as all young members, the ways of the PFD. As I progressed up the career ladder, Fran was always there to support me and help in any way possible. He always treated every officer with the level of respect they deserved. Now, under his breath he may have said a few other things, (Dirty &%$*@...)! But, when the bells hit, Frank was always in the thick of things. He was always the dirtiest and happiest firefighter on any job we handled. Frank also excelled in the kitchen! Lunch, dinner were always exciting and delicious, but, Sunday breakfasts were his specialty! One of the best cooks I ever worked with! (Sorry Sergio!) As a friend, Fran always stepped right up when one of the brothers had a perplexing construction problem. Roof jobs, concrete, sheet rock, snow plowing, he was always there to help. Frank left a big hole in the department when he retired, and now he leaves a big hole in the lives of the wonderful family he helped raised. Bev, I am truly sorry for your loss. But rest assured, he's climbing thet big ladder to his new station in the sky, laughing and smiling all the while... Bob Czerwinski, PFD Fire Chief (Retired)
Mike Fiorini
left a message on February 20, 2023:
To Bev, Marie, Sue and all the Marziello family … it is with great sadness that we write this note. Fighting fires and being at the station together, stocking shelves at BMC after our retirements were just a couple things we did over the years. But even more than that were our fun family times. The Bronx Zoo being one of the highlights as well as vacation times at Cape Cod (Bev, remember The Shoe?). Another memory was when Frank wanted to leave our house quite late after we had all attended the Firemen’s Ball. Someone told him couldn’t because he was blocked in and wasn’t going to move her car. As he sputtered and talked under his breath, we finally told him he wasn’t blocked in at all and could have gone home long ago.
To say we’re saddened and will always remember Frank is an understatement. Rest in peace Frank. Love Mike and Leslie
Keith Phillips
left a message on February 20, 2023:
To Fran's family, I'm so sorry to hear of Fran's passing. He was not only a brother firefighter but a good friend as well. I know he loved his family tremendously and he was one of the hardest working members of the Fire Dept. that I knew! God Bless you all!!
Linda Kushi
left a message on February 20, 2023:
In memory of Francis
"Frank"
Marziello, Linda Kushi lit a candle
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Andy Wrinn
left a message on February 19, 2023:
I was sad to hear the news of Franks passing, I had the pleasure of working with Fran for a lot of years in Pittsfield Fire Dept. Frank was one of the best always giving a helping hand on an off the job. Fran was always willing to help anyone who needed it, a special guy he will be .
John m. Ricci
left a message on February 19, 2023:
Bev,Marie Susan and the whole Marziello family.I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. Frank was a great firefighter and my mentor. Most of all he was a true friend.So many memories.Your gone but will never be forgotten. I will miss everything about you.Till we meet again my friend.
Sergio Demo
left a message on February 19, 2023:
Rest easy Brother. It was an honor serving with you You taught us alll what it meant to be a firefighter. Thanks Frank
Tom Henry
left a message on February 19, 2023:
So sorry to hear of the loss of a fine firefighter and friend. My condolences to his family. Worked with Frank for many years. He was always someone you could count on in any situation. My wife MaryJane also sends her heartfelt sympathy.
Dan Amuso
left a message on February 19, 2023:
To the Marziello Family,
I send you all my sincerest condolences on the passing of your loved one Frank.
I had the honor and pleasure of working with Frank from 1983 til his retirement. Frank was an outstanding firefighter and taught me so much. His sense of humor made life at the firehouse so enjoyable. He certainly was One Of The Best!
Sincerely,
Dan Amuso
Pittsfield,Ma.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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