Photo courtesy of Rigby Harting and Hagan Funeral Home - Media
Media, Pennsylvania
Mar 28, 1925 – May 22, 2020 (Age 95)
Angelo Marsella
Age 95 years, passed away on May 22, 2020 at his daughter's home in Upper Darby, PA. Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, he went to South Philadelphia High School. He made his home in Upper Darby before settling in Brookhaven, PA. Angelo worked as an electrician for several contractors before joining The Naval Air Engineering Center where he worked for 24 years as an electrician. He was a member of Our Lady of Charity Parish, and was active with OLC senior group.
Mr. Marsella was a proud WWII veteran. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and participated in the invasion of Normandy, served in southern France, and the assault in Okinawa. He received the American Campaign Medal, The Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, The Victory Medal,The Navy Occupational Asta Clasp, The Philippine Liberation Medal, The Navy Combat Ribbon, and the French Legion of Honor “Chevalier”. Angelo enjoyed attending the 50 year anniversary commemorative dinner of the D Day Landing which was also attended by Queen Elizabeth. As a proud veteran, he became active with the Media VFW post 3460 and was a member of State and National LST association
Mr. Marsella was the husband of the late Marilyn J. Marsella who died in 1990 and the late Anna Marie Marsella who died in 2011. He is survived by his daughter Barbara Krautheim (Thomas) and Marilyn Marsella, 2 grandsons David and Daniel, 6 great-grandchildren, and his brother Francis Marsella.
His funeral and viewing will be private. Burial in Arlington Cemetery. Angelo’s family wants to thank the caring staff of Asana Hospice in Ridley Park, PA for their care and special attention given to Angelo.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the PA Veterans' Museum (paveteransmuseum.org), Wounded Warriors (woundedwarriorproject.org) or Boys' Town (boystown.org)
To stream Mr. Marsella's service at 1:00 pm on May 27th, please visit the following link:
Arrangements by Rigby Harting & Hagan Funeral Home 15 E. Fourth St. Media, PA 19063
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We met Angelo years ago at the Brookhaven Municipal Center. Come to find out, he knew my father and uncles from South Philadelphia. He was such a gentleman. We enjoyed talking with him about old times. He will be surely missed. Natalie and Anthony Pino
Natalie Pino
June 08, 2020 | Brookhavewn, PA | Acquaintance
May his many memories fill all your hearts with laughter soon. Barb, Tom, Marilyn, David & Danny, and Family you are in our prayers and hearts always and especially at this time. It was an honor and a pleasure to know and have Angelo in the family. Congratulations on the "Freedom Medal" we are sorry he couldn't except in person something very much deserved Angelo! Thank you for sharing this difficult day like this, we are glad we could be a part of it even afterwards. Love and hugs to all of...
Sandra & Chuck Krautheim
May 29, 2020 | Folcroft, PA | Family
A truly great man and friend
Ed fetzer
May 28, 2020 | Friend
When we think of Angelo, we think of the gentleman who celebrated pride in his faith, country and family. He was a man of integrity and he has instilled these qualities in all of you.
We will miss Angelo and are thankful that he was a part of our family.
God bless you and may you rest in Peace.
Love, Charlie and Jeannie
Jean Getty
May 27, 2020 | Ridley Park, PA | Family
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to my cousins Barbara & Marilyn and family. I'm very grateful I talked to my Uncle as much as I did especially right before he went into the hospital told him I loved him and wished him to get well soon. My father and I ( brother Francis) will miss your phone calls almost every day. I appreciated Uncle Angie so much for always checking on my Dad ...he always ended the conversation very good and right O. Uncle Angie you will never be forgotten you are...
Denise Gabriel
May 27, 2020 | Philadelphia, PA | Family
My deepest sympathy to the Marsella Family for the loss of your loved one, Angelo, and pray God gives you comfort, peace and strength.
JW/JKH
May 27, 2020
On behalf of all of us, please accept our sympathy over the loss of your dad, grandfather, and great grandfather. Nothing we can say or write will replace his loss, but we will always remember his kindness and cheerfulness. In fact, I can't remember him not having a smile on his face whenever we met which in recent time was all too infrequent. Today, even though it is a day of sadness, I can't help but smile looking at his picture for all the great memories. We will miss you Uncle Angie. ...
Nick (Bud) Marsella
May 27, 2020 | Yorktown, VA | Family
Aunt Barb, Uncle Tom, David, Danny and the whole family, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs and love during this difficult time. His memory and all his stories will live on through all of you. RIP Angelo. Love always Rachael, Mike, and family
Rachael McGowan
May 27, 2020 | Glenolden, PA | Family
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Eileen Flynn
May 27, 2020 | Upper Darby, PA | Friend