Francis J. "Frank" Marchessault

Francis J. "Frank" Marchessault, 94, of Lunenberg and formerly of Marston's Mills, passed away surrounded by his family on the morning of Thursday, December 5, 2024.
He was the devoted husband of Claire L. (Gervais) Marchessault, with whom he shared 71 wonderful years of marriage. Frank's deep love for Claire and his faith in God were the foundation of their family. Together they raised four children, all of whom carry on his legacy of kindness, integrity, and unwavering devotion to family. He leaves behind his loving children: Denise DeOliveira and her husband Francisco, of Leominster; Stephen Marchessault and his wife Linda, of Rutland; Ron Marchessault and his wife Dana, of Mashpee; and Michael Marchessault and his wife Katie, of Cumberland, ME.
He was also the proud grandfather of ten cherished grandchildren: Stephen, Daniel, Jennifer, Sarah, Justin, Cristina, Nicholas, Michael, Benjamin, and James. Frank's heart swelled with pride for his eight great-grandchildren, who were a source of joy in his later years. He is survived by his brother, Paul Marchessault, of Tewksbury, and was predeceased by his brother, George Marchessault, of Prescott, AZ.
Born in Auburn, Frank was the son of the late George and Irene (Plante) Marchessault. He graduated from Auburn High School and, in 1951, enlisted in the U.S. Army to serve his country during the Korean Conflict. After his honorable discharge, Frank returned to civilian life and pursued higher education at Northeastern University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
Frank enjoyed a successful and distinguished 40-year career at IBM, where he worked in both the United States and Japan, rising to the position of Executive. His professional accomplishments were matched only by the joy he found in his personal life, especially the years spent with family and friends.
Frank's life was full of adventure, love, and laughter. He and Claire built homes on Cape Cod, where their doors were always open to loved ones. Frank had a passion for boating, fishing, and golf, often enjoying these pursuits with family by his side. He cherished traveling the world and creating lasting memories with those he held dear.
Frank was a man of faith, integrity, and generosity. He was deeply involved in his community and a loyal member of Christ the King Parish in Mashpee. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to the Christ the King Parish Thrift Shop, Mashpee Mass, benefitting St. Vincent de Paul Society of Cotuit, a cause close to Frank's heart. You can donate at https://christthekingparish.com/thrift-shop/
Frank's legacy will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, who will remember him as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather-a man who gave his all to those he loved. He will be dearly missed, but his spirit will forever remain a guiding light to all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with the Marchessault family from 4 – 7 PM on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the Britton-Wallace Funeral Home, 91 Central Street, Auburn. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 AM on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at St. Joseph's Church, 189 Oxford Street N, Auburn, with burial to follow at Notre Dame Cemetery.