DEMASI, Francesco “Frank”
Born Thursday April 02, 1931. Passed away Thursday April 06, 2023.
Born in Monsoreto, Italy. Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health, surrounded by family.
Dearly loved husband of Teresa for 58 years. Cherished father and father-in-law of John and Donna-Maree, Mary and Daryl, David and Julie. Cherished Nonno to 8 grandchildren.
Rest in peace.
Funeral notice
Friday April 14, 2023
Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Mr. Francesco Demasi will be offered at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Gellibrand Street, Colac on Friday, April 14, 2023 commencing at 1:30 p.m.
The Funeral will leave the Church at the conclusion of Mass for the Colac Cemetery.
For those who are unable to attend, CLICK HERE to view the live-stream.
Tributes
Leave a tributeDear Teresa and family. So sorry for your loss. I have missed seeing Frank walking past. Also him stopping to talk to Neville when he was still alive. Rest In Peace Frank.
April 26, 2023 7:00 pm
To Mrs Demasi and family.
Heartfelt condolences on the loss of Frank.
What a wonderful life he created since emigrating to Australia.as a young man.
His work ethic and kindness touched so very many and he was greatly respected in our community.
May he now rest in peace.April 21, 2023 6:36 pm
Dear Teresa, Mary and family, please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the sad loss of a loving husband, father and grandfather. Sending love to you all in your time of sorrow and loss. 🌹Julie Campbell xx
April 15, 2023 10:10 pm
Dear Teresa and family, I have known Frank since I was about 20 year old and regard him as one of the best men that I have ever known .My memories of him will be as a man with very good social ethics. Honest, hard working , a good family man, kind and a real Gentleman. May you rest in peace Mate.
April 14, 2023 7:44 pm
Fond memories of Sunday visits to Cororooke and Colac to enjoy wonderful hospitality and share great times with the De Masi family.
Sincerest condolences
Famiglia RacioppiApril 14, 2023 12:57 pm
Dear Cousins Teresa, John, David, Mary and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. We have such amazing memories cousin Frank. An absolute kind gentlemen who always had time for us with a great story of his lifetime memories to follow.
I vividly remember as a little boy visiting Frank for a chat with my father at the town square or botanical gardens where Frank worked, he would give dad tips were the best acorns were so on the weekends we could go and gather them for our salami pigs, and they’d always make time to talk and laugh about old times in Italy. Amazing life experiences and funny sotories.
His respect for others was paramount and everyone knew Frank.
A big hole in your hearts and ours also. Our heart filled condolences.
John, Ally and family.April 14, 2023 9:09 am
To Mrs Demasi and family, our sympathy and love to you all at this sad time. Mr Demasi was a wonderful man, always friendly, kind and welcoming. From Frankie ( Leo) Boylan, Judy ( Stuart) Jackson and family
April 13, 2023 8:37 pm
A true gentleman - quiet, gentle, kind and there is no doubt where Frank will be now - in Gods vegetable garden and orchard - Certainly with the best tomatoes in heaven.
Our deepest condolences to Teresa and all the family Tim & Mary Greene.April 13, 2023 6:58 pm
Our deepest condolences to the Demasi Familglia. Sending our prayers and strength at this difficult time. RIP From Rosina Vecchio/Antonietta Filippi and the Manno Family
April 13, 2023 6:33 pm
Condolences to all the Demasi Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he rest in peace. From Pina Ciancio and Family
April 13, 2023 6:22 pm
Dear Teresa and family our thoughts are with you all at this sad time . Frank was a true gentleman always as he came into church he took the time to acknowledge us .May he rest peacefully love Nola Curley McGuane and family 🌹🌹
April 13, 2023 5:29 pm
Our deepest, heartfelt sympathy to you Zia, your children & grandchildren. Sending love, strength & peace during this very difficult time 🤍🤍 Renzo & Jenny Cunico & family xoxo
April 13, 2023 2:34 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Teresa John Mary David and there famillies on Franks passing long time neighbour in Cororooke a man who lived life to the fullest A gentleman in every sense RIP Frank Love William Maryanne McGuane& family
April 13, 2023 9:11 am
Dear Teresa,John,Mary ,David and families
So sorry to hear of Frank's passing.He was such a great man to work with and was so generous with his time to help everyone. Always remember Frank carving wood with a piece of glass to make wooden spoons.He would never miss the market report sitting in the car at lunchtime.He had so much time for everyone and we all thought the world of Frank.
A life well lived.April 12, 2023 6:03 pm
Fond memories of Cororooke days and your involvement in the life of St. Brendan's Parish community. A warm and gentle presence. Heartfelt sympathy to Teresa and family.
April 12, 2023 5:48 pm
To Teresa and family ,my deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one.
April 12, 2023 2:30 pm
Dear Teresa,John, Donna,Mary,Daryl,David,Julie and grandchildren.
So sad to hear of Frank's passing.
Our condolences to you all.
Such wonderful memories of Frank,a kind and caring gentleman.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Rest in peace Frank.Helen(Morrissy)and Peter Kluzek
April 12, 2023 12:38 pm
Our deepest condolences to the Demasi family. Frank was a true gentleman and lovely neighbour. Will be deeply missed
Love julieanne, dick ,karina and sharna mckenzieApril 12, 2023 11:22 am
Deepest Sympathy to Teresa, John, Mary, David and families on sad passing of Frank. Great work friend of Ed's for many years and will be sadly missed by all. Frank was a true gentleman.
Ed and Gail Riches
April 12, 2023 10:40 am
To Teresa & family, my sincere condolences to you all on the passing of Frank. Many good memories, going right back to when you lived in Skene St, next door to my Grandmother Doris Gillett.
April 11, 2023 10:58 am
Dear Teresa and family,
Sending our deepest condolences to all, Frank was such a gentle soul, a true gentleman. May he rest in peace.
He will be missed by everyone.
🙏💙
Love, the Borsos family xxApril 11, 2023 10:08 am
Dear Mrs Demasi, Mary, John , David & Family’s . Our condolences at the loss of a loved husband, father, & Grandfather . I remember visiting you all in the past, I was always felt welcome in your home, & comfortable, your homemade wine, awesome meals when a visit. Rest in peace Mr Demasi. Our thoughts are with you all.💔💔❌❌ Susan, Terry, Riley & Scotty Morter.
April 11, 2023 7:14 am
Dear Teresa, John, Maria, and David. We are very sorry to hear of your sad news. I have very fond memories of Frank. He was always patient and kind, a real gentleman. Frank always made time to relate to you even as young children, he always made time to talk and say hello. He treated everyone around him with respect, and he was greatly respected in return. If we can follow his example, the world will be a better place. Our heartfelt condolences to you all.
Franco and Maggie Cavalieri and family.
April 10, 2023 5:59 pm
To Teresa and all the families and inlaws may we offer our heartfelt sympathy and condolences with the loss of a friend in Frank we will keep you all in our prayers
Brian and Pam Mason.April 10, 2023 5:11 pm
To the demasi family our thought's and prayers are with you at this sad time frank was such a gentleman thinking of you all john@ sandra farnes xxx
April 10, 2023 1:38 pm
Dear Teresa and all the family so sorry to hear of Franks passing a wonderful man. Peter and MARGARET GAZAN(MORRISSY)
April 10, 2023 9:46 am
Sending all of the Demasi and extended family our sincere condolences of the loss of Frank. Sending hugs from Mani and family xxxx
April 09, 2023 6:19 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Teresa and family on the passing of Frank.
A true gentleman. Rest in peace.
Regards Phillip and Anne JohnsonApril 09, 2023 4:49 pm
To all Mr Demasi’s family, please except my deepest sympathy. A very kind man.
April 09, 2023 4:17 pm
Dear Teresa. So sad to hear of Franks passing. we shared so many wonderful memories,sharing time with Frank at the farm at Beeac.
Teresa you certainly proved the love of his life,he truly was blessed to have you share life together. Frank lived his life to such a high standard,so kind and generous and a gentleman to his children and his much loved grandchildren he will be sadly missed.
Fond memories of listening to him playing the piano accordian while playing the tarantella.Rest in Peace.Brendan Morrissy.
April 09, 2023 12:45 pm
Dear Teresa our condolences to you and your family.
Many happy times at Saint Brendans Cororooke
Go forth now Frank your work on earth is done
Rest in peace
Colleen O’Shannassy and family ❤️April 09, 2023 7:10 am
Deepest sympathy to Mrs Demasi, John, Mary, David and families on the passing of Frank. A lovely man and true gentleman. Our thoughts are with you all.
Rest peacefully.
Nicole, Wes, Alby and Cody xxApril 08, 2023 10:28 pm
Frank,
May you rest in peace. The memories of my childhood growing up in cororooke living beside you and your loving family is something that I will never forget.
The catching of rabbits and letting them go behind your place , my ferrets getting out and visiting your Chooks . You were upset but you were forgiving at the same time .
The grappa and vino as we grew older we were allowed to have a glass with you .
These memories I shall treasure I’m glad I met you and knew you in my life
RIP .April 08, 2023 9:49 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with Teresa, John, Mary, David and families. A friend and neighbour for many years.
April 08, 2023 8:17 pm
So sorry to hear about your news Frank. A great friendly, kind soul. Known him for more than 10 years. I miss you my friend. You used to bring Strawberry Grape cuttings every year.
My deepest condolences and sympathies for all family and friends. Rip 🙏🙏🙏April 08, 2023 5:18 pm
Condolences to David and family for your loss.
Spike….April 08, 2023 5:16 pm
Dear Teresa and family
Our condolences on the passing of your husband , father and Nonno
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Frank
Our prayers and thoughts are with you allTeresa ,Tony and family Chirico
April 08, 2023 3:09 pm
Teresa and family- thinking of you at this sad time at the death of Frank. He was a loved and respected man . We have heartfelt memories of him especially when he was the first person to visit our mum when dad died suddenly in Geelong. He was a thoughtful and kind man. May the Lord hold him in the hollow of his hands.
Cecilia, Nola and Carmel (Mahoney)April 08, 2023 2:55 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time of Franks passing He was a true gentleman RIP Brian&Donna Ratcliffe
April 08, 2023 2:15 pm
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
I have very fond memories of Frank whist growing up in Cororooke and Frank dropping me to work.
May Frank rest in eternal peace.April 08, 2023 1:58 pm
Deepest sympathy to Mrs Demasi, John, Mary, David and families on the passing of your Husband and Father and grandfather. Thinking of you all and sending love.. A lovely man and true gentleman.
Rest peacefully.
Brett & Shellie Harty & familyApril 08, 2023 9:19 am
My thoughts. And prayers are with you at this sad time. Memories of wonderfull days at Ondit, sewing weeding and bagging onions.
John and Frank now at peace…love to all the family.April 08, 2023 8:58 am
Mrs Demasi John David and family. Sincere Condolences on the passing of your husband and Father. Frank was such a loverly person. MARK GAYLARD.
April 07, 2023 8:12 pm