Blaise Maselli, 71, of Hollywood, FL, passed away on February 22^nd after a valiant battle with stomach cancer.

Blaise was born on July 31^st, 1949 to Armando and Filomena Maselli in Manhattan, NY.  After high school, Blaise went on to serve his country in the Vietnam War as a decorated Marine, joining the reserves upon leaving active duty. Blaise also served in the merchant marines for several years, loved to fish, became a ballroom dancer (where he met his wife), ran his own janitorial supply business, and towards the end of his life studied Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine, becoming a licensed acupuncturist and massage therapist.

Blaise is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Selina N. Maselli; his children: Amber Maselli, Blaise Maselli Jr, Vito Maselli and wife Ruthy; his siblings: Frank Maselli and Julia Maselli; and finally his adored nieces: Meredith Maselli, Cheryl Wampler and husband John. He is predeceased by his father Armando Maselli and his mother Filomena Maselli. His tireless love for his family was evident in his final moments.

Express your condolences with flowers sent to Blaise ‘Rick’ Maselli. You may also express your condolences by making a donation in Blaise’s name to Little Flower Catholic Church in Hollywood, Florida (http://littleflowerhollywood.org) or to the Vietnam Veterans of America (www.vva.org).

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 6400 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33024.  Please join his Celebration of Life with the Maselli family.

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