Frank Albert Buccellato, 77, passed away on February 22, 2026, due to a stroke and heart infection. He was born July 21, 1948, in Pittsburg, California, to Maxine McLaughlin and Nick Buccellato.

Frank attended Pittsburg High School and was drafted during the Vietnam War by the U.S. Army. He later enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving as a driver and mechanic. Originally ordered to Vietnam, his assignment was changed to Alaska, where he completed his service. He maintained a lifelong love for his country and respect for military service.

Raised Catholic, Frank later joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and remained faithful throughout his life.

In 1975, he married Brenda Vankatwyk in the Oakland California Temple. They raised four children: Autumn, Brian, Craig, and Emily. They later divorced in 2001. He later married Sandy Medina, which also ended in divorce. On December 27, 2011, he married Dianne Nobriga, and they were sealed in the Payson Utah Temple.

Frank attended Sequoia Tech and became a diesel mechanic, working in San Francisco and Oakland for companies including Greyhound and Colombo Bread. He also served as head of his local mechanics union, advocating for workers and pensions.

He was a devoted Oakland Raiders fan, loved fishing at Kennedy Meadows, and cherished time with family. He was known for his love of animals and his beloved dogs, especially his corgis Sabrina and Tabitha.

Frank is survived by his wife, Dianne Buccellato; his children: Autumn Childers; Brian Buccellato and his wife, Elena Buccellato; Craig Buccellato; and Emily Sahsah and her husband, Ameen Sahsah; four stepchildren; 16 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and his sister, Tina Badura. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Maxine Buccellato, and his brother, Anthony “Tony” Buccellato.

Funeral Services:
Friday, March 6, 2026
10:00 a.m.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
310 E Center Street
Spanish Fork, Utah 84660

Reception to follow in the same location.

The funeral service will be streamed live. Please return to Frank's memorial page shortly before 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026, and click on the link below.

Frank Buccellato Funeral Service