John Faro
John Philip Faro, 79, of Danville, New Hampshire, passed away on Sunday, 4 October 4 2026, at the Eliot Hospital in Manchester, Nh, comforted by the love of his family.
Born and raised in Lawrence, Massachusetts, John was the son of the late Salvatore and Josephine (Carrubba) Faro, and was a graduate of Lawrence High School, Class of 1967.
John was a true patriot who loved his country, the Constitution, and the freedoms it represents. Those who knew John well will remember that about him — and probably remember hearing him yell, and occasionally curse, at the television when a political issue got him fired up.
After graduating from high school, John proudly joined the United States Army. Following his training at Fort Dix, New Jersey, he volunteered to serve in Vietnam, where he served from 1969 to 1970. His service to his country was an important part of who he was, and throughout his life he remained deeply committed to his fellow veterans.
After returning from Vietnam, John worked a variety of jobs before beginning what would become a nearly 40-year career with Raytheon Company, now RTX, in Andover in 1973. He retired in 2012. Much of his career was spent in the Environmental Lab as a Test Technician. John was also a Union Steward for several years.
John was a firm supporter of the Second Amendment and was deeply involved in the shooting and firearms community. He was a Life Member of Country Pond Fish & Game Club in Newton, New Hampshire, where he served as President for 13 years. He was also a Range Officer and Firearms Instructor. He was a proud member of the NRA and served on the Board of Directors of Gun Owners of New Hampshire. John especially enjoyed shooting in the Pistol Leagues at the club, something he continued to do until his health began to limit him.
His dedication to his fellow veterans was another important part of his life. John was a member of Kenneth R. Day American Legion Post 115 in Danville, NH, where he served as Post Commander and held several other offices. For many years, he organized the Post’s Annual Memorial Day Parade. He was also instrumental in bringing a Veterans Memorial to Danville, something that reflected his deep respect for those who had served. He was a member of the VFW as well.
John was also a man of strong faith. He was a member of Saint Anne’s Parish in Hampstead, where he belonged to the Knights of Columbus St. Maximilian Kolbe Council #9058 and held a variety of offices over the years. But for John, some of the best parts of being a Knight were the simple, hands-on things. He loved cooking for the monthly Knights of Columbus dinners and working the food booth at the church’s summer festival. He enjoyed being part of the community, working alongside others, and — most importantly — feeding people.
While John was passionate about his country, his beliefs, and the organizations that meant so much to him, his grandchildren held a very special place in his heart. He made every effort to be there for them and to attend whatever they were involved in whenever his health allowed. Being present for his grandchildren was important to him, and those memories will remain a lasting part of his family’s lives.
John also enjoyed the quieter pleasures of life. He liked occasional travel and trips to the casinos, working in the yard, reading, doing crossword puzzles, and watching old television Westerns. He had a strong personality, strong opinions, and a wonderfully unmistakable way of letting everyone know what he was thinking.
John lived a life of service, conviction, faith, family, and community. He served his country, supported his fellow veterans, gave his time to his church and community, and remained true to the values he believed in.
Above all, John will be remembered not simply for the organizations he belonged to or the positions he held, but for the person he was: a devoted veteran, a man of faith, a proud patriot, a loving grandfather, and someone who left his mark on the people and communities around him.
John will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his adoring wife of fifty-seven years, Beverly (Rapa) Faro of Danville, NH, cherished children, Christopher Faro and his wife, Jennifer of Dover, NH, and Jodi Langellotti and her husband, Christopher of Dover, NH, loving sister, Constance Jezierski of Sandown, NH, three treasured grandchildren, Nicholas Faro, Molly Faro, and Sydney Langellotti, sister-in-law, Thelma Hodges of Naples, FL, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to Calling Hours on Sunday, 18 October 2026, from 15:00 to 18:00, at the Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St, Plaistow, NH. John’s Funeral Mass will take place the next day, Monday, 19 October, at 11:00, in St. Anne’s Church, 26 Emerson Ave, Hampstead, NH. Interment of John’s urn will be held on Monday, 26 October 2026, at 13:00 in the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Hwy, Boscawen, NH.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in John’s memory to St. Anne’s Outreach, 26 Emerson Ave. Hampstead, NH 03303.