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John Fachini, 88

10/04/2022

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — John Fachini, 88 of North Adams, MA died on Tuesday October 4, 2022 at his home.

He was born in North Adams, MA on January 2, 1934, a son of Antonio Giuseppe Fachini and Edna Alice (Bratcher) Fachini. He attended local schools.

John worked at A. Shapiro & Sons for many years. He was a communicant of the former St. Francis of Assisi Church. John enjoyed driving race cars and snow mobiles. He was an avid hunter and sportsman.

Survivors include one daughter- Dina L. Fachini of North Adams and one son- John E. Fachini of Kingfield, ME. He also leaves five grandchildren including Michael Coody, Dorothy Berthiaume, Desiree McDonald, Jordan McDonald and Douglas Blair; thirteen great grandchildren; two sisters- Irene Schroeder of Methuen, MA and Diane Vattes of NH and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter- Debra Hook and his sisters and brothers including Elizabeth, Mary, Edith, Carol, James, Joseph, Robert, Anthony, Michael, and Louis.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A graveside service for John Fachini will be held on Tuesday October 11, 2022 at 1:30 PM at Southview cemetery in North Adams. Memorial donations may be made to the Adams Outdoorsmen for Youth in care of FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.

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I am so glad I was able to see him and had a wonderful conversation at the anniversary party. He was definitely one of my favorite uncles. My condolences to his family. ? for all Linds
from: Linda Manchini Motta	on: 11-04-2022

Dina & John, I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I hope you find comfort in all your special times you spent with him. RIP John
from: Pam Sisto	on: 10-11-2022

MIn my mom's spirit (Donna Hackett) and with my family's respect; our condolence, thoughts and prayers are with your family.
from: Angelique Marks	on: 10-11-2022

Uncle John, I will miss your visits, your humor and the stories about you and dad racing! Your quick witted comebacks and your sincere appreciation for family is something I will think about often. Til we meet again, Rest In Peace.
from: Rick Fachini	on: 10-07-2022

My sincere condolences to the surviving Fachini family. As a State St kid hanging out with Jimmie and Diane Fachini I was always impressed with John for his hard work, humor, and of course his legendary hunting prowess. I am sure he will be missed by many.
from: Dick Witherell	on: 10-07-2022

Grandpa John, there are no words for this I definitely remember being younger and coming around quite often with my grandma and aunt dina ?? i will love and remember you always as the funny man you were when i was younger. Please give my grandma a hug and kiss from me.
from: Tarah Lee	on: 10-06-2022

My beloved "Uncle", you are a legend! You have made it where others cannot. You have been there with all of your stories, your discipline, your kindness, your teaching abilities, and most of all - being just you with visiting me and my family daily! You were like a dad to my dad, and I am grateful for everything you have done! I love you to the moon and back! I miss visiting you every day, I miss the stories, I miss laughing and telling all the crazy hunting stories with dad! OMG, you both should have had Go Pro's on your heads! Those moments are Ripley's Believe it Not!! I am honored that you are my uncle and will always be on my mind especially when I go hunting!! RIP, you finally won your fight to be completely free!! Love you always and forever, Laura Fachini Champagne
from: Laura Champagne	on: 10-06-2022

I am so sorry for the loss of my deceased husband's brother John. Unfortunately I will be unable to attend due to my own health issues. John was a great man and he will be missed dearly. My condolences to all family.
from: LuAnn Fachini	on: 10-06-2022

I’m so sorry for your loss! You are all in my thoughts
from: Marie Coody	on: 10-06-2022

Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of John's beloved family. He truly was a legend who never failed to entertain you with a hunting story and also had a green thumb for growing the best tomatoes. Rest in peace my friend, you will never be forgotten.
from: Dave & Nancy Cardimino	on: 10-06-2022

I want to express my deepest condolences Dina, John, nieces, nephews, grandkids and cousins. John seemed to be the glue that kept you all together. You have a big beautiful loving family and I’m sure he’ll be watching out for each and every one of you. John, God bless you and rest easy, Sir.
from: Heather Ellsworth	on: 10-06-2022

So sorry for your loss. I have goid memories. I will miss him very much
from: Dawn Maynard Cahoon	on: 10-05-2022

My favorite Fachini uncle, breaking all the longevity records! I’ll never forget your cookies, deer, and other hunting treasures. May you Rest In Peace… you’ve worked long enough. Keep my dad company. ??
from: Bobbie-Anne Fachini	on: 10-05-2022

I really enjoyed John’s company when he mowed the lawn at the VFW. He always made a point to come in a visit me. He was a kind and gentle man. Thoughts and prayers sent to entire Fachini family.
from: Kathy Eilers	on: 10-05-2022

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