- Date Of Birth: February 19, 1974
- Date Of Death: July 28, 2022
- State: Massachusetts
John C. Lahar, 48, of Mendon, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 28, 2022. He is the beloved husband to Alyssa S. (Gordon) Lahar.
Born in Boston, he was the son of Richard A. Lahar of Whitinsville and the late Mary E. (Coen) Lahar. John grew up in Bellingham, MA.
Anyone who knew John knew he loved his family above everything else. His parents instilled a deep faith and love of family early on that he and Alyssa continued for over 21 years. He dedicated his life to their three boys, coaching all three boys in basketball. He never missed a game, was the best chauffeur, and found joy in simply being with his family. Their house was open every Sunday in the fall for many boys to watch football and trash talk the Fantasy Football leagues.
John was a true competitor, whether it was a game of chess, trivia, basketball, or just trying to win a debate. Most would tell you he never lost, and his quick wit was legendary.
John spent his professional career in education. He taught for seven years before becoming an administrator in 2003. In 2010, John and North Smithfield Middle School were recognized by the General Assembly after student test scores rose 20 percentage points in reading, the largest improvement in the state; this was something he took great pride in. He had a rare combination of generosity, caring, and humor that touched all the students and teachers he worked with. He loved a good prank and was gifted in the art of storytelling.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Jack, Matthew, and William, all of Mendon; his sister, Tara Bibeault and her husband Jeffrey, of Uxbridge; his aunt Leanne Lahar, of Dedham, his father-in-law, Steven Gordon and his wife Maureen, of Franklin; and his mother-in-law, Audrey Seyffert and her husband Ronald, of Franklin.
