Constance Amelia Coppola

Constance Amelia (Faro) Coppola, 80, of Derry, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully in her home on June 29, 2025. Born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, Connie was the cherished daughter of the late Philadelphio and Edna (Putis) Faro. She was a 1962 graduate of Lawrence High School.
Connie led a life grounded in compassion, dedication, and quiet strength. She was generous and loving and always tried her best to help others in their time of need.
Connie was married to the love of her life, Alfred J. Coppola, with whom she shared 45 years of joy, growth, and partnership.
She was predeceased by Alfred in 2017 and her son Christopher in 2022.
She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer E. Shelsky, and her husband, Christopher of Nashua, NH. She was also blessed to be step-grandmother to Dara and Jacob Shelsky.
Connie is also survived her beloved sister Rosemary Janco and her husband David of Newburyport, MA; and niece Lisa Brzek and her family including spouse Ted and their children Thea and Teddy, and nephew David Janco. She leaves behind a wide circle of dear friends who were touched by her generosity, grace and sincerity and warm sense of humor.
She and Al ran Coppola Insurance in Derry, New Hampshire for many years together. Her work ethic was exceptional; she helped Al build a successful business by providing clients with exceptional personalized service.
She leaves behind a wide circle of dear friends who were touched by her generosity, grace and sincerity and warm sense of humor.
Connie's legacy is one of resilience, protection and steadfast love.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Connie's name to The American Heart Association at heart.org/en/why-give. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, July 10th, 2025 from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen, MA 01844. Burial will take place at a later date in the Lithuanian Cemetery in Bradford, MA.