Fausto D. DelGrosso

Join us in celebrating the life of Fausto Donal DelGrosso who was a father, husband, artist, and served his country in uniform and as a civilian. If you check the weather or use GPS today, think of Fausto: he had key roles in launching the satellites necessary for both as a launch planner for various space/aviation companies. He lived 93 purposeful years crossing over quietly in his sleep on January 13, 2025. This world was blessed with his service to others and is survived by his children Holly Ann Mullen, grandsons Brett and Justin Mullen, and his son Bill DelGrosso. Fausto was born in Bangor, PA December 16, 1931. The family moved to Boyertown, PA where he set state track records at Boyertown High School prior to going to Kutztown University. He interrupted his education and stepped up as a Cold Warrior serving in the US Air Force Strategic Air Command, patrolling the skies to keep America and our allies safe. He stood watch for the rest of us, and contributed to advancements in aviation, space, and technology that we rely on every day. He hung up his Air Force uniform, and while finishing his BA from Kutztown University, he sold an Oldsmobile to a special education teacher, Beverley Ruth Thomas on Valentines Day 1960. In 1963 they bundled their kids, Holly Ann Mullen, and Bill DelGrosso, into a car headed to South Florida as pioneers in special education and the space program. Fausto was part of the vast commercial team that sent the first humans to the moon as a production manager for avionics companies. He started a landscaping business greening the Florida environment. Their careers then took them to Maryland, and back to Pennsylvania. He dedicated his latter professional life serving others in the Federal Emergency Management Agency Logistics section mobilizing lifesaving resources for disaster survivors and responders. Between learning to scuba dive and being active in the Cursillo movement, he began to paint, inspired by the Impressionists, and Ernest Hemmingway. He was an avid bird watcher keeping binoculars and birding books on the window ledge. He transitioned what he saw into award winning wood carvings. The Ward Show awarded him numerous awards including Best In The World in 2004 for interpretive carving. Fausto was always modest about his talent, giving away most of his art that graces homes and organizations across the USA. A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 20, 2025, at 10:00AM at St. Aloysius New Cemetery (800 block of Buchert Rd., Pottstown, PA 19464) with Fr. John Maria officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked to send donations to the Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County.