John Charles “Chip” Lamphere Jr. passed away in Franklin, Tennessee, on July 4, 2026, at the age of 57. Chip was born on May 31, 1969, and raised in Chester, New Hampshire. He attended high school at Pinkerton Academy in Derry, NH where he was a member of the 1985 & 1986 Division 1 State Championship football teams. He was a beloved son, father, brother, uncle and friend whose integrity, courage, and dedication shaped the lives of countless people.
Chip graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1992, where he distinguished himself and built a foundation of integrity and honor. Chip proudly served his country as an Airborne Ranger qualified Infantry Officer in the United States Army, demonstrating courage and tenacity in every aspect of his military service.
Following his military service, Chip established a successful career in the Construction and Real Estate Industry. In his free time, Chip found joy and fulfillment in hunting, fishing, sporting, clay shooting, golfing, and boating. He was also an endurance athlete who completed multiple marathons and triathlons, culminating in the achievement of a full Ironman.
He is survived by his devoted parents, John Sr. and Rhonda Lamphere of Chester, NH; his cherished daughters, Emily (Ryan) Heinz of San Deigo, California and Rachel Lamphere of Hanford, California; his loving brother, Kevin (Kristine) Lamphere of Hooksett, NH; and his fiancée Jody Nash of Franklin, Tennessee.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. followed by a service at 6:00 p.m. at the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to Reboot Recovery in Chip's memory.