Death date: Dec 30, 2023
Thomas Altieri, 79, of Ashford, CT, passed away unexpectedly at his home Saturday, December 30, 2023. He was the son of the late Thomas and Eunice (Helin) Altieri. Born in Meriden, CT, Tom proudly served as a Meriden USPS letter c Read Obituary
We're so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He and Joanne were wonderful neighbors. I can remember a story Dan Kane did on their sled dogs as they ran up our shared driveway. I think one of his first school demonstrations was for our son's 4th grade class. He was always pleasant and very gifted. We will keep his family in our prayers. Chris & Vickie Reiser
Tom was one of the kindest and most admirable men I had ever met. I feel upset that I did not visit him this year to see his dog sledding museum. I met Tom through his dogs when I rescued Siberian Huskies. We first met after he agreed to adopt a female Siberian who desperately needed a home. He just went to the shelter and brought her home. He also told me I should call him if I ever came across a puppy. When I finally called him with news of a puppy, he hesitated initially. Then Joanne called out from the background, saying they wanted the puppy to ignore Tom and bring him to their home! They fell in love with Cody, just like all their other dogs. I always wished I had gotten into the sport myself after seeing him work with his dogs and hearing his stories. On one visit, Tom and Joanne took their team out for a run at Natchaug State Forest, and he let me take them out for a run - it was an unforgettable experience. Tom had a great sense of humor, and whenever you called him, he would make you question whether you had dialed the correct number, always ending in laughter. I miss talking to him, asking for advice, listening to his stories - and receiving their Christmas cards every year with pictures of his team—my prayers to you, Joanne, for your loss.
Tom was a good friend, good neighbor, and good co-worker. He was one of the first people that befriended me when I moved to Meriden. He was always there to help if I had a project at home and always willing to give a demonstration for the Scouts with his dogsled team the epitome of a nice giving thoughtful person he will be missed.
To Mrs altieri and family so sorry for your loss i worked with tom at the post office he was a great guy he had a good sense of humor he will be missed
To Mrs Altieri and family, please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Tom. Both my husband and I worked with him at the Meriden post Office, he was a great person, he and I had many conversations about things in life, he helped me by just being a friend. May he rest in the peace. Veronica and Mark Gavagni
