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Ferdinand 'Fred' Altiere

April 16, 2022

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Ferdinand "Fred" Altiere of Bowie, Md., formerly of North Adams, passed away on April 16, 2022. 



Fred's untimely passing was a loss to his family and friends that will last forever. Fred was born in New York but grew up in North Adams, where he attended public school and graduated from Drury High School. 



Upon graduation, Fred enlisted in the Army, where he served his country for three years. 



After being honorably discharged from the Army, Fred enrolled in Berkshire Community College in Pittsfield and eventually made the decision to attend the University of Maryland, where he earned his teaching degree.



After deciding to remain in the Bowie area, Fred took a teaching position that has spanned over four decades and found him still teaching at the time of his death. 



Fred will be remembered fondly by the many teachers he has known over the years, the students he has taught and the many, many friends he made while living in Bowie, not to mention his family who will miss him dearly. Fred was full of life, laughter and mischief loved his sons, Freddie and Corey unconditionally and was revered and respected by all. 



He is survived by his sons Freddie and Corey, at home; a stepdaughter, Kellie Minnick; a brother, Joe (Kim) Altiere; sisters Linda Primmer and Eva (Larry) Gould; a grandson, Ryder Minnick; nephews Scott (Dena) Gould, Joey (Kristen) Altiere, and Brodie Altiere; nieces Stacey (Shane) Smith, Chelsea Wilk; several great-nephews and great-nieces, and several cousins, including Richard (Diane) Shakar.



He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn, parents Fredinando and  Patricia Altiere; his brother Nick; a brother-in-law, Weston Primmer; and a cousin, Kathy McKeon. 



FUNERAL NOTICE: A memorial service will be held in Fred's honor at Beall Funeral Home, 6512 NW Crain Hwy, (Rt. 3 South), Bowie, Md., on Thursday, May 5, from 5 to 7 p.m.



In lieu of flowers, donations may be made through Meal Train for Fred's sons, Corey and Freddie.




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Joe, Linda, Eva and family, Very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Loved talking to him. When he returned to North Adams, he always had a gentle way about him.
from: Larry O’Brienon: 05-05-2022

So sorry to hear about your loss. Jim and Sally Rand
from: SALLY A RANDon: 05-04-2022

Fred and went to Johnson School together. great guy. rest in peace Fred.
from: albert mancusoon: 05-04-2022

Joe, Linda, Eva, Sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Always a fun guy and the JS neighborhood growing up. Always kept an eye out for us younger guys. Remembering his laugh and smile.
RIP Freddy 😞
from: David Bergeron: 05-04-2022

Greek,Eva, Linda... So sorry to hear of Freddie's passing. Loved being in his company. Thoughts and prayers to all of you!
from: Craig Rougeauon: 05-03-2022

Very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing, my thoughts are with all of you .
from: Deb Casuscelli Blanchardon: 05-02-2022

Joe and Family- my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless.
from: John Mulcahyon: 05-02-2022

Dear Eva, Joe, and Linda ... sorry to hear of Fred's passing; he was a great guy, always offering up a relative anecdote while wearing a smile that brightened the room. God bless ya, Freddy ... RIP
from: Bob Gallagheron: 05-02-2022

i didn't know fred that well.i remember him playing softball with nick and joe.in the adams league .
he was a good man.sorry for your loss joe and family.
from: pickeron: 04-30-2022

Sincere condolences to the entire Altiere family. Fred was a good guy and always a lot of fun to be around.
from: john collinson: 04-30-2022

Joe, and The Altiere Families,

So very sorry for your loss. When reading this, I remembered back to a time when Fred was a fixture in and around us. Larger than life, and never without a smile...I'm sure is how he will be remembered...and should be! To the family, and his kids, Fred was indeed a "good guy!"
from: Steve Heelanon: 04-30-2022

Joe and Family - so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Gail and Paul Burda
from: on: 04-29-2022

To Joe and family, I’m so saddened to read of Fred’s passing and sending caring thoughts for your loss~
from: Cheryl Lefaveon: 04-29-2022

Sorry to hear of your loss Joe, may he Rest in Peace.
from: Dan Bergeronon: 04-29-2022

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. So sorry for your loss. He always wore the biggest smile ever. Great guy missed by many from the Berkshires.
from: Dennis Manganoon: 04-29-2022

Dear Joe, Kim and family, We’re so sorry to hear about your loss. Our sincere condolences go out to you and the family.

Bob and Linda
from: Bob and Lindaon: 04-29-2022

So sorry Joe and family , to learn of Freds` passing !! Many fond memories of our High School days !i R. I. P. my friend !!
from: Ed DENAULTon: 04-28-2022

Dear Joe and family,
So sorry to read about Fred. I remember joining the Army with him and what a great guy he was.
from: Dennis Lefaveon: 04-28-2022

Rest In Peace Fred.
from: David Willetteon: 04-28-2022

Sorry to hear about Fred's passing, Remember him from from working at Altieres on State St. for Nick.
from: on: 04-28-2022

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