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.