James Alter

Dear Jennifer, Jonathan, Jamie and Harry,

I am sorry to learn of your father's passing. When I close my eyes, my first memory of your father is the sound of your mom's voice calling him Jimmy. To me, the name fit. He was elegant and earnest, committed and comedic—a Jimmy Stewart, but also Henry Fonda, and Clark Gable rolled into one. He had the ideologue of Mr. Smith Goes to WashingtonI and Grapes of Wrath ("Ma, there is a time when a man has to get mad” Tom Joad.) He lived and...

Dear All-
greetings from Chamonix, France where i received your sad news from my sister Nancy in Los Angeles..
I have such happy memories of your parents coming to europe and skiing in Val d Isere many years ago..
Both parents were great role models and made a difference to this world.
Best wishes to you all during this sad period
love Susan Hammerman Mocatta

My condolences on the loss of your father. May the memories you hold dear sustain you during this difficult time. My prayers are with your whole family...may he rest in peace.

My condolences to the Alter family on your loss. I remember Jim as a true gentleman with great warmth, an engaging sense of humor, and a strong commitment to his community.

A vibrant and interesting guy. Never at a loss to reoount a good story.

Anat and Guy Rowley

The Harry Alter Co was my first job out of college. Jim was as nice as could be. Bob was great to work for. Loved seeing Harry and Irving come in and keep their pulse on the business. Great first job. Great place to work. I'm sorry for the family's loss.

Please accept my condolences for the loss of your father. May the promise of our Lord Jesus comfort the family during this difficult time. He assures us that soon he will wipe away every tear from our eyes and death will be no more.

Our thoughts are with you all. He was a unique character with a great sense of humor and a passion for justice. We will miss him.
Love, Sue, Larry, Maggie and Wilfredo (Jim's furry friend...)

My condolences to the entire Alter family.