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Michael Aldi Obituary

ALDI, Michael H. Michael H. Aldi, 53, devoted husband of Sonja E. Bass-Aldi died at New Britain General Hospital on Monday (March 13, 2006) after a courageous battle with cancer and thus began his faithful journey to God. Born in Southington October 14, 1952, he was the son of the late Henry and Ann (Sova) Aldi. Michael was a long-time resident of Meriden and a parishioner of St. Joseph's Church. He received his BA in Business from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, IN and went on to get his Masters Degree in Public Administration locally from the University of New Haven. Michael was employed by Tunxis Community College as their Director of Institutional Advancement and as an Adjunct Professor of Business. Respected and loved by his colleagues at Tunxis, he reciprocated those feelings. Michael was a man of great faith and a strong believer in education. Besides his loving wife and best friend, Michael leaves four children; Alyssa A. Aldi, Fallon A. Aldi, Cassandra A. Aldi and Michael H. Aldi Jr. all of Florida; his blended children, Garrette C. Breer, Chad E. Breer, Sonja E. Breer, Erika Y. Breer and Shala C. Breer all of Connecticut; his granddaughter Gabriella M. Hunt; his brother Joseph Casserino of Meriden; his sister Phyllis Raffles of Meriden; three aunts, Louise Sieruta, Edith Aldi and Molly Aldi; his uncle James Aldi and many nieces, nephews and cousins. The Memorial Service for Michael H. Aldi will be held on Saturday March 18 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Meriden. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Thursday March 16 from 3-8 p.m. at the Smith-Ruzzo Funeral Home, 450 Broad Street, Meriden CT. The family requests that donations in memory of Michael H. Aldi be made to the Tunxis Community College Foundation, 271 Scott Swamp Rd., Farmington CT 06032.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 15, 2006.

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RICH & BERNIE WATTON

March 18, 2006

KNEW MICHAEL FROM THE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP AT UCONN. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.

Lois Van Duzee

March 17, 2006

If only thoughts could remotely describe ones feelings, it would be so much easier to share the depth and love we have for this wonderful, sincere, compassionate AND fun-loving friend. Blessed are all that have crossed his path.

John McNamara

March 16, 2006

Mike Aldi will be deeply missed by his colleagues in the community college system. He was a professional with high standards who gave us good humor and insight in meeting life's challenges.

Dave Welsh

March 16, 2006

I had the pleasure of working with Mike at Tunxis. I remember him as a refreshingly down-to-earth guy with a wicked sense of humor, and I'll miss our discussions of politics and of life in general. I could not admire more the courage with which he faced his fate.

Katie Cunniff-Jonkman

March 15, 2006

I have many happy memories of Michael, Denise, Fallon & Aylssa when I worked as a lifeguard at Mattabasset.



Michael was always quick with a smile, and could brighten up your worst day.



I hope you all share your happy memories during this time of grief.

nora carvalho

March 15, 2006

To my dear friends and their families, LouAnn and Roz, I know it has been a difficult year. I am sorry for the loss of Michael whom you loved so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Nora

Lori MCG

March 15, 2006

I hope this poem brings some comfort at this difficult time.



"Welcome Home"



I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now it is time I travel alone.

Do grieve a while for me if you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust.

It's only for a while that we must part, so keep our memories within your hearts.

I won't be far away, for life goes on. So if you need me, call and I will come.

Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near. And my love around - so soft and dear.

When you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile

and say, "Welcome Home."



Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time

Cathryn Addy

March 15, 2006

I may not have a chance to tell all members of the family my thoughts, so please accept this meager substitute. Michael was one of my favorite people from whom I learned so much. It was a honor to work with him for the short time we had. Not only did he make a tremendous difference at Tunxis through the work that he did on behalf of our students, he also impacted the lives of the staff through his work ethic, his intelligence, and his good humor. I am so grateful that our paths crossed and that he was my friend.

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