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Vincent Altier Obituary
Vincent A. Altier, age 83, passed away peacefully July 11th with his loving family by his side.
He was born August 17th, 1923 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Julian and Mary Josephine (Dominic) Altier. Vincent received his B.S. Degree from Youngstown State and his M.S. Degree from the University of Akron College of Polymer Science. He worked for the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company with 31 years of service before he became Assistant to the Dean of Polymer Science at The University of Akron, a position he held until he retired.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, John and Amato Altier. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Wilma Altier; sister, Eleanor (Fred) Fiorito; sons, Joseph (Maureen) Altier, James Altier, Stephen (Diane) Altier; daughters, Kathleen Altier, Sharon (Ernest) Fournier; grandchildren, Jennifer, Michael and David Altier, Kathleen (Brian) Clark, Vincent P. Altier, Paul Ravenscraft, Justin Fournier, Richard (Danielle) Fournier, Patrick and Stephanie Altier.
Visitation will be Sunday, 5 to 8 p.m. at the Bokas Funeral Home, 3653 W. Market St., Fairlawn. Funeral services will be Monday, 10 a.m. at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, with Fr. Karg officiating. Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Akron. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the St. Sebastian Foundation Fund.
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Gene Stephens
September 28, 2007
I used to work at the Firestone office in Akron. I remember Vince and his son Joe from the Toastmasters Club. They were both wonderful people. I am so sorry to learn of the death of Vince.
John Schorr
August 10, 2007
To the Altier family; I was sad to see the news about your dad. I'll never forget my old baseball coach from WABL. He coached my best two years. After that, it was all downhill. I was glad to have run into him at Cedar Point a few years ago. What a great guy. Take care and best to all of you.
Beth Groner
July 23, 2007
Aunt Mary Wilma and the Altier cousins: It was always a comfort to know I wasn't really all by myself in Akron during my years in college there...Uncle Vince was always present on campus and it was certainly kind of cool to have your uncle on the faculty! So glad we were able to see him last spring at my parents anniversary party - he was so good to come. My heart is with you all and you are in my prayers at this loss. Love, Beth Altier (Groner)
Wendy Peterson
July 16, 2007
Steve and Diane,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve & Wendy Peterson
Edward George
July 16, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of Vince's
death-I met him at Einstein's and considered him a great
friend-my prayers are with your family.
Leigh Ann Kiendl
July 15, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the Altier family during this difficult time. May you find peace in knowing he is in good hands and good company.
Gail Bunce
July 14, 2007
Steve, Diane, Patrick, Stephanie and the entire Altier family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you very much.
Love,
Counsin Gail and Lindsay
Barbara Davis
July 14, 2007
Mary Wilma and Vince Altier have been my friends for 45 years. I'll cherish both of them forever.
ROBERT HOFER
July 14, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the family. Vince and I traveled together towards the end of his Firestone career. Every trip I would learn something new about the chemical processes. He was a fantastic associate and friend and will be missed.
Tom & Shira Altier
July 14, 2007
Aunt Mary Wilma and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Ricky Lester
July 13, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Altier Family and to my Uncle Joe, Aunt Reenie, Jenny , Mike and Dave you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Charlie Coffman
July 13, 2007
Vince was one of the nicest guys I've ever met and so is his whole family. Say hi to Kathy for me Vince and may God Bless you.
Paul Atkinson
July 13, 2007
Deepest sympathy to Mary Wilma and the Altier Family at this time. Paul Atkinson Plano,TX YSU class of 1944
Ken & Pam Koran
July 13, 2007
May God comfort you in this time of sadness.
Rich Gombert
July 13, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to the Altier family at this time from our family.
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