Thomas D. Albero (Tommy), age 98, of Darien, CT, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family and his devoted health aide, Maya. Born on April 5, 1928, he was the son of Aniello and Filomena Albero.
Tommy attended Stamford schools and began his career as an apprentice plumber with Bloomfield Plumbing in Stamford, CT. He went on to become a master plumber and partner at Albero & Valenzano Plumbing and Heating. He took great pride in his work and in the relationships he built throughout his career and within his community.
He proudly served in the Army Reserves and the National Guard from 1944 to 1950.
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Although Tommy never had children of his own, he played a meaningful role in raising generations of nieces and nephews. He will be remembered as the kindest and gentlest soul who loved life until the very end. In his free time, he enjoyed playing Pinochle every Wednesday and at family gatherings with his brothers and close friends. He also played baseball with the Sharks AC in Stamford. After retiring, he lovingly cared for his mother and became known as the family’s devoted “dishwasher,” always happiest when surrounded by those he loved.
He was predeceased by his brothers, Anthony (died in infancy), Anthony and John (Viola); his sister, Madeline Roman (Joe); his niece, Barbara Manjuck; and his nephew-in-law, Anthony Conetta.
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Tommy is survived by his brother, Frank Albero (Marie); his nephews, John Albero (Pam) and Niel Albero (Kendra); and his nieces, Jacqueline Conetta, Cheryl Poltrack (Frank), Jo-Ann Sawitsky (Michael), Debi Albee (Rick), Laura Reid, and Phyllis LeFoley (Patrick). He is also survived by 17 great-nieces and nephews and 10 great-great-nieces and nephews, all of whom he cherished deeply.
His quiet kindness, steady presence, and deep love for his family will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Calling hours will be held at Lawrence Funeral Home, 2119 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT, on Monday, April 20, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by a Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Church, 1986 Post Road, Darien, CT.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Constellations (Hospice) or Post 53, Darien.
