'Angelo Has The Biggest Heart': Suffield Hero

SUFFIELD, CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Reverend Dr. Ricki Aiello, who has nominated Angelo DiMauro.

Where the nominee lives:
Suffield

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Enfield

Name of the nominee:
Angelo DiMauro

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Reverend Dr. Ricki Aiello

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Angelo, with a small team of 5, plans, prepares, and serves Pauline's Stockpot "grab and go" meals three times a week.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Angelo has the biggest heart. When the Coronavirus surfaced, Angelo came up with a plan to provide food for the hungry and food challenged families in the greater East Windsor area. The 3 night a week "grab and go'" meals replaced the once a week sit down dinners and came about before "grab and go" meals were common.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Angelo is a compassionate, caring man with a heart of gold. He doesn't turn anyone away. If they need something, he finds a way to respond.

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