Heroes' Corner

Anthony Meindl, Buffalo, NY

Employee makes call that saves customer’s life
USPS employee shakes hands with supervisor
Buffalo, NY, Letter Carrier Anthony Meindl is recognized by Customer Services Manager Lisa Mesler.

A growing pile of mail at a customer’s home recently caught the eye of Buffalo, NY, Letter Carrier Anthony Meindl.

After speaking to his supervisor, he called 911.

Meindl later heard from police officers that the customer was in medical distress.

They credited him with saving the customer’s life.


Employees featured in “Heroes’ Corner” also receive letters of commendation through the Postmaster General Heroes’ Program. The nomination form is available on Blue.