DOMINIC FOUTS Obituary

FOUTS, DOMINIC DANIEL Dominic Daniel Fouts passed away on Sunday, August 12, 2012, in Portland, Oregon, at the age of 34. He was born in San Diego, California on July 16, 1978 where he lived until he moved to Sisters in 1991 and in later years lived in Seattle and Portland. He is survived by his loving family: father Daniel F. Fouts, mother Julianne M. Fouts, wife Sally Fouts, stepmom Jeri Fouts, sister Suzanne Krueger, brother-in-law Jesse Krueger, brother Ryan Burbank, sister Shannon Fouts and niece Lily Krueger. He graduated from Sisters High School in 1996 and from the University of San Diego with a degree in Communications in 2001, and attained the degree in Masters of Arts in Teaching from Seattle Pacific University in 2009. Whether you called him Dominic, Dom, Nick, the Dominator, Nitro or Dominicolus it didn't matter to him. What you could call him for sure would be extraordinary. A true student-athlete, Nick excelled in both the classroom and the athletic arena. He achieved the rare triple honor of being named the Student of the Year in both math and science at Sisters High School, while also earning honors as Athlete of the Year. An outstanding leader, he quarterbacked the Outlaw football team, was point guard on the basketball team and was a member of the 1996 3A state champion 4x400 meter relay team. After receiving his masters, Nick settled in as a science teacher in the Greater Seattle school system. He was a devoted and innovative teacher throughout the school year and camp counselor in the summertime. Teaching and mentoring children was always the highest priority for him. Outside the classroom, his passion was for the outdoors and for adventure. It was not uncommon to see Nick and his pals scaling one of the Sisters Mountains and snowboarding down, only to go back for more. His love of the surf rivaled that of his winter sports as he braved the chilly waters of the Oregon Coast and savored the warm swells of Southern California and Mexico. He was also an avid traveler, and loved exploring new places and cultures. His travels took him to France, Spain, London, the Dominican Republic, Canada, and most recently, a return trip to Italy in May and June. He was wise, fearless, intelligent, courageous, sentimental and thoughtful, and he possessed an exceptional sense of humor. He was a man of loyalty, heart and depth. And it is all these traits and more that served him so well during his three year battle with cancer. We are blessed by his life and knowing that in his later years his fight allowed all of us to come together in a way that it is not always possible for family and friends. Adversity has a way of altering perspective, sometimes in ways that surprise us, just like Dominic. qDominic is survived by his loving family, many dedicated friends and a phenomenal team of doctors and health professionals. Our entire family expresses our deepest thanks to the wonderful circle of people who cared so much about Dominic, and who continue to give us comfort, support and love during these difficult days we are truly blessed. A Celebration of Dominic's life will take place on Saturday, August 18th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Sisters High School Auditorium in Sisters, Oregon, followed by a reception at Aspen Lakes Lodge at Aspen Lakes Golf Course. Donations may be made in his honor to any of the following charities. Please add the memo line "In memory of Dominic Fouts": ~ Sisters Schools Foundation, P.O. Box 2155, Sisters, Oregon 97759 ~ Providence Portland Medical Foundation, 4805 NE Glisan, Portland, Oregon 97229 (please indicate on the memo line "Integrative Medicine Fund - in memory of Dominic Fouts") ~ OHSU Knight Cancer Institute payable to the OHSU Foundation, Mail Stop 45, PO Box 400, Portland, Oregon 97208-9852.

Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Aug. 17, 2012.
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Julianne, thinking of you and your resilience, even this many years later. Take care of yourself, and hoping there will be another reunion!

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August 11, 2021

For some reason I just thought about Nick from my years of teaching him at Sisters High School. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing and prayers to the family. I pray Suzanne is doing well also

Bill Foote

January 1, 2020

Still praying for your wonderful family. God bless you all

Mickey Pearson

January 24, 2016

I just learned of Dom's passing. He was a great and kind spirit. We were better people in his presence.
God Bless,
Catherine Ferguson

Catherine Ferguson

June 28, 2014

To all of the Fouts Family, we send our love and prayers to you on this day, August 12, 2013 the anniversary of Nick's passing. May his love comfort you.
Tim & Patty

August 12, 2013

I've just heard about Dominic's transition yesterday, 2/26/2013, while reading the USD parents' magazine. He and his wife were my neighbors in North Seattle, introduced by a neighborhood kid who'd had him as a teacher, and who told me: "He's really cool, and a great teacher." That says a lot, because I know this kid was a cut-up in school!!! I loved telling Dominic stories about the Chargers during the glory days, while his father was the QB. He loved hearing the stories, since he was a little guy during the Air Coryell days. I made it clear, probably too many times, that his dad was my favorite player of all time. As a single dad, I BBQ'd many nights in my front yard; I loved passing ribs, chicken and fixin's on to he and his wife. He gave me the biggest thrill ever in my being a sports fan...on the day that I was moving away from the neighborhood, he introduced me to his dad! And,his dad signed my throwback jersey, which happened to be one of the last items packed. That was the last time I saw him. I've missed him, his wife, and Pirate, their black lab, as neighbors. I was stunned to hear about his transition to the hands of the Father. He was a most fine person. Me and my children offer our deepest and most sincere condolences to the entire Fouts family.

Joseph Smalls

February 27, 2013

Dear Suzie,
God bless you and take care of you in your sadness and missing Nick.
We love you.

February 4, 2013

I miss you brother

Suzanne Krueger

January 30, 2013

To the Fouts Family in deepest sympathy. May God continue to comfort you all.

Kevin Monroe

November 6, 2012

I was a good friend (and fellow teacher) of Dom's during the last years of his life. His humor, warmth, compassion, and good company will always be remembered and revered. The world is missing something great without him here. I think of Dom often and know our trips to Orcas Island will never be as fabulous as they were with Dom leading the outdoor games. I'm thankful he was part of my life.

Tim Owens

October 11, 2012

I worked with Dominic at the City of Shoreline as we worked Late Night at the Center. I remember his athleticism and great personality. It was always a pleasure working with him and talking to him about anything in life. I was thinking about him today and I ran across this link. I am shocked since it has been a while since we last spoke but it feels like just yesterday that we were talking. He will be missed.

Waldo Nambo

September 25, 2012

My son, Jack, had Dominic as a 6th grade science teacher at Madison in West Seattle. We just heard of his passing and are truly sorry. Mr Fouts was a wonderful teacher and Jack loved being in his class. He brought joy and eagerness to learn to his classroom. Dominic also brought humor into the classroom so his students were happy to be there. We will remember him with fond thoughts and many wonderful memories. Our wishes for peace to the family and friends in your time of loss.

Terri Varney

September 21, 2012

My names is Jordyn Matthews. Mr Fouts was my sixth grade science teacher. He was my favorite teacher and every day I would look forward to attending his class. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. I will never forget him and the day he had our whole class try his special made cricket cookies. We have lost a great person and I will never forget mr Fouts. He has changed my life with the lessons he has taught me.
-jordyn

Jordyn Matthews

September 20, 2012

My daughter Olivia attended Madison Middle School in west Seattle and had the pleasure of having Dominic as a Science teacher. At the time, she was going through some particular challenges and difficultirs and so, I would either stop by or exchange emails or phone calls on a weekly basis and that's when I came to get to know what a kind, caring, patient, and devoted teacher he was. He wanted so much to help anyone in need and truly went to great lengths to make a difference to the lives of each and every student. Our deepest condolences to his family. His life on Earth ended far too early, but please take comfort in knowing he continues on to embark on perhaps his greatest adventure yet to come. We will remember him fondly. All our love and gratitude.

Chanel Christopher

September 19, 2012

6th grade science teacher </3. He was the best, prayers to his family. hes truly missed at James Madison Middle School

Lexus Greenway

September 19, 2012

My name is Jacob Simmons. Mr. Fouts was my sixth grade science teacher at Madison Middle School in Seattle. He made me love science. Mr. Fouts also made me like school on days when I was not really excited to go. He was and is my favorite teacher. My mom told him at our school auction that I loved his class and he made it fun. I hope he always remembered that. The world has lost a great man. I'm very sad. I will not forget Mr. Fouts and the way he made my life better.
Jacob.

Jacob Simmons

September 19, 2012

My son, his friend's and I just found about Mr. Fouts passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his Family and friend's. Mr. Fouts was my son's (and several of his friend's) Science teacher two years ago at Madison Middle School in Seattle. My son really liked that Mr. Fouts made science so fun to learn. I liked that he was so easy to talk to about grades, questions and or concerns. Thank you Mr. Fouts! We will miss you at Madison!

Rhonda Gonzales

September 19, 2012

What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget

Dennis Bodeman

September 18, 2012

My deepest condolences to the Fouts family for the loss of your precious Dominic. May you be comforted by wonderful memories of him. I'm only now learning about the person he was in life, and what a phenomenal person he was.

Amelyn Agoncillo

September 16, 2012

I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to Dan and family on this incredible loss. Dan is a class act and no surprise that his son was one too.

John Cole

September 9, 2012

traci skinner

September 2, 2012

Prayers.....so sorry for your loss.

traci skinner

September 2, 2012

Dan and Family, I heard of your families loss and had to write to let you know how sorry I am and that you are all in my prayers. I pray that you find solace in each others love and that somehow, somewhere God brings all of you peace. I can't imagine the depth of your loss, and can only pray for you all daily. With great empathy I write this.

Steve Foley - Denver Broncos

Steve Foley

August 26, 2012

Sending warm heartfelt sympathy to the Fouts family during this difficult time. I was taken aback to hear of Nick's passing. I always remember Nick for his athleticism, good nature, and kindness as a SHS classmate. May his legacy live on through the lives he has touched. Ho?o Po Mai Ka?i (blessings)

Amanda Mori

August 26, 2012

Our deepest sympathy from the Clark Gould Family. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Julie Fouts, Nick's grnadmother, is my aunt, and has often spoken highly of Nick and his last years. Again our most sincere condolences.

Garrette Clark

August 26, 2012

Dan, Jeri, and Shannon, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray for comfort for your family in this time of sorrow. God bless you all.

Joni Kaiser

August 25, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. While I did not know your son, I know he must have been a wonderful man. The whole community mourns with you.

Ann Thompson

August 25, 2012

Rest in peace from a proud Oregonian and Oregon Duck.

Chip Messenger

August 22, 2012

My heart breaks at the loss of your precious son! I wish words could begin to express my deepest sympathy at the loss of your son!
I know you were proud of Dominic and the way he lived his life.
You brought great comfort to the family of Junior Seau and Don Coryell in their time of grief! I pray that your family and friends will give you the same type of support.

JEFFERY LEE

August 22, 2012

There are no words that will do justice to the incredible grief. The stronger the emotion, the harder it is to find the words. In this world of infinite "why"s, there are no answers that will comfort you. Only time will heal your hearts, but I hope that knowing all of the love, prayers, and sympathy that are yours will help you get through the days ahead. I don't know much -- but I know this -- love lives on.

Nancy Kobus

August 21, 2012

So sorry for your loss. I lost my son from cancer when he was 37. I truly feel your pain and will keep you in my prayers. May the Lord give you comfort and peace as you walk out the coming days, months and years.

Penny Merrill

August 21, 2012

To the entire Fouts family: I am so so sorry for your loss. Nick was always a kind, funny and down to earth person. Whether at school or working together up at BBR during the summers, he was always a joy to be around.

Margaret Hook-Iverson

August 21, 2012

It was an honor to have known Nic. A truly class individual. Our hearts are broken for The Fouts family and will keep them in our prayers as they cope with such a difficult time. May God bless you all in your time of need.
Todd & Keri Harris and family.

Todd Harris

August 21, 2012

Our hearts go out to the entire Fouts family for your untimely loss. From your friends at Providence...and from a dedicated Chargers fan (since 1974)

Shari Scales

August 20, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.

Frank and Shari Stough

August 20, 2012

Michael and Lola johnson

Mike lola Johnson

August 20, 2012

My heart goes out to the Fouts family, friends and of course students. Dom sounds like an extraordinary human being who's life was way too short.

Trish Edmondson

August 20, 2012

Dan and the entire Fouts Family. I am sorry to hear of your great loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you, your family and all those whose life he touched during this difficult time. May the memories comfort you.

Laura Beukelman

August 20, 2012

God Bless you & your family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Love from The Franco Romano Family xoxo

August 20, 2012

So very sorry to hear of your loss.

Patricia Newton

August 20, 2012

Dan I have not only been a fan of yours as a Charger, but of your life. You are a class guy. I have no words to express adequate sympathy for your loss! Dom must have been a fine man, as he had you for a role model! Prayers for you and your family.

Earl McGee

August 20, 2012

God bless the fouts family

Matt Lidyoff

August 20, 2012

God Bless, Charger Nation is with you and your family.

Andrew Hennan

August 19, 2012

Dear Dan and Family, .. So very, very sorry to hear of your loss. We are sending all of our best thoughts to you at this incredibly tough time. Eric, Deborah and Cash Frankhouser

Eric Frankhouser

August 19, 2012

Greetings Dan and Family,
Please accept Marilyn and my condolence for your lose. Our hearts are with you all. May the God of all comfort make Himself known to you.
Tom and Marilyn Graham

August 18, 2012

Julie,
I saw Keith Schramm today and he told me of your loss. I am so sorry and you are in my thoughts.
Warmly, Allene Caton Gould

August 18, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to Dan, Jeri, and all of the Fouts family for the terrible loss of such a beloved and extraordinary young man. God bless you all.

Monica Anderson, Brian, and Brandon

Monica Anderson

August 18, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to Dan, Jeri, and all of the Fouts family, for the terrible loss of such a beloved and extraordinary young man. God bless you all.

Monica Anderson, Brian, and Brandon

Monica Anderson

August 18, 2012

Dan and Family

All of our Family is thinking and praying for you all through this unimaginable time.You must be very proud of the life and accomplishments of Dominic. You all will remain in all of our thoughts.
John and Cathy Lynch Sr.
John and Linda Lynch Jr.
Ryan and Susan Lynch
Kara and Rob Lynch Guthrie.

john lynch

August 18, 2012

I grieve with thee over the loss of Dominic. All of San Diego embraces your family during this extremely difficult time. Our prayers are with you. Dominic rests now in the memory of God. Joys and happiness beyond compare await him.

Wayne Lacina

August 18, 2012

My deepest condolences to the Fouts family. I know how devestating this disease can be and know that you have my prayers in this difficult time.

Ryan Wilmot

August 18, 2012

Our family has been away from Sisters a long time. But when anyone looses an adult child I want to grieve with them. My daughter Andra Thenell (Mobley) babysat Nick and his sister back in the day. Our hearts and prayers are sent to all of Nicks family and friends. It sounds like those of you close to Nick are very fortunate to have that relationship. I hope offering our prayers and thoughts can over time bring some peace to you. Rest peacefully, Nick
Sharron (Thenell) Beat and family

August 18, 2012

My heart goes out to Nick's family and friends. It was always a pleasure to be in Nick's company. I had a blast cheering him on as an athlete and friend through Junior High and High School. I'll always remember his quirky sense of humor and kindness. What a wonderful example of strength to us all.

Tia Marie Kemp

August 18, 2012

Our hearts and prayers go out to the whole Fouts family.

Neighbors For Kids Board

August 18, 2012

I had the honor of going through Middle school and High school with Nick and please know he will be missed by all those who knew him. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time!

Lindsay (Williams) Rynearson

August 18, 2012

Our sincere condolences to Nick's family. We had the pleasure of getting to know him while he attended USD. As a friend and roommate of our son Garrett, our family came to appreciate the kind, loyal, intelligent young man that he was. Nick made an imprint in our hearts and will be sorely missed.

Steve & Nikki Patricio

August 18, 2012

I'm stunned and sad to see Nick is gone. He was an inspiration even when we were in high school together. My prayers are with his family. You will be missed, Nick.

Amy Kostbade (Babbitz)

August 18, 2012

I met Nick in Jr. high and knew then that he was an exceptional human being. It seems he continued to be so, as he grew to become such a great man. I am deeply saddened to her of his passing.

Lindsay Miles

August 17, 2012

Dan, Jeri, Shannon and the other members of the Fouts family,
My thoughts and prayers are with as you reflect on the life of your beloved son, brother, husband and friend. I never met Nick but knowing whom he came from, he must have been an incredible man. You have done so much for my family. If there is anything I can do for yours, please allow me to return the blessings.

Melody Douglass

August 17, 2012

Dan, you have not been out of my thoughts since I opened the newspaper this morning. Sincerest condolences and my deepest sympathy. Many whom you know and don't know have you in their thoughts. All my best, I'll be constantly thinking of you and hoping you take some comfort in the memories you have of Dom. A truly upstanding young man.

William Woodcock

August 17, 2012

We were shocked and saddened to hear of your son's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Hugh & Maureen Woodward, Gresham, OR.

August 17, 2012

I had tears in my eyes tonight because my son left San Diego for his freshman year of college on the east coast, where he will play football.

Reading about your son put things back into perspective for me. My tears for my situation have stopped; instead they are tears for you. I am so sorry for all of you.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jim

August 17, 2012

Suzie we are so sorry to hear this. Sending Love and prayers to you and the entire Family.
Dan & Mary Kay Held and the girls.

August 17, 2012

Dear Dan, please accept my most sincere sympathy on the tragic passing of your son.
Jack Svahn

August 17, 2012

Our sincere sympathy to Dominic's family, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
The Behrend's, San Diego, CA

August 17, 2012

Dennis Mulligan

August 17, 2012

For me knowing Nick was fun. He did the family name and reputation Proud. So sorry for all of our loss.

Craig & Kathy Taylor

Craig Taylor

August 17, 2012

My sincere condolences to the Fouts family. What a profound loss of someone so obviously special to those that knew and loved him.

Doug Webb

August 17, 2012

Dan and family, heart fell condolences on your terrible loss, Al Coats

Al Coats

August 17, 2012

Dan & Julie,
Nobody should have to lose one of their children. I never met Nick, but I feel he contributed much in his short life. I hope you are able to embrace the positive impact he left on this earth. All the best to you both.

Rick Douthit

August 17, 2012

Our family have always been fans of Dan Fouts and the Chargers. We send our sincere sympathy to Dominic's wife and his entire family.
The Bolingers, San Diego, CA

August 17, 2012

My heart is very sad to hear of Dominic's passing------such an outstanding young man. To his family, my sincere condolences.

Diana Smith

August 17, 2012

Mr Fouts and family we at our home have you in our prayer as well as all the charger fans that i know . God Bless

stephen evans

August 17, 2012

What a truly amazing person and he positively affected people for such a short life. So sorry for your loss.

Heidi Gustafson

August 17, 2012

Dan:
We lost a great one. Diana and I extend your family and Julie heartfelt sympathy.

Eric Sievers

August 17, 2012

I never had the great fortune to have met Nick, but he truly sounds like all that is good in us. He lived his life to the fullest, and the impressions he made on so many will clearly endure. My most hearflet symapthy's to the family. Rest in peace Nick, you will surley be missed

Tyler

August 17, 2012

Dan I am sorry for your great loss, I have never met your son but loosing a family member of your own is the hardest one

Rob Alloway

August 17, 2012

Dan, I am sorry to hear of your loss my prayers are with you and your family, may Dominic rest in peace.

George Varela, San Diego

August 17, 2012

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

William Kilgore Sr.

August 17, 2012

Nick, you were an angel on earth and now you are a true angel in heaven. You will be so missed by many. I have great memories of your smile and will always cherish them. Rest in peace dear friend.

Kristina Garafalo Goldman

August 17, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Nick and I were friends at the young age of 4. I can say with a bright smile that I have never forgotten our 5th or maybe 4th birthday--behind the scenes at Sea World. What an amazing man he became and such a bright star. My prayers, thoughts are with you, your family and all those whose life he touched.

Brooke Rinehart

August 17, 2012

Though I never had the privilege to meet or know Nick, I would like to express how sorry I am for your loss at too early of an age to lose a loved one. The Gradys (my parents are Dan's god parents and Bob is my god parent) and the Fouts families crossed paths at significant times in their histories.

Dan Grady

August 17, 2012

Our sincere sympathy to the Fouts family on the passing of Dominic. I have been an avid fan of Dan since day one and consider him the greatest Charger of all time. We too lost a son at a way too early age two years ago. We have made it through by having faith in our higher power and relying on great friends and family. I pass this on to let you know that there our people who you don't know from around the country who share your sorrow and have you in our thoughts and prayers. Bill and Delores Huston,San Diego

August 17, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Ron & Luanne DeLane

August 17, 2012

Nick, you'll always be remembered for your fun, kind ways. You were a joy to be around. Praying for your peaceful rest among the angels and for your family's strength & peace at this time. God bless you all.

Adrienne Layaye Asdal

August 16, 2012

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