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Dominic Frontiere Obituary

December 21, 2017 Dominic Carmen Frontiere, 86, Emmy and Golden Globe winning film and television composer, former head of music at Paramount Pictures, has passed away in Tesuque, New Mexico on December 21, 2017. He is survived by his wife Robin and their children Emily, Joseph, Nicholas and Sofia, as well as daughter Victoria. Memorial donations may be made in Dominic's name to The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation (www.mhopus.org) or Little Kids Rock (www.littlekidsrock.org).

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Dec. 23, 2017.

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Dan Coben

February 26, 2022

Rest in peace, maestro. You and Bernard Herrmann will live forever as the artistic geniuses who set the world of science fiction and fantasy to music.

greg battaglia

April 16, 2021

Not a day has passed since i was a kid in 1963 that Dom's TV music has not been with me. Simply incomparable.

Joy Trujillo

July 13, 2019

This is very sad news. I remember the frontieres family coming in to the arroyo chamiso pediatric clinic in Santa Fe with their children.when they were younger. Robin usually brought them in, but Dominic came occasionally as well. What a nice down to earth man. I always looked forward to seeing the family there. Great parents , to Emily, Joseph , nick and sophia. What a huge loss, god bless the family during this sad time. Great family.

January 16, 2018

I will miss Dom's sharp wit and his company at breakfast. Great guy with a big heart and even bigger smile! Jim Olive

Charles Christesson

January 4, 2018

Maestro Frontiere's wonderful music first touched me when I was just a child. He remains one of my favorite composers now that I'm 65. I'm so sorry for your loss. We will never lose his music.

Carl Cross

December 29, 2017

I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Dominic was a great guy, someone I always enjoyed seeing. My heart aches for his family, especially my friend Sofie who I know loved him dearly. We will all miss him!

Greg Gillespie

December 26, 2017

Robin and family, I was saddened to learn of Dom's passing he was always so cheerful and could always brighten up a gloomy day. He was a real treasure and I will surely miss him.

December 25, 2017

DEAR ROBIN AND FAMILY,

MY HEART AND SOUL GOES OUT TO THE WHOLE FAMILY, MY BROTHER DOMINIC WAS THE BEST BROTHER IN HE WHOLE WORLD. I WAS ALWAYS SO PROUD OF HIM. HE WAS ALWAYS THERE FOR THE FAMILY. HE HAS LEFT THE FAMILY WITH SUCH FOND MEMORIES WHICH I WILL CHERISH FOREVER.

I WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH

LOVE

YOUR SISTER PHYLLIS AND FAMILY

Libby Skamfer

December 24, 2017

My sincere condolences to you, Robin, and your entire family. I always enjoyed being in Dom's presence as he was one of the most generous and kind men I have known. His smile made me smile too. His sense of humor was a delight. Remembering all of you now and in the days ahead with fondness.

mark savinelli

December 24, 2017

Your music will live on forever we will miss you uncle dom.

Dominick Citrullo

December 24, 2017

RIP Mr. Frontiere, Condolences to the family. Loved your music and association with the original "Outer Limits" series.

Scott Hammond

December 24, 2017

Although I never met Mr. Frontiere, his music has had a profound effect on me. I pray that his family and friends will be comforted in his loss.

Stephen Aintree

December 24, 2017

Film and TV composers are, for me, the modern equivalent of classical composers. When done right, their music is evocative, complimentary and a great part of the whole.

Farewell and thanks to one of the best.

James Finch

December 24, 2017

I am so sorry to hear this. I often spoke to Dom about plans to revive the Invaders series as a movie until the crash of 2007 hit. His sense of humor, easy going nature and musical brilliance will live on in my heart forever. Much love to his family.

Lori LaMonaca

December 23, 2017

I miss you so much my friend. Sending love and prayers for you and your family. I always looked forward to seeing you come to get your hair trimmed. I will always remember your amazing smile and friendship. ♥ Lori♥

Bruce Crawford

December 23, 2017

One of the finest composers ever! My sincere condolences to his family.

David Walker

December 23, 2017

Peace to one of the best composers who gave us such great music.

MARK FORD

December 23, 2017

Farewell to a great composer and performer. His music for The Outer Limits is still the finest I've ever heard written for a TV series. Condolences to his family and friends.

Martin Parrott

December 23, 2017

I am very sorry for your loss. I was a huge fan of Dominic's work over the years. His absence will be greatly felt.

December 23, 2017

I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God comfort and soothed your family in this time of need. Ps. 94:19 James

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