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DOMINIC TAFOYA Obituary
Dominic R. Tafoya passed away February 28, 2011, at home in West Richland from complications of diabetes and kidney disease. Dominic was born March 11, 1970, in Sacramento, CA. He attended Christ the King School and he graduated from Richland High School in 1988.
Dominic was an avid sports enthusiast. He learned to play golf at an early age from his Grandpa Miller with a special-made putter just his size. He played Richland Little League Baseball, Grid Kids Football and Richland High Football. He also loved playing softball with his friends in men's and co-ed leagues.
He married Allison Demeyer in 1997 and together they had a son, Dylan.
After a stint in the Army, he worked for Delta Airlines and FedEx Delivery, but his first love was music, which led him to a career hosting Karaoke as T-Bone Entertainment. He was an entertainer at heart and didn't know a stranger. He could bring a smile to anyone's face with a story and a song.
He is survived by his son, Dylan; mother Beverly; sister Christina of Texas; father Phillip of Wyoming; grandmothers, Louise Miller and Oralia Tafoya, both of California; as well as special sister, RaeLene Bishop of Nevada. He is also survived by half-sister Oralia and half-brother Felipe and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Jack Miller and Joseph Tafoya.
In lieu of flowers, a trust fund has been set up for his son Dylan at Key Bank. Donations can be made at Lee Blvd. or W. Kennewick Avenue branches only. Per Dominic's request, there will be no services.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for DOMINIC TAFOYA
Wendy D
March 15, 2011
oh Dom.. you will be missed! thanks for all the good times. May you rest in Peace and rock on forever. love ya.
Joe Panesko
March 12, 2011
It's been years since I spoke with Dominic, and I am saddened to hear the news. I have fond memories of going around the block to Dominic's house to play on his Atari system when we were classmates in C.K. My prayers out to Beverly & Christina, and Dominic's son Dylan.
David Blacketer
March 12, 2011
Dominic, the news of your passing saddens me greatly. Though we had not kept in touch very well over the years, know that I've always counted you as a friend. Found memories of our days at Christ the King and Richland high will last forever. You were always a warm and generous individual to everyone that met you, and you will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Dianna Sears
March 11, 2011
Dom RIP I was so shocked and sad when I saw this today. Will always have great karaoke memories of you. Best wishes to your family. Always in my thoughts
Dianna
Lacey Cowgill
March 10, 2011
i will never forget my karoake memories with Dom. my very first karoake experience at the age of 21 was with you Dom and i kept it that way because you always made me feel special and made karoake the best time ever! i will always be your luscious lacey and will never forget our times singing baby got back together. everytime i sing that song i will think of you and the time i spent you. i am so blessed to have met you, you are truly an amazing person and i am mourning your loss. R.I.P
Your Resident French German
March 9, 2011
To my best friend & soul mate. Like the peaceful ocean waves & sandy beach we shared, I will forever remember your smile, your touch and your laughter!!! I can't wait until the day we are together once again. My sincerest sympathy to your family and the many people you touched so deeply, . Je t'aime toujours
Jeremy "Tank" Albers
March 9, 2011
Dominic,
I can't express the sorrow and sense of loss that I feel in my heart. Dom you were and forever will be my "Friend". We shared many things even the same birthday. This world will be a pooer place without you in it. I would give anything to have been with you to tell you how great a friend you have been to me and so many others. Thank you for all the wonderful memories Dom. God Bless and keep your soul my friend. We will see each other again. My deepest sympathy to your family. May God's love ease your pain during this time of great loss. Dom was greatly Loved by all.
Goodbye My Friend and God Bless You
Jeremy "TanK' Albers
Kennewick
Zach and Ashley Bradford
March 8, 2011
"Great memories of great times with a truly great buddy! Always had nothing but fun around you Dom............you will be missed. We will see you again someday on that "Rocky Mountain High!" Rest in Heaven my friend".
March 8, 2011
You touched many people's lives. Rest in peace Dominic.
Nurse Betty
March 8, 2011
Everytime I see the "AFLAC" duck I will think of my friend Dom...IPA crew you understand. Rest in peace my friend
Love & Laughter
Nurse Betty
RaeLene Bishop
March 8, 2011
Dom, There will always be a song in my heart for you. Love you, Rae
Heather Guffey
March 8, 2011
Dylan, Tina and Mrs. Tafoya,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for your loss.
All our love,
Larry, Heather (Langlois), J.R., Courtney and Garrett Guffey
March 8, 2011
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family of Dominics at this time. A mass will be offered here in Tucson, Az . I have fond memories of Dominic as a student in my music classes and I see he continued to enjoy music. Sr. Mary Ann Rawson, snjm
Kelli Krieg-Schreiner
March 8, 2011
I'll miss you friend. Rest in peace, free from pain.
Kathy Davis
March 8, 2011
Search Light Moms wants to tell you how sorry we are for the passing of your Dominic. We as mothers understand the day to day pain as we search for answers.
If there is anything we can do for you please let us know.
Love and Blessings,
Search Light Moms
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Mary Harrison-Dupaquier
March 8, 2011
Rest in the peace of the Lord, Dominic.
Norm Rummel
March 8, 2011
Dominic was always a staple around the gym and the football field all my life. He was a person that could get along with anyone. He didn't land in any certain crowd, he belong in all of them. I'll miss his bright personality and positive attitude. Rest peacefully my friend.
March 8, 2011
Love you Dom - I'll miss you Big Brother. Love you Sister
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