Photo courtesy of Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton
Groton, Connecticut
Oct 27, 1927 – Feb 26, 2024
GROTON - Dominic F. Perrone, Sr.,96,of Groton died peacefully at Pendleton Health and Rehabilitation Center on February 26th.
He was born in Norwich, CT on October 27 1927 to the late Salvatore and Josephine Bognanno Perrone.
A member of the “Greatest Generation”, Dom served his country in the US Navy. Upon returning to civilian life he started a career at King Seely Thermos, retiring as a supervisor in the plastics department.
His true vocation was however, his great love of music. One of the most accomplished trumpet players in the area. He began to play professionally when he was only 14 years of age and also began to teach music at that time.
Having grown up in the “Big Band Era” his first love transitioned to jazz. His extensive music education made it possible for him to perform any type of music from classical to Dixieland he loved it all and that love was shown in many performances throughout the area and beyond. He continues to perform and teach well into his 90’s.
Dom was pre-deceased by his sisters Julia, Rose and Ambrosia (Anna) Also by his brothers Angelo, Epiphonio ((Piff), Joseph, Vincent (Jim), Anthony, John, and John’s twin , Dominic, who died in infancy, whom Dominic was named after. He was survived briefly by his brother Arthur who has since passed away.
Dom is survived by his wife of 45 years Annette Morey Perrone and his children Debbie, David and Nick. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
He is also survived by hundreds of students with whom he shared his knowledge of and great love for music, For Dom the song may be ended but the melody definitely lingers on.
In accordance with his wishes he was cremated with his ashes to be privately buried in the Perrone family lot in lot in St. Joseph Cemetery, Norwich.
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Peggy Blake
October 21, 2025 | Norwich, CT | Friend
It is difficult to say goodbye to someone that you love. Dominic Perrone held a special place in my heart.. first as my NFA Drum Corps leader .. and then as my friend. He played music beautifully because it came from his heart. He was a good man with an amazing personality. So many people grew to love him over the years. I will never forget his laugh, smile.
Goodbye my friend Dominic I love you.
Donna Faragosa
September 15, 2024 | Colchester, CT | Friend
So sorry to hear of Mr Perrone´s passing. He was such a great man and a wonderful musician. My sincere condolences to everyone.
Kathy Briggs Hlavac
August 03, 2024 | Friend
My husband and I frequented Skippers Dock on Sundays to hear Charlie Holland and Dom play. We so enjoyed meeting Dom, getting to know him and we loved his playing. We met the other players as well and it was such a treat to listen to such great music.
Your Dom was a very nice man, a gentle soul and someone who so enjoyed sharing his love of music with all. We miss that special group of musicians every Sunday.
Rick and Mary Waters
April 16, 2024 | Noank, CT | Acquaintance
My sincerest condolences. James Perrone.
James Perrone
April 08, 2024
Mr. Perrone was was my next door neighbor, my trumpet and french horn teacher, and my best friend's dad. He was always a class act. He had a gentle calm soul. His playing ability brought music into the lives of thousands of people throughout the years. I felt very fortunate to have known him since childhood. He will be missed by all that had the good fortune to have known him. Keep playing the music up on the big stage!
Dave Lotreck
April 07, 2024 | Friend
Dominic taught one of my brothers how to play the trumpet. He came to our family home to give him trumpet lessons way back in the early 1950's. He was a wonderful teacher and an excellent musician. In more recent years I attended Christmas events at which Dominic performed. He presented trumpet music so beautifully that the audience was held spellbound and in awe. Many of us felt moved to tears by Dominic's powerful delivery of music that profoundly touched us at a seriously deep level. ...
Peggy Blake
March 29, 2024 | Norwich, CT | Acquaintance
My father worked with Dom at Thermos. Always had very nice things to say about him. Very well respected and very talented. Our deepest family condolences to all of his loved ones. The Gilluly family Norwich Ct
Mark Gilluly
March 28, 2024 | Norwich, CT | Friend
Uncle Dom, you will be sorely missed. So many happy times and great visits and chats with you , especially after my Dad passed . Your recollections of the family history and stories of your adventures were the best! You were the glue that held us all together.
Betty Choate
March 27, 2024 | Oluympia, WA | Family
