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Domsitz, Thomas Anthony

Thomas Anthony Domsitz, age 71, of Kihei, Hawaii, formerly of Trotwood, Ohio passed away on July 14, 2024, in the Philippines. Born August 29, 1952, in Dayton, Ohio to Edward P. and Joyce J. Domsitz. Tom graduated from Trotwood-Madison High School in 1970. From a very young age he was dedicated to regular exercise and weightlifting, at one point successfully venturing into the world of bodybuilding. He traveled the world making friends wherever he went. He especially loved traveling throughout Asia. Most recently, he spent the past several years living in the Philippines. Tom left everyone he met marveled at the incredibly adventurous life he led. Besides world traveling, Tom owned Grill's Tavern in Stringtown, Ohio for 36 years. He also ran several other successful businesses including an import clothing line called Maui Tom's. A voracious reader, he collected tens of thousands of books, even opening his own bookstore where locals bought and traded books.

Tom is survived by his daughters, Nikki Domsitz of Kihei, HI; Katrina Henrickson (Anthony), of Allegan, MI. Grandchildren: Agenda Lyn Domsitz, of Brookville, Ares Henrickson, Trend Henrickson of Allegan, MI. Brothers and Sisters: Edward J. Domsitz of Phillipsburg; Craig (Dorothy) Domsitz of Houghton Lake, MI, Joni Domsitz of Brookville; Christina Domsitz-Singer of Brookville; Todd (Karen) Domsitz of Brookville; Joseph (Monique) Domsitz of Sevierville, TN; Janice Domsitz of Kettering. Former wife, Vickie Domsitz of Brookville; and Awesome of the Philippines, and many friends and relatives too numerous to mention. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward P. Domsitz and Joyce J. Domsitz; and brother-in-law, James Singer.

Family and friends will gather Saturday afternoon, October 19, at Grill's Tavern in Stringtown for a celebration of Tom's life, after a brief ceremony at Calvary Cemetery, in Dayton.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Sep. 15, 2024.

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sarah

April 2, 2025

I'm the one who took this photo's thom thankyou for all the day years and minute's we've shared I'll treasure it forever!! thank you for everything tom may you rest in peace

Jenny Gadd Hill

October 16, 2024

To the Domsitz Family. I so understand this loss. I knew Tom. And I know what he means to you all. He was larger than life and i have the BEST memories of him and really, all of you. Rest in Peace Tom.

John A. Smith (Levi)

October 16, 2024

Jan,Joni,Todd and all the family and friends of Tom. He was one of a kind. I envied him his dedication for staying in shape and having the travel bug that took him in different directions. Rest in peace Tom and my prayers are with all the family.

Kathy Miller Kinsey

October 11, 2024

Really gonna miss Tom, always loved his posts and photos from back in the day. A few of us had our first served beer at Grills Tavern, me included, it was always a fun time, lots of great memories, some great bands, parties, Halloween, always loved the photos on the walls, thanks for the memories and great times. My sympathy to all the family. Kathy(Miller)Kinsey

Shane Evangelista

September 21, 2024

Hi Thomas, I miss you so much, I hope you are happy where are you now. Thank you for a good memories you gave to us also thank you for all of the support and thank you please come to my dreams and talk to me there I have a thousand questions for you cause the day you left you been texting me and calling me but it was not my number I'm too curious about what you gonna say. Tom i miss your voice. I love you tom as my father even your not my biological dad but you build me and teach me a thousand times, You teach me to be strong and anything. Tom please tell to ate nikki talk to me.

John & Marty Osterday

September 18, 2024

So sorry Ed & your family. We will say prayers for Tom & your family. Marty & John Osterday

Mary Ann

September 17, 2024

My condolences to the Domsitz family and friends. May you find peace and fun memories of Tom. -Mary Ann (Rapp) Bunn

Clyde Collins

September 16, 2024

The family he grew at Grills must be 1000 where we grew and laughed wrestled and loved. Memories of living.

Nancy Zuckerman

September 15, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Mt heart goes out to you all.
Nancy zuckerman

Pam Codora Butler

September 15, 2024

Where do I begin about Tom. My x brother in law. To know Tom was a treat. He concreted my family his family. He loved all of us. Tom was a great father, and friend. Loved your Phones calls alway had me laughing and crying. You are so missed

Tina Marcum

September 15, 2024

Our entire family mourn with you in the loss of your brother and the loss of our cousin. We surround you with love. Love Tina Marcum

Linda

September 15, 2024

Ed, Craig, Joni, Chris,Todd, Joe, Janice I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great cousin. Love all of you, Linda

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