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1936
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2016
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Anthony Domino Obituary
Anthony J. Domino, 79, of Rockford, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2016. Born August 30, 1936; the son of Anthony and Lucy (Ingrassia) Domino. Tony married his wife of 58 years, Jean Graham in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on September 13, 1958. Tony was a graduate of Marmion Military Academy in Aurora, IL in 1954, and St. Ambrose College in Davenport, IA in 1958. He was a member of the Cathedral of St. Peter. Tony worked in the liquor business his entire life, co-founding Domino Liquors in 1964, having stores in Rockford, Freeport and Dixon. Tony was a founding member of the Alpine Kiwanis Club and a longtime member of the University Club. His favorite past time was fishing at his lake home in Canada with friends and family. He also enjoyed hosting numerous parties and reunions. Survivors include his wife, Jean; four daughters, Joan (Tim) McDougal of Winnebago, Kateri Domino of Rockford, Lucy (Scott) Jacobs of Chicago and Maryjo (Mike) Seger of Winnebago; four sons, Anthony Domino of Chicago, John (Margo) Domino of Rio, WI, Paul Domino of Freeport and Edward (Wendy) Domino of Freeport; 12 grandchildren and sister, Mary Jo (John) Pritz of Rockford.
Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 12, 2016, at the Cathedral of St. Peter, with Fr. Stephen St. Jules officiating. Visitation will be Thursday at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel has assisted the family. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.
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JoAnn (Ingrassia) Calleia
May 4, 2023
I knew Anthony as Tony. He was such a neat guy, who will be forever missed. RIP Tony..
JoAnn Ingrassia Calleia
May 4, 2022
I have fond memories of Tony. I babysat for his children. May he RIP.. love and Hugs to the Family
Laura Jenkins
May 22, 2016
Tony and family, my condolences for your loss. I have many fond memories of time spent at your dad's when we were in college and know you'll miss his huge personality! My Aunt Pat Mc Cauley (O'Connell) and cousin Carol Cervionke Roberts shared fond memories with me of your dad as a young man and send their condolences, as well.
Tom Eells
May 20, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Domino family. RIP Tony
Sandy Heck
May 15, 2016
Jean, Eddie , Maryjo and all family members I send my deepest sympathies in the loss of Tony. I will miss his smiling face at St. Anne's daily mass where we shared memories of years long past.May the memories you have made help ease your pain.
Mady Rasheed
May 15, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Domino family.
Andy and Jonna Lamm
May 15, 2016
We're so sorry to hear about Tony's Passing. He was a GREAT man and we will remember his great laugh and his wonderful personality!!!
Jeff Reed
May 13, 2016
So sorry for your loss
May 13, 2016
i am sorry about your los my god be with you Tony was truly a legacy and will be missed my condolences to the domino family
Madeleine Fouts
May 12, 2016
Your entire family is my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May the good memories of Tony's life bring you comfort.
Candis Becker-Peterson
May 12, 2016
I worked for your dad many years ago...Will always remember that big smile, sense of fun and dedication. He was a wonderful boss, and treated everyone like family!
Marlene McLinn Kleckler
May 12, 2016
Sorry for your loss. May God bless and keep you during this difficult time.
Lisa/Chuck Bushey
May 12, 2016
Your family has our deepest sympathy and prayers at the time of your loss. He will be truly missed.
Toni Pohl - White
May 11, 2016
Prayers to the entire Domino Family, I just knew Tony Sr. Through one of his sons Jon! I think we were introduced twice when several of Jon's other friends and I met him in passing as we were going up to the 3rd floor to hang out together! But my heart still goes out the same to each and every one of you! He will be dearly missed!
May 11, 2016
Tony will be missed by all who knew him. May God bless him forever,
Al Provenzano
Sarasota,FL
Sylvia (Balles) Kowall
May 11, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the Domino family. Tony was a wonderful person and I enjoyed the years that I worked for him at Domino Liquors. He will be missed by many.
Cathy Price (Witt)
May 11, 2016
Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Frank and Nancy DIESI
May 11, 2016
My most sincere sorrow on the passing of your father Tony. May the good Lord be beside you
May 11, 2016
I worked with Tony for years with his advertising and he was always one of my favorite people and then I got to know a few of his kids. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to the whole family,
Linda Conder
Tina Kuniej
May 11, 2016
To the whole Domino Family; We send our prayers and love to you all at this time of loss...may God's peace be ever present with you in the days ahead, Tina & Jeff Kuniej
John Leggero
May 11, 2016
My condolences to the Domino Family ,,, God Bless Tony ..
Sheila Finley
May 11, 2016
So sorry for your loss , I used to go to the liquor store in the rock ton ave center when my mother worked for him for years sincerely Sheila Negri Finley
May 11, 2016
Deepest sympathy too the entire Domino family. Tony was a kind generous man. He will be missed by many. Sandy Schulz Naples Florida
Deanne Matthews
May 11, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the Domino family. Tony was a great guy and will be missed by many.
Jerry Rucker
May 11, 2016
Tony--Have a pleasant journey--See you when I cross over
Michael & Savina Entmeier
May 11, 2016
So sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Melody & Brad Jordan
May 10, 2016
our condolences to the entire Domino family, many good memories of Tony and his sense of humor and his generosity! Will never forget him..
May 10, 2016
Condolences to Joan and all of the Domino family, in the loss of this wonderful man. We grieve with you.
Freeport Friends
Marie Greathouse
May 10, 2016
So sorry for you loss, your family is in my thoughts and prayers. My Aunt Angeline Domino was talking about her dads and brothers dead and hopes to see them soon.
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Andy Eberle
May 10, 2016
God bless and keep you Tony.
May 10, 2016
The Wool family in Florida give you are heartfelt condolences.
May 10, 2016
Thinking of everyone at this difficutlt time. My thughts and prayers are with you.
With love,
Barb Gugger
Salvador Wool
May 10, 2016
sorry Paul and family for your loss
JoAnn Calleia
May 10, 2016
Dearest family members of Tony Domino.. I am so sorry for your loss.
With love,
Joanne (Ingrassia) Calleia
Dads home away from home. Canada will never be the same.
John
May 10, 2016
May 10, 2016
We TREASURE all of our Canadian adventures with Tony and his family--the fishing expeditions, the jokes, the stories, the parties, and especially the wonderful dinners at the Clearwater Lake cabin. We are so very lucky that Tony was a part of our lives and we are better people for it. God bless!
With much love for all of you,
Michele and Scott DeCleene
Gayle Gennusa
May 10, 2016
Domino family - I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Keeping you all in my thoughts & prayers.
Gregg Raih
May 10, 2016
My most heart felt prayers and sympathy to all of Tony's friends and family,the amount of lives Tony touched,including mine could never be measured,The world was a better place with Tony in it,rest in peace kind sir
Linda Reuter
May 10, 2016
Joan & Tim - Joan, although I did not know your father, I know 1st hand how much it hurts to lose one. I do know he raised a very smart, compassionate, loving daughter and I am honored you are my friend. My condolences during this painful time.
Jeri & Mark Heckman
May 10, 2016
So sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Thinking of you all...
Paul and Roberta Ingrassia
May 10, 2016
Tony was a positive, loving, and supportive cousin. He loved family and friends and all of us will miss him. We will remember all the joyful times together and find comfort in that. We are so sorry not to be there for the family, but we send
our love and support.
Paul and Roberta Ingrassia
Pat and Nancy Clark
May 10, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of you husband and father and grandfather.
remembering the time in Fl.
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