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William Dominick Obituary
August 5, 1932 - January 18, 2025
William F. "Bill" Dominick II, 92, passed away on January 18, 2025, after a brief hospitalization. Bill was born in New York City, New York, on August 5, 1932, the son of William Gayer Dominick and Elizabeth Spock. He graduated from Swarthmore College in 1955 and shortly thereafter joined the United States Navy where he served as a naval aviator until June 1960.
While at Swarthmore, Bill met Phyllis Klock, and they married on August 31, 1957. Upon leaving the Navy, Bill joined New England Life Insurance Company in Seattle, Washington. He continued his tenure with NEL in the home office in Boston, Massachusetts, and then finally settled in Richmond, Virginia, where he served as General Agent.
Bill was proud of his civic contributions. He was a Little League coach in Massachusetts and Virginia, and he raised funds for the Tuckahoe YMCA. He assisted in establishing Canterbury Recreation Association, and he returned to fundraising later in life for his alma mater and local delegates. He was also well known as the "official" social director for close neighbors.
Bill documented his two biggest loves as family and travel. He enjoyed jetting off with Phyllis to various places in the world, including Italy, China, Australia and numerous riverboat tours. He looked forward to hosting many Caribbean family reunion trips with their five children and eventually 11 grandchildren.
In addition to his wife Phyllis of 67 years, Bill is survived by his five children, Steve, his wife, Lisa and their daughter, Jessie; Jeff, his wife, Nancy and their sons, Graham and Doug; Doug, his wife, Claudia and their children, Mike, Allena and Neithan; Susan, her husband Trip, and their children, Connor and Ellie; and Laurie, her husband, Beau and their children, Cayden, Eliza and Jackson.
A visitation of family and friends will be held at Bliley's Funeral Home, 3801 Augusta Avenue, on Saturday, January 25, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Harry Green
January 25, 2025
Bill was a great tennis partner at Canterbury. He had great patience with lesser players like myself. What a wonderful family he had. God bless you all! Harry Green
Buddy Childress
January 24, 2025
Bill was the best boss I ever had...and a dear friend.
Anna Maria Helm Graf
January 23, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Bill´s passing. Bill was a staple at our Canterbury swim meets. He would often come out to the street to catch up with my mom and dad on their walks around the neighborhood. Know that your family is being held in prayer by our family.
Judy Rideout
January 23, 2025
Phyllis and family, Bob and I fondly remember Bill as a strong member of our neighborhood. He will be missed but never forgotten for his contributions to our community. Many blessings to each of you as you now truly grab hold of your precious memories that you shared together.
Bob and Judy Rideout
Leisa Proctor
January 23, 2025
Phyllis, I´m so sorry to hear of Bill´s passing. Sending you my love and sincere condolences. Leisa Proctor formerly at Reveille Weekday School
Bob & Susie Fitch
January 22, 2025
I vividly remember meeting Bill in Sept; 1969 when he and his predecessor, Jim Betts, interviewed me ( 22 years old ) for my first employment interview after graduating from College. Bill asked challenging questions , was kind but firm and took a big leap of faith offering me a position as a "rookie" agent at New England Life. Bill´s encouragement, patience, and wisdom gave me the guidance I needed in my career in financial services. I will always remember and respect Bill Dominick for his integrity, mentorship, and encouragement. Our world needs more leaders like Bill. Bob & Susie Fitch
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