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PETE DOMENICI Obituary
The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (formerly NARSAD) mourns the passing of our dear friend Senator Pete Domenici. Senator Domenici was unique in his broad ranging support for mental health care and scientific progress. He aided in the development of our institution becoming the largest philanthropic funder of mental health research grants. He served as an honorary chair of our Research Fund Steering Committee along with his wife Nancy. A determined and dedicated leader in Congress on behalf of the mentally ill, he was instrumental in his role in passing one of the most significant mental health bills in US history – The Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008. Our institution honored him with our Humanitarian Award in 1995 and our first Paul Wellstone Leadership Award in 2005. Senator Domenici was a modest man, but dedicated and tenacious in his advocacy for the mentally ill. He was a true humanitarian who understood the terrible toll that mental illness takes on individuals, families and society and worked tirelessly to relieve suffering and distress. His vision, wisdom and leadership were invaluable to the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation's achievements and our contribution to progress in the field of mental health research. We will miss his powerful support and guidance. Our deepest condolences are extended to Nancy and the Domenici family.
Herbert Pardes, M.D.,
President, Scientific Council
Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D.,
President and CEO
Stephen Lieber,
Chairman of the Board
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Memories and Condolences
for PETE DOMENICI
Judy Schneider
June 19, 2023
I worked as the City Manager's Secretary for Pete Demenici when he ran the City of Albuquerque. He was a Great Man and miss him even how
Judy Schneider
AlbuuerqueNM
A Caring Neighbor
September 30, 2017
Offering my heartfelt condolences warmest thoughts to Nancy and children. May God grant solace to the family during this most challenging time. Pete was truly amazing and accomplished man of integrity. He will be truly missed. With Love & Prayers
Jessica
September 24, 2017
Thank you for all you did for us. RIP
September 22, 2017
Our dear Nancy and Family: Our prayers, thoughts and love are with all of you. Our Heavenly Father was ready for Pete to come to his Heavenly Home and enjoy eternal happiness with those who have gone before him. Jesus loves you Nancy and all your family, and so do we. Stella (Gonzales) & Cone Magee --- Albuquerque
Katherine Leann Ladd
September 20, 2017
Thoughts, love and prayers to our beloved Domenici family!!!! Pete was a very gracious, hard working, hard fighting Senator for our great State of New Mexico and a very precious friend to us all - he will be greatly missed!!!!
Katherine Leann Ladd
Stevan P Villers
September 18, 2017
Dear Nancy and Family;
It is with deep sadness that I learned of Senator Dominici's passing. I met him when I was a Teen Age Republican (TAR)in Farmington, NM in 1972. I voted for him every chance I had when I was living in New Mexico. He was a great statesman, and an asset to conservative Republicans in New Mexico when we were in the minority. I will pray rosaries and offer Masses to his memory. I'll miss you, Senator.
Susie (Gentry) Caflisch
September 17, 2017
Dear Nancy and all family,
It is with a heavy heart that I write to you. Pete and you were very important in my life and I'm deeply sad to hear of his loss. I have so many good memories. I'm glad that Charles was part of his staff for as long as he was able. Pete had a great impact on many more lives than he ever knew. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sorrowful time. I will never forget either of you.
With deepest sympathy,
Susie (Gentry) Caflisch
September 17, 2017
Truly sorry to hear about Pete Domenici's passing. His fine legacy will surely be remembered. I hope to meet him in Paradise! (Luke23:43)
Deborah Davis
September 16, 2017
Debbie Davis (Jeanne CORNELL's) daughter sending prayers to the family for your loss is tremendous. May the memories Pete gave everyone be comforting now and always!
September 16, 2017
Much of what Pete did for our country and our state will never be credited to him because he worked behind the scenes. He was fearless in defending causes that lesser men were afraid to take on.
I send this picture because it reminds me of Pete's many connections and how he turned them into a beautiful legacy. I am honored and grateful to have known him and I send my deepest sympathy to his family for their loss.
Melinna Giannini
David Arguello,GNY SGT RET. USMC.
September 16, 2017
May you rest in eternal peace Sir,I will never forget the service you gave to Our Country and your Humanitarin contributions. SEMPER FIDELIS to you Senator as you now are in the presence of our Lord.
Manuel Valenzuela
September 16, 2017
Both my parents always talked of , what a good man, Mr. Domenici was. I now see with eyes wide open, what they meant. RIP sir!
September 16, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Michael Weisend
September 16, 2017
Senator Domenici was a visionary and advocate for research and mental health. A great man and great loss. All my best to Nancy and the rest of the Domenici family.
Vancellen Sturgeon
September 15, 2017
Senator, you were one of the hardest working people ever in US Government. I appreciate everything you did for the USA and state of NM. We were blessed to have known you. Rest In Peace my friend.
September 15, 2017
Thank you Senator Domenici. You and your family were of great service to our state and our country.
Cynthia Brownson Clay
Raised in San Ysidro, NM, Jemez Valley, Sandoval County
Pat
September 15, 2017
I am truly sorry for your loss. May you gain strength and comfort by pouring out your heart in prayer, along with the prayers of others in your behalf. Please accept my condolences.
Norma Joiner
September 15, 2017
Nancy and family:
So sorry to hear about Pete. Our love and sympathy to you and your family in this sad time.
Your old tennis buddies are thinking of you today. Peace and blessings, Norma, Noreen, and Liz
September 15, 2017
"Eternal rest grant unto Pete, O, Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen"
Janet Green
September 15, 2017
Dear Nancy and Family:
The staff at the Domenici Institute at New Mexico State University express to you our deepest condolences. We are honored to work at the DI and educate people about the Senator's legacy. He will be missed but remembered as a great leader in public service not only for New Mexico, but for our Nation.
Dina (Ann Margaret) Paulik
September 15, 2017
My sincere condolences to Nancy and the children. May your strong Faith be your comfort during this time of sorrow. I taught at Fatima when your children were young. I partnered with you in the education of your children. I celebrated your child's first communion dinner at the Sundowner. Family from Italy was also present that Sunday.
Years later while taking my middles school students to Washington, I bumped into Senator Domenici. We were touring the Capitol when suddenly we were stopped and were told that a press conference would be taking place. The Budget had just been balanced. All the Senators were passing by us. Senator Dominici noticed me with the students. Two proud New Mexicans greeted each other on that historical day!
I am grateful for the many contributions he made in his lifetime.
Rest in Peace, Senator Domenici.
Psalms 55:22
September 15, 2017
My condolences to the family. May the God of comfort and strength be with you during this difficult time.
Marijon Garcia
September 15, 2017
Ben and I had the pleasure of meeting Pete several times when he would go watch his grandson play baseball on the team Ben coached. He was so very proud of him and always enjoyed the games. He took a liking to Brian as well because they both were both left handed pitchers and enjoyed giving Brian good tips. Our sincere condolences to Nancy and his entire family. Our prayers are with you all. Ben and Marijon
Florenda ACQUE
September 15, 2017
My father admired Mr. Domenici back in the 70s until he passed away too early. But he passed that admiration on to me as I turned adult. All of Zuni Pueblo send their condolences to the Domenici family.
Cheri Smith Beadner
September 14, 2017
I remember the night Senator Domenici was elected...so many years ago...who would have known this young man, Albuquerque's City Manager, would become a much respected Senator. I was only 16 at the time not knowing that I would eventually move to Washington, D.C. and become a Virginian. I worked for the Federal Government for 30 years. I have always been proud of my New Mexico roots and even more so when "Pete" was mentioned in the media. He was "my" Senator regardless of my residence. I was sadden when he left the Senate and even more of his passing. I wish peace to the Domenici family.
Warmest Regards,
Pearl Lozano
September 14, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences to Nancy and the Domenici Family, May GOD comfort you and your family in your time of sorrow. I hope that our Lord brings you and your family the much-needed peace during this difficult and sad time. Senator will be forever remembered by all the people he touched and dearly missed by all those he inspired. We thank you for sharing him with all of us. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our Deepest Sympathy Pearl Lozano & The Lozano Family
September 14, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences to Nancy and the Domenici Family, May GOD comfort you and your family in your time of sorrow. I hope that our Lord brings you and your family the much-needed peace during this difficult and sad time. Senator will be forever remembered by all the people he touched and dearly missed by all those he inspired. We thank you for sharing him with all of us. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our Deepest Sympathy Pearl Lozano & The Lozano Family
Tom Troy
September 14, 2017
Condolences to the Domenici family. Pete was a friend to our family and to me - Nancy and Pete let me work out of their Capitol Hill house when I went to Washington as a reporter for The Toledo (Oh) Blade to cover Barack Obama's inaugurations. I was so appreciative of the Domenicis and the family sharing their home with me. Reading Senator Pete's obituary told me many things about his accomplishments that were new to me, despite knowing him a long time. Last night I watched an hour-long interview with him, filmed in his last year as a Senator, on PBS. Well worth watching. His interests and areas of expertise really benefited our country as a whole and we're lucky the people of New Mexico put their trust in him. We in the Troy family got to know the Domenicis because my sisters and his daughters went to the same school and played sports together. Now Helen is married to my brother Jim. My sincere condolences and love to you all.
September 14, 2017
Nancy and family, So sorry. Pete will be missed and remembered by all who knew him. He was a special man.
Jack first met him and his fast ball when quaking and he struck him out in the City League.
Once, when in Washington, and visiting him Jack had to lend him his tie clasp for his meeting in the Senate.
We have many stories with you two and wonderful memories. Have recalled so many of them.
God bless you and your family.
Love, Jack and Joan
Anne R.
September 14, 2017
May this honorable man rest in peace. Sincerely, Anne Gone but always close at heart.
September 14, 2017
Nancy, Children, Family,
Our condolences and prayers are with you at his difficult time. May the God who gives peace be with all of you.-Ro.15:33
September 14, 2017
Senator Domenici will be truly missed. We need more people like him in DC. God bless his family. Beverly Guertin
JT
September 14, 2017
Offering my sincere condolences to the Family, may you find comfort from the encouraging words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14
CC.
September 14, 2017
To the DOMENICI FAMILY in their time of grief, I'm truly sorry for your loss. May 'God' give you comfort during this most difficult time.
-Isaiah 61:2
Virginia Garcia
September 14, 2017
Condolences to you and your family. May GOD comfort you and your family in your time of sorrow. Pete has done a lot for us in New Mexico he will not be forgotten.
David Osborn
September 14, 2017
Wish we had more like Senator Dominici in congress today. I am proud to say I voted for the Senator every time he was on the ballot since 1980 in Las Cruces, NM. The country lost a great man and I pray that God is with his loved ones.
L W
September 14, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort hear your cries and rescue you with comfort and peace during this sad occasion. (Psalms145:18,19)
Marietta Wright
September 13, 2017
Prayers and condolences to Nancy and family of Pete Domenici. I have such good memories of his campaign for Governor in 1970, serving as one of the many friends on the campaign trail in Roswell NM and Chavez County. Pete and Nancy were always gracious and grateful for anything done to help . Alas we lost that time though we did carry Chavez County , a real coup for the Republican party! That was just the beginning for Pete and his political career. Thank you for the years served not only by Pete but by his loving and supporting family. He was a loyal friend and devoted Patriot to his Country. He will be missed though fondly remembered.
Tom Hutton
September 13, 2017
Our family had the pleasure of visiting Senator Domenici in 1992 when my son Justin won a trip to Washington D.C. for his 'baseball' related invention for 'Invent America'. The Senator graciously excused himself to 'go vote' before we could see him, but returned and visited with Justin about his invention and told him about his own career in baseball which had been cut short by an injury.
He said baseball was his first love, but joked that he "settled later on for a career in politics!"
He made us feel welcome that summer afternoon 25 years ago.
May you Rest in Peace Pete Domenici.
Christian
September 13, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Pete. Rest assured life is precious to our Creator. He promises to act in our behalf.
1 Corinthians 15:26
Katherine Leann Ladd
September 13, 2017
A very sad day for all New Mexicans! Pete Domenici was a gracious gentleman and wonderful Senator! He will be greatly missed!
Thoughts and prayers to the family!!
RIP Pete Domenici and thank you for all your years of Service to New Mexico!
Katherine Leann Ladd
Julie Erin Lawless
September 13, 2017
I was proud to be a New Mexican while you were its Senator! Rest in peace; prayers and condolences to your family. From a grateful (former)-constituent,
J C
September 13, 2017
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved. May the God of all comfort sustain each of you.
September 13, 2017
May the almighty sustain your family at this time of such a great loss.
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