May he rest in peace - Dominic (OSD9)

You get to "know" a lot of people on this forum and Dom was certainly someone I knew and respected even though I never met him. This is certainly tragic news for all of us but it is especially tragic for his family and loved ones.

RIP Dom .

Dave
 
I was so shocked to hear that Dom had passed away. He was fighter, and I hoped he would pull through. He lived every day with gusto and energy. I had the pleasure last month to join Dom’s Berkley Shores Association at the Golden Nugget Marina for the Thunderbird Air show. Dom did a fantastic job in lead his 18 boats, and making everyone feel important. During that weekend Dom helped his neighbor fix his 34 Trojan by using his volt meter to determine which contacts to jump so the engine would run. The neighbor made it all the way back to Bayville with the fix. Dom was concerned than not only everyone made it safely, but he wanted everyone to have a good time. I have not known Dom for a long time but, in the short time I have known him, I came to like and respect him. He will be truly missed by his family and many friends. I don’t know why life is so short. I was praying for Dom’s family this morning and thought, God must have a Sea Ray…

 
I didn't know Dom but he sounds like a guy I'd like to have boated with. Our hearts go out to his family and all his friends for their loss. It's always sad to see a dedicated boater have to leave the helm.
 
I met Dom a handful of times, originally at the CSR first trip to BIH and have to say that we all lost a great friend today. Rest in Peace, Dom!

Here's Dom checking out a new 480 with our MM sales rep at Somers Point. He really wanted that boat!
 
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For those that read your posts, we benefited from your wisdom;
For those that met you, I am envious;
For those that called you friend, take solace in your memories;
For those that called you family, our prayers are with you.
 
Bugsy24 said:
Poor Linda, I just found out she lost her Mother 2 weeks ago!!
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Marshall, if you only knew...

Linda's Mom lived with them for the past 14 years or so and had Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia which rendered her incapable of making her own decisions. She would try to get out of the house in the middle of the night and engage in other odd behaviors common to those with dementia, being unaware of the danger she might be putting herself in. Dom and Linda made the house a safe place for her to live because they were determined not to send Grandma to a nursing home. They did what they had to do for many a year to keep the lady safe.

With Grandma's passing, this was due to be their time for the first time in a long time...
 
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Like some others, I had the privilege of meeting Dom and Linda at the original CSR Baltimore gathering at BIH. We were both the same age and we both enjoyed an evening cigar and drink - my scotch and his port. In Baltimore, I pulled up a folding chair and sat on the dock with Dom that night as we enjoyed a smoke together. We talked effortlessly for more than an hour about boating, parenting, religion, politics, and anything else that came up. He was so easy to be around and there was an air of fraternity with the guy. Those of you who had the opportunity to spend time with him know what I mean - I don't think that's common when you first meet someone, but it was sure great to have experienced it! Later, at one of the Atlantic City gatherings, we caught up with each other and he insisted we spend more time together. Later that night, he and Frank and Mike made their way over to hang out for awhile. That was the trip we met Rick and James as they were on either side of me. That was Dom - regardless of where he was, he was comfortable and went out of his way to be sure those around him were as well. Just a great guy with an "other person focus."

I was driving to Baltimore yesterday afternoon and learned of his condition. When we got to our marina (BIH), we saw the news that Dom had passed. Shocked and stunned (still), I wandered over to B dock where I first met the man. The water was calm and peaceful as I'm confident his soul is now. Though our friendship was brief, I'm grateful I had the opportunity to the know the man. Rest in peace, Dominic.
 
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Dave S said:
You get to "know" a lot of people on this forum and Dom was certainly someone I knew and respected even though I never met him. This is certainly tragic news for all of us but it is especially tragic for his family and loved ones.
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Very well said. I too never personally met him...it sounds like you that did were lucky to have done so. It's always tough to hear something like this from someone you "knew". Shocking even more at such a young age. My condolences to his family.

Tom
 
I only knew Dom from afar. Like so many others on CSR, I grew to know him and learned from his wisdom that he so readily shared. He will be missed. RIP Dom.
 
I had the pleasure of meeting Dom on a trip we made to Wildwood, NJ back in 2008. He and Linda came down from up north to meet a few of us there (not one of these huge gatherings). He was such a likable guy, he and my son (then ten) spent a lot of time jabbing each other about New York vs. Philly sports, and we all spent a lot of time making fun of Gary. It was there he told me the origin of the name of his boat; One Sweet Day.

Quick with the wit, clearly a family man and a dedicated, loyal and concientous boater, he will surely be missed. I'm sure words can not describe the sense of loss for Linda. I wish I could give her a big hug but she surely wouldn't remember me. I hope the outpouring here gives her some solace someday.

God speed, Captain Dom.
 
I was riding my bike in the MS150 this past weekend and haven't been on CSR this past weekend. So hits close to home. So sad to hear this news. Scary and so sorry for his family. While I never met him personally, sounds like an amazing person that I strive to be like. Enjoyed the virtual discussions. God speed, Dom.
 
Dom rafted up with us a number of times over the past several years. He did his first "overnighter" with Linda with a few of us from Dillon's Creek to watch the fire works on the Schrewsbury River at Red Bank. The picture of his boat on his CSR page was shot on the way up to see those fireworks.

He and Linda and his dog (Pitsy...I think) would find us anchored at Tices or Toms River or the Secret Spot and come along side for the afternoon. Always a great time.

Dom loved his family, his friends, his neighbors, his cigars and his boat. He really enjoyed the banter here at CSR and at the "other" place. He was a generous man and a good friend. Karen and I (along with the crew from Dillon's Creek) will miss him greatly. Rest in Peace, buddy.
 
Tragic, just tragic. Dom helped me quite a lot after I joined the 410DA community and was always willing to share his knowledge. I regret never being able to meet him but for my fellow CSR members, please do me a favor. When everyone is at the Sea Ray plant tour, have someone do a great toast for me to celebrate Dom. Dom should have a mention in the next Sea Ray Owner's Club magazine as well IMO.

Thanks Dom!
 
HUMPH said:
Tragic, just tragic. Dom helped me quite a lot after I joined the 410DA community and was always willing to share his knowledge. I regret never being able to meet him but for my fellow CSR members, please do me a favor. When everyone is at the Sea Ray plant tour, have someone do a great toast for me to celebrate Dom. Dom should have a mention in the next Sea Ray Owner's Club magazine as well IMO.

Thanks Dom!
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Consider it done Ken, Such a sad event. I never met the man but am saddened by such a wonder person is gone from the earth... hope to meet him someday .
 
I'm buying rounds in Asbury for anyone who show's up except for Jimmy cause then I'll go Broke!!! Just kidding Jim!!! I'll buy you ONE!! :grin:
 
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