Mr. Dominick R. Jackson

Mr. Dominick R. Jackson, age 84, a native of Utica and currently of North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2014 at the Royal Park Rehabilitation Nursing Center in Matthews, North Carolina. Born in Utica on April 16, 1930, Dominick was the son of the late Henry and Anne (Chambrone) Jackson. Raised and educated locally, he was a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School. A proud veteran of the United States Army Reserve, he honorably served his country during the Korean Conflict. On February 23, 1952 Dominick wed the former Angela M. Trino; they formed a strong union of 62 years that served as the foundation for raising a loving family. Dominick worked as a Teletype Technician at Griffiss Air Force Base and a Technician at General Electric. He subsequently held a position as a Machinist at the Friedrich Boilers Corporation. At home, Dominick was a placid, peaceful patriarch. He was helpful and kind-hearted, and above all, made every effort to support his family and insure their happiness. He was a good man, a gentle, humble soul who taught by example. His grandchildren were the light of his life. An athlete at heart, Dominick loved bowling, acquiring many trophies. In his younger years, he excelled in baseball and softball and had the honor of coaching his sons’ Little League teams. He later became a baseball umpire, officiating local high school and recreational league games. He also enjoyed playing horseshoes and basketball. Dominick is survived by his wife, Angela; his daughter, Debra Rinaldi of Utica; and his sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Cindi Holloway-Jackson of Indiana, and Donald and Bonnie Jackson of North Carolina; his 14 grandchildren, and his 18 great-grandchildren, His extended family includes several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws, Anne R. Sterling, Anthony Trino, and William Willis. He was predeceased by his sister, Betty Jane Willis; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Fred and Anna Trino; his sister-in-law, Minnie Trino; and his brother-in-law, Joseph Sterling. Visitation will be held Friday from 4:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Dominick’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Saturday morning at 8:00 from the funeral home and at 9:00 at the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. Joseph Salerno. Interment will follow graveside in St. Agnes Cemetery.

Mr. Dominick R. Jackson

April 16, 1930 - November 30, 2014