Service Details
A celebration of John’s life will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2019, 12:00pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road, with Rev. Javier Guativa officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Caledonia.
Mount Pleasant – John George Domanico, Sr., 86, received the promise of eternal life on Thursday, December 12, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Racine on July 30, 1933, son of the late James and Rosina (Née: Yanne) Domanico.
John was united to the love of his life, the former Joan Virginia Harrison, on February 18, 1967, at St. Edward Catholic Church in Racine.
John attended Sacred Heart Grade School, Washington Junior High School, and William Horlick High School. He honorably and faithfully served his country in the United States Army, 6th Armored Division, from 1952-1954, receiving medals for: National Service Defense, Army of Occupation (Germany), Good Conduct, expert Rifle and Field Artillery. John was involved in many business ventures over the years including D & Q Builders, Colonial Liquors and was the President of the Kenosha College of Cosmetology and Wisconsin Automatic Products. He was a foreman for Domanik Sales and also worked in maintenance for Ruud Lighting and Cree Lighting.
John was a member of St. Lucy Catholic Church and the Roma Lodge. He enjoyed carpentry and restoring cars. John was proclaimed by his family as the #1 Cookie Taster. He enjoyed baking, cooking and making his very own Italian sausage. Above all, John loved his family tremendously, especially his grandchildren, and will be dearly missed by all who loved him.
John leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of over 52 years, Joan Domanico; children, Lisa M. Domanico, John G. (Ildiko) Domanico, Jr., Tina L. (Eric M.) Gatzke; grandchildren, Luigina “Gina” Marie Graceffa, Mario John Graceffa, Sarah Joan Graceffa, Maggie Joan Domanico, Gianna Louise Gatzke, Vincenzo “Vinny” Michael Gatzke; sister-in-law, Rosemarie Domanico; god-daughter, Jillian Brown-Burrow; nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends too numerous to mention.
In addition to his parents, John is preceded in death by his brothers, Adam “Ed” (Mary) Domanico, and Charles Domanico, nephew, Anthony Domanico and great-nephews, John and Joseph Domanico.
A celebration of John’s life will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2019, 12:00pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road, with Rev. Javier Guativa officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Caledonia.
Clara Pappenfuss says
Oh Joanie and Family, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of my Beloved JD!!! What a wonderful guy to many and I have so many wonderful memories of “good times” we shared!!! May you find comfort in knowing, many Loved him and will NEVER forget him!! Rest In Peace, Sweet John(JD) Sending Prayers and MUCH LOVE, Joan🙏🏻❤️🇮🇹
Angela and Ralph Gemignani says
Our deepest sympathy to you Joan, and your beautiful family. I know he will be sorely missed by so many, but none more than all of you. It was enriching to get to know all of you. John was a dear man and such a hard worker! He contributed to the lives of others in so many ways. May he be at peace and know he lead a life of inspiration to others, and will remain in the hearts of all who had the pleasure to know him.
John G.Domanico says
My Dearest Joan & Family
So very sorry to read just now of John’s passing. Sending you our deepest sympathy John was a wonderful man always patient at school & all the great parties and get together’s we had. My heart, prayers, and thoughts are with you family will see you on Saturday. Death never ever easy or acceptable for ones Loved so deeply so close to holidays the worse been there the loss of my parents still hurts . Much Love JoAnn Principe
John G. Domanico says
Dearest Joan So very sorry for your loss John was a wonderful man our deepest sympathy to you & your family. Sending love & prayers see you Saturday .. R.I.P. John
Jane Wilson says
To the Domanico family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. John was a great man. I know that you will all miss him dearly. Just remember the beautiful times and the smiles he created.
He will be looking over you from heaven above, take his loving memories and cherish them and live with him in your hearts.
R.I.P. Mr.D
Jane Wilson
Darlene Roanhaus says
Mrs. Domanico and family I am so sorry you have my deepest sympathy and prayers he was a lovely man may he rest in peace I am on able to attend as we have our family Christmas that day I am so sorry but my prayers are with you
Chuck and Rose Ann Hoeft says
Dear Joan and your family, words cannot say how sad Chuck and I are for your deep loss. Praying for you and your loved ones may he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord.
Darlene Roanhaus says
I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Domanico you all have my sympathy and prayers he was a wonderful man
William and Harriet Schram and family says
Our deepest sympathy to your family with the passing of John. We have lots of memories about him and your family. Your family is strong and you will all help each other get through this loss. We wish all of you well, and again our sympathy to your family.
PASTOR CHARLES C JONES says
I’M GLAD I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO WORK WITH JOHN AT RUUD LIGHTING HE WAS AN AWESOME CO-WORKER AND ALWAYS A GENTLEMEN I AM SAD THAT I DIDN’T HAVE A CHANCE TO SEE HIM BEFORE HE PASSED BUT I ALWAYS ASKED ABOUT HIM. REST WELL JOHN !