Dominick is survived by his children, Theresa Dattoma-Licata, Josephine Dattoma-Freeman and Dominick Dattoma; grandchildren, Tina Licata, Angelica Dattoma and Dean Freeman; second wife and loving companion for 19 years, Julie Sonnenberg. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dominick and Teresa; his brother, Joe Dattoma; his wife, Angela Dattoma.
Dominick John Dattoma was born on October 8, 1936 in Astoria, New York to Dominick Dattoma and Teresa Di Mitrio. He graduated from Bayside High School in 1955. He married Angela Mary Turiano, in 1959. Over the years, the couple welcomed 3 children into their home. His children remember him as a kind and loving father who encouraged them to pursue their goals. After moving to Coral Springs, Florida, Dominick was the owner of Pizza Express for 20 years and worked every day with his wife, Angela.
Dominick was a retired NYPD officer who proudly served in the Navy and often loved to entertain. He was a generous and witty individual who loved life and who was passionate about family, friends and cooking. He was an Usher of the Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, member of Sons of Italy and the Broward 10-13 Police Retirement Club.
A viewing is scheduled for 2:00-6:00PM Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Kraeer Funeral Home, 1655 North University Drive, with a service the next day at 10:00AM Monday, December 28, 2020 at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 1401 Coral Ridge Drive. Father Kelly will officiate the service. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dominick’s life. Loved ones can join ceremony virtually at StElizabethAnnSeton.Org and scroll down. The family would like to thank all of Dominick’s friends for being in his life as he will be greatly missed.
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