Domenic J. Vetturini

Domenic J. Vetturini, 91, of Mentor, passed away peacefully September 29, 2024 with his family by his side at the Preserve Senior Living at Mentor Ridge. He was born May 24, 1933 in Jefferson, PA. Domenic was a proud U.S. Army Veteran who served in the Korean War. Following his service to our country, he worked as an Operating Engineer and was a member of the Local 18 Union for over 50 years. His hobbies included woodworking, cooking and volunteering. He was a dog lover and the best owner any animal could ever hope for. He certainly earned the title of Mr. Fix It - if anything needed repaired or assembled, Domenic was the guy for the job! Whenever a family member or friend needed a hand, he was there in an instant with his tools. A deck built, a basement refinished, a new toilet installed…he specialized in all these projects - and many more. His children could always rely on him, no matter what was needed. Besides helping with home projects, he babysat, he cooked, he recorded holidays and family events, and everything in between. He was a constant for his four children and his presence will be missed deeply. More than anything, he loved being a “superfan” for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. You could always find him on the sidelines, in the stands, or in the bleachers. Football, wrestling, baseball, basketball, softball, volleyball and track…he was there for all of it! Domenic had friends everywhere he went. He had many lifelong friends from Hale Avenue, Saint Jerome’s, and Faye Lane. Most recently, he forged special relationships with the residents and staff alike at The Preserve. He loved the outings and activities, and even earned himself the title of “Valentine King”. The kindness, compassionate care and support provided by both The Preserve and The Visiting Angels is something his family will never forget. Survivors include his wife Carol Vetturini; children Domenica (Dennis) Green, Michelle (Michael) McPhillips, Paula Vetturini, and Anthony Vetturini; grandchildren Nicole (Kevin) Hoogenboom, Ryan Green, Matthew Green, Patrick (fiancée Madi Bender) Green, A.J. Vetturini, and Evan Vetturini; great grandchildren Jake, Charlotte, and Ella; sisters Angelina Diamond, and Pauline Younkin; and his sisters – in - law Amelita Ritz and Alice D’Angelo. He is also survived by his wife Carol’s children & grandchildren and many nieces, nephews & their families. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Gloria Vetturini, his parents Paul and Julia Vetturini; sister Rose Severini; and brother Joseph Vetturini. The family will receive friends to celebrate Domenic’s life from 3-8 p.m. Thursday, October 10, 2024 at the Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060. A funeral mass in his memory will be held 12 noon Friday, October 11, 2024 at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Rd., Mentor, OH 44060 (Please meet at the church.) Interment will be in Mentor Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Golden Retrievers in Need Rescue Service Inc., or Maple Leaf Community Residences. Please offer condolences at www.brunners.com.

Domenic J. Vetturini

May 24, 1933 - September 29, 2024