Domenic Martini of Rochester passed away on April 18, 2012 at Sunrise Cottages.

Domenic Andrew Martini was born on May 31, 1921, the third son of Italian immigrants Domenic and Christina (Parisi) Martini.  Domenic was a graduate of Millbrook High School, Millbrook, New York, and City College of New York.  During World War II Domenic served in the U.S. Air Force stationed at the U.S. Airbase in Reykjavik, Iceland.  On February 20, 1954, Domenic married Mary Eleanor Gannon in Amenia, New York. They made their home in Millbrook, New York. He cared for his father, who moved to Minnesota with them, and lived with them until he passed away in 1963.  While in New York, Domenic began a 34 year career with I.B.M., first in Poughkeepsie, New York and later in Rochester, Minnesota, where he retired in 1986.

Domenic is survived by his 8 sons, Mike (Cecelia) of St. Paul, Jay (Vicki) of Eden Prairie, Dan (Bev) of Savage, Bob (Brenda) of Rochester, Pat (Rachelle) of New Hope, Bill (Tina) of Elgin, Chris (Melanie) of Rochester, and Matt (Jackie) of Madison, Wisconsin.  He also leaves behind 23 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and his best friend and companion, Barbara Miller.

He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, 2 brothers and granddaughter, Claire.

Our family wishes to thank Kelly Talamantes and the staff at Sunrise Cottages for the love and compassion shown our father over the past 2 years. You blessed his life.

Visitation will be Friday April 20, 2012 from 5 pm to 8 pm at Macken Funeral Home, Rochester. A funeral Mass will be at 11:00 am, Saturday April 21, 2012 at Pax Christi Catholic Church, Rochester, with one hour visitation prior to the service.