Domenico (Dominic) Federico of Chester, died Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020, at Garnet Medical Center in the Town of Wallkill. He was 81 years old.
Domenico was born April 14, 1939 ,in the town of Giarre within the city of Catania on the east coast of Sicily in southern Italy, the son of Giovanni and Antonia (Leotta) Federico, both deceased.
He retired most recently, a former employee of Exhibit & Tradeshow Consultants of Middletown as well as Karpy Kitchens of Florida N.Y., and Golden Area Products of Middletown.
In his spare time, he enjoyed playing bocce in Chester with many good friends.
Survived by his wife of 52 years, Jennie Grace Federico of Chester and son John Thomas Federico of Poughkeepsie.
He is also survived by his sister Maria, neice Jennie Ann, nephew Mario, several cousins in Italy, as well as many loving friends and family members throughout the United States.
Special thanks to the doctors and nursing staff at Garnet Health Medical Center (ORMC) 4-North.
A Mass of Christian burial was held Jan. 4 at St. Columba R. C. Church, 27 High St., Chester.
Burial followed in St Columba Cemetery in Chester.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St Jude or Memorial Sloan Kettering (Dr. Preeshagul and team).
Arrangements are under the care of the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc., Goshen. To leave a condolence, visit www.donovanfunerals.com.