Dominic J. Tierinni

November 4, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Born in Hartford on April 27, 1949, a son of the late Dominic and Maria (Lehneis) Tierinni, he had been a lifelong resident of East Hartford. Dominic was a graduate of George J. Penney High School in East Hartford, class of 1967. He was also a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, who volunteered to serve his country during the Vietnam War.

Prior to his retirement, Dominic was employed for over forty years at a variety of telecommunications including BSL Communications in Wallingford. He was also the previous co-owner of the former Video Showcase of East Hartford on Main Street.

A devout catholic, he was a faithful communicant of Our Lady of Peace Church in East Hartford. In his free time, he enjoyed karate, watching movies, painting with his father and brothers, traveling (especially to Lake Winnipesaukee, NH) and to Germany. He collected German Beer Steins and had an extensive Disney collection. He also looked forward to his traditional Octoberfest at the East Side Restaurant in New Britain. He was a Tom Brady fan and loved watching the New England Patriots. He also enjoyed having a glass of wine or his special shot of sambuca with family and friends.

Most of all, Dominic was a gentleman, who was a devoted father, grandfather, and brother. He cherished his time spent with his entire family and friends. He will be truly missed by all who are lucky enough to know him.

Dominic is survived by two sons, David A. Tierinni of East Hartford, Jeffrey A. Tierinni and his wife Stacey of Southington; three daughters, Sharon Goulet of Conway, SC, Trisha A. Tierinni of East Windsor, Nichole E. Long and her husband Jeffrey of Hebron; two brothers, Michael Tierinni and his wife Mary Jane of Manchester, Joseph Tierinni and his wife Dana of East Hartford; two sisters, Theresa Aniello and her husband Peter of Farmington, and Gilda Arienzale of Farmington. He also leaves his beloved fiancé, Carol (Pranckus) Schortman of Broad Brook and her son Daniel Schortman of Ellington; fourteen special grandchildren; thirteen adored great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Dominic Tierinni of East Hartford.

Funeral service will be Friday (November 8, 2024) at 12 noon at the D’Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford. Burial with military honors will follow at Silver Lane Cemetery-Veteran’s Memorial Field, East Hartford. Dominic’s family will receive relatives and friends on Friday morning (November 8, 2024) from 10:30 am to 12 noon at the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dominic’s name may be made to American Parkinson’s Disease, P.O. Box 248, Shelton, CT 06484. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family, please visit www.desopoeh.com