Dominic D. Merola, 73, of Seminole, Florida, passed away on October 18, 2026. He was born on November 4, 1952, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Della (née Costa) Merola and Dominic Merola. He attended Boro Hall Academy in Brooklyn and remained a proud Brooklyn boy throughout his life.
On October 8, 1983, Dominic married Victoria (née Cusare) Merola, the love of his life. He owned and operated various businesses throughout the years and was known as a jack of all trades.
Dominic was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Seminole, Florida, and the Italian American Civil Rights League in Brooklyn, New York. He enjoyed watching the New York Yankees, traveling on Princess Cruises, and, as a proud Italian American, good Italian food and the traditions of his Brooklyn upbringing.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Victoria “Vicki” Merola; his sister, Barbara Merola; and his brother, Nicholas Merola. He was predeceased by his parents.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Serenity Funeral Home, 13401 Indian Rocks Road, Largo, Florida, from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11am on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 11565 66th Avenue North, Seminole, FL 33772. A committal service will follow at Serenity Memorial Park and Cremation Gardens. The family will host a reception at Serenity Funeral Home following the committal service.
Dominic will be missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
