Dominique Michael Easton

He began his pre-school education at 4 years of age and graduated from Bethel Christian School in the eighth grade. During his attendance he built a strong foundation in the Christian Faith. Dominique found an interest in science and sports at an early age. Capitalizing on his interest in science, he attended trips to Catalina Island Marine Institute and the Kennedy Space Center on Merritt Island, Florida.

Dominique was a well-rounded athlete. He competed in and was awarded a purple belt in Shozen style Martial Arts. Dominique while accompanied by his father traveled to Barcelona, Spain to compete in the USAMA World Championships. While his sister Gigi was a student at Backstreet Dance Studio in Riverside, California, he joined her and participated in Hip Hop, Tap, and Jazz teams; competing and travelling throughout Southern California and Las Vegas. Dominique was a Boy Scout for several years which earned him several badges that instilled pride, and citizenship recognition within his community. He also earned his lifeguard badge, and while on vacation in Waikiki Hawaii he used his skills to save a man’s life while at the pool.

Dominique played Football at Riverside Notre Dame High School for four years. He received Impact Player of the year in the 11th grade. Also, in his junior year he was recognized as an integral part of Notre Dame’s Varsity football team. Dominique graduated in June 2012. He went on to attend Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut California where he studied in Health and Nutrition.

Dominique enjoyed fashion and photography. He helped to establish a start-up clothing line; No-Logic. He assisted with photography with his brother Louis at the music festival; Rock the Bells in 2015.

Dominique Michael Easton passed away September 24, 2019. As a family we believe his life was cut too short. However, he lived a vibrant life touching his family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, his church and everyone who met him.

Left to celebrate his life are Grandfather, Robert T. Smith of Temple Hills, Maryland; Grandmother, Edna M. Johnson of Cincinnati, Ohio; Great Uncle, William (Muriel) McCullough of Montgomery, Alabama; Great Uncles, Bobby Easton, Bill Jones and Howard Brown; Mother, Denise Easton; Brother Louis D. (Karina Arias) Easton; Sister, Geneva Easton; Uncle, Donald Smith; Aunt, Gina Malone; Aunt, Sha’ron Israel; Uncle, Keith Johnson; Aunt, Paula Dillar.

Many relatives left a footprint in Dominique’s life. He enjoyed traveling and visiting with his cousins, Rachelle; Stephanie; Bobby; Dwayne; Darrick; Darrick Jr.; Darius; Phyliss, Janice; Gwen; Bonnie; Wanda; Tommy; Larry , Jr.; Alice; Terry; Alex; Genesis; Erin; Jabari; a host of family and friends; and a special Aunt and Uncle, Roberta and James Richey (deceased).