Dominick was born the son of Ralph and Phyllis (Pezzullo) Principe in Bronx, New York on May 22, 1942. He graduated high school in New York and married Marlene Wohlfeil on November 21, 1964 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He and Marlene raised their family in Warren and Sterling Heights. Dominick divorced and married Roberta Sand from November 1993 until her passing in June 2017.
Dominick loved to sail, scuba dive, travel, dance and spend time with his family. As a young man, he competed in gymnastics. In the late 70's and early 80's, he was extremely active as a Scoutmaster in the Boy Scouts. Dominick was a member of the Detroit Yacht Club, North Star Sail Club, Sailing Singles club, and Calvary Lutheran Church in Waterford. He also enjoyed building model ships and cars.
Dominick is survived by his sons Dominick (Tracy) Principe and Michael (Marissa) Principe; grandchildren Jordan, Emily, Sabrina, Alexander, Lynaya (step), and Jacob (step); and his brother Ralph Principe.
Dominick’s family will welcome all to a visitation on Saturday May 4, 2019 from 4 p.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 7 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, located at 322 W. University Drive in downtown Rochester, Michigan.
Dinner food provided from 4:30 - 6:30pm. Refreshments from 4 until 8pm.
