Mr. Dominic Russell Damiano, age 75, passed away Sunday, March 19, 2023 on St. Joseph's Day. He was born on May 3, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois to Vincent Charles and Vera Fontana Damiano.

Mr. Damiano was a resident of Miramar Beach, Florida and was Catholic by faith. He was a veteran of the armed forces serving his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother. He owned and operated Clemenza's brand restaurants throughout the area and was a well-known business owner. He was very involved with the local military including fundraisers and job placement for local veterans. He enjoyed cooking classes, entertaining, and he was very involved with local communities.

Mr. Damiano was preceded in death by his father and mother; and sister, Connie Damiano.

Mr. Damiano is survived by his wife of 35 years, Tammy L. Damiano of Miramar Beach; one son, Vincent Christopher Damiano and wife Jenifer of Miramar Beach; two grandchildren Lexy Mellica and Halas Damiano; one great-grandchild Harper; and one sister Katherine Lazzara and husband Joseph.

Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Resurrection Catholic Church; 259 Miramar Beach Drive, Miramar Beach, Florida 32550, with Father Tom Guido officiating.

Receiving of friends will be held from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, Sunday, April 2, 2023 at Clemenza's at Uptown Station; 75 Eglin Parkway NE, Unit 126, Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Special Operators Transition Foundation at https://www.sotf.org/donate/ .