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DOMINIC A., 82, of Surprise, Arizona. on Aug. 4, 2006, the Greatest Generation lost one of its brightest stars and security in Heaven just got better. There, Dom is reunited with his father, John Boggi Sr, mother, Josephine Panichelli, brothers, John and Ronald, sisters, Kathleen Zucca and Marie Muckley. Dom is survived by his loving son, John, sister, Theresa Pursell, grandsons, Michael and Neil, great grandchildren, Haley, Holly and Kathleen, numerous nephews, nieces and their families.
Dom was a devoted and lifelong servant of his God, his country and anyone who needed a helping hand. At 17, Dom enlisted in the Army to serve his country in World War II. Twice wounded in combat, he was awarded numerous medals including the Bronze Star and two Purple Hearts. Always a staunch advocate of justice and the American way of life, Dom continued to serve his fellow man as a police officer in his hometown of Philadelphia, rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Retiring to Arizona, Dom was an active volunteer for helping the homeless and the poor and supported numerous charities and organizations. He never turned down a needing hand. Dom was a lifetime member of the DAV, Sun City Chapter 24, the Military Order of the Purple Heart, the League of the Sacred Heart, the Saint Vincent DePaul Society, the F.O.P. Lodge #5 and the Custodes Pacis Lodge #2085 of the Sons of Italy. His family and many friends will always love and remember Dom for his faith, strong spirit, great stories and selfless generosity. Arrangements for burial at the National Memorial Cemetery of AZ at a later date are entrusted to ADVANTAGE COLONIAL CHAPEL in Phoenix, AZ. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Carl T. Hayden NHCU, 650 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85012 and the D.A.V.
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