Charles J. Dominick

Charles J. Dominick, born November 20, 1938, in Plainfield, New Jersey, passed away June 23, 2025 at 11:50 AM. He was the beloved son of Jackson and Sadie Dominick and was raised in North Plainfield, NJ. An active participant in the local Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, Charles proudly attended the 1953 Boy Scout World Jamboree at Irvine Ranch in Santa Ana, California, and Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico in 1954. After graduating from North Plainfield High School in 1956, Charles served honorably in the United States Air Force in the Far East and Georgia as a jet engine mechanic and aircraft crew chief. Upon returning home, he studied at Union Junior College before earning a scholarship to Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon, where he graduated in 1968 with a degree in Forest Engineering. He was a member of the forestry honor society, Xi Sigma Pi. He began his professional career at Coos Head Timber Co. in Oregon, working under C. Wylie Smith and Mike Groben. He later moved to British Columbia, where he worked for MacMillan Bloedel Ltd. at the Cameron, Taylor, and Sarita Divisions from 1969 to 1983 in various forestry and civil engineering roles. Charles also founded and operated My Personal Secretary, Inc. in Port Alberni, B.C. for five years. Upon returning to the United States in 1988, he joined the Cecil County Department of Public Works in Elkton, MD, holding engineering and construction-related roles. During this time, he earned his Professional Civil Engineering License at Drexel University (Delaware License No. 10007). In 1998, he joined JCA Associates in Moorestown, NJ, where he contributed to numerous civil engineering projects across southern New Jersey until his retirement. Married for a period to Linda Myrle George, daughter of Henry Lawrence George, the grandfather of his son Jared Lawrence Myrle Dominick. Survived by son Jared and his wife Teresa who married in 2005. With Grandchildren Sheldon and Lane and with grandchild Kassandra with Chad and great grandchildren Annabelle and Donovan. In 1989, Charles met the love of his life, Rose T. Belotti, (she finally succumbed to marriage in 1999 after 10 years of engagement). Together, they shared many joyful years traveling and exploring the United States. Survived by wife Rose, daughter Barbara, and grandsons Tyler and Justin and great grandchildren Jackson and Sienna. Also all friends, past and present, throughout the United States and Canada were fondly remembered through his years. In lieu of flowers, any considerations or remembrances for Charles and family should be directed to any foundation of your choice dealing with autism. Visitation: Thursday July 10th 9:30 am at the Kovacs Lombardo Funeral Home 530 W. Woodland Ave. Springfield. Funeral Service: Thursday July 10th 11:00 am at the Kovacs Lombardo Funeral Home. Interment: Old Tennent Cemetery 454 Tennent Rd. Tennent, NJ 07763.

Charles J. Dominick

November 20, 1938 - June 23, 2025