Domenic Gatlin Obituary

It saddens me that I cannot find any of our old videos and pictures together. Dom and I bonded over so many things. Cheer, basketball, soccer and many more. Before we started cheering together we used to do zoom video calls during Covid and have drawing competitions and talk about our favorite movies and songs. He was always so full of love no matter what hard things he went through. Not only did we laugh together but we cried together too. He made me feel seen, heard and important in life and I just hope that I was able to do the same with the time that I had with him.

Dom was such a beautiful soul. He lit up every room he came into and always made everyone laugh. We met in the 7th grade and from that moment I knew we´d always be friends.

You will be missed!

I did not know him ,but reading what others have said he was a good young man, prayers to his family, RIP!

Me and Doms bond was like brother and sister, we started by arguing randomly about silly stuff and then eventually we realized we were both pretty funny and very talented. Dom was my Back spot during cheer which meant every practice we worked together and learned eachother to get through games, competitions, practices, school itself and all the ups and downs that came with it. He was a super super amazing friend and person and I´m so glad we got to meet and have a positive impact on each others lifetime here. Miss you everyday Dom

I didnt know Dom as well as other people but in my freshman year we both did cheer. I remember him just brightening everyones moods wether we where on vistas team or sandcreeks. He would make jokes and just be silly at camp when we had long and frustrating days or just right in the morning he always was brightening up peoples spirits and making everyone laugh and smile. That really shows who he was as a person and how he impacted everyones lives with just a bit of kindness everyday.

I remember growing up playing games for hours in the basement getting in trouble together, so many things he taught me from how to deal with emotions to how to have fun in life and enjoy the little thing I miss my brother so much and regret not doing so many things with you. I love you so much and can't wait for the day we can see each other again. We can take that road trip in heaven together I'll be their when it's my time.

Describing the impact a person brings into your life is difficult, a sudden loss of a beautiful soul will forever linger in our hearts. This precious child of God touched many lives up close and afar. Our condolences Clarence, Jacqueline and the family for your loss.

Man, Dom was my guy. I remember during our junior year me and him would be on FaceTime until 1-3am just chopping it up, talking about girls, money, dreams and God knows what else. One of the funniest and smartest people I´ve had the pleasure of having in my life. He was driven and if he had a goal he worked his hardest and brainstormed to achieve those goals. No matter what he dealt with he´d complain about it very briefly and face the problem head on. You will be missed brother, and the time I had with you will forever remain in my heart and mind. It was a blessing to have that time with you my friend. My deepest condolences and prayers for your family. See you on the other side man

So sad to hear of your passing. I remember watching you like it was yesterday when you were really young. Your mom loved you so much, I'm sure she was waiting for you at heaven´s gates with open arms. Such a young soul taken too soon. Give your mom a hug for me, I love you both always.

Wow. When I think of Domenic, I could write a whole essay... I remember the first time we met was at a cheer camp in July 2022 and he gave me a glow stick that said "you light up my world", which I think described him as a person. He was such a light to everyone around him. Even through the ups and downs, he always had the goofiest personality and was always trying to make people laugh or smile. He had taught me so much throughout the past few years, whether that be when we lived together, trying to teach me different cheer tricks, teaching me about fixing cars/motorcycles, etc.. Dom was such a fighter, one of the strongest people I´ve met. Im so upset Im so far and can´t give a final goodbye, but I know he will be remembered forever. He was the light in so many peoples lives, and it got taken away way too soon. I know we all miss him dearly. Loving you till the end of time Dom.

I remember meeting Domenic when he helped my daughter and her exboyfriend in a snow storm and he went and helped them

Dom and I met nearly four years ago, we shared our first job together, made it to each others graduation. Trained together. Domenic always had a great sense of humor, he'd walk up to me and tell me do"don't mess with me Vacentae, bout a meet cookies and milk,". He was always there for me, as I was to him. Going to the gym and bike riding reminds me of him, he loved to do those things, and we did them together. And Dom taught me, not to be afraid of new things, he had almost no fear, and a big heart and I admired that the most about him.

Dom was such a great friend and brother. The way he made everyone laugh and always brightened up my day even was I was at my worst will always stick with me. It´s so sad to see that he is gone so soon and my heart aches for his family and close friends. You are severely loved and will never be forgotten. I´m so proud of you Dom and I always will be