Domenico (Dominic) Cimino, age 87, of Raynham, formerly of Mansfield, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026, surrounded by family. He was the beloved husband of the late Diane Cimino, the love of his life, to whom he was married for 60 years.
Born in Naples, Italy, on June 20, 1938, he was a loving son of the late Ernesto Cimino and Maria (Russo) Cimino. Coming to the United States by ship, Dominic never lost his lifelong love for his birthplace. He became a U.S. citizen in 1962, retired after many years from the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, and built a path in real estate and small businesses.
Dominic was deeply connected to his Gamblers Anonymous (GA) family, where he played various roles, including member, leader, mentor and sponsor. He dedicated much of his life to helping others, positively impacting thousands of individuals and guiding many toward recovery from gambling addiction. His influence extended beyond his local community, as he shared his experiences, strength and hope on a global scale. At the time of his passing, Dominic had been free from gambling for 61 years, marking the longest sobriety of any living GA member. This achievement underscores his commitment and lasting legacy of service in the recovery community.
Dominic expressed gratitude to God for his faith, his recovery, his late wife Diane, and his children. In times of struggle, he relied on prayer and the wisdom to “accept the things he could not change,” trusting in God’s grace even when human actions were difficult to understand. That grounding shaped the way he moved through the world. Both in his recovery world and in his day-to-day life, Dominic’s communication style was uniquely his own—he spoke with a confidence that made his broken English feel like a badge of honor. He possessed a quick-wit and sharp judgement -- an intuitive mind that far surpassed any formal schooling. A straight-shooter with an exceptional ability to cut through pretense, he rarely missed a trick and was not shy about pointing it out—always guided by honesty and a deep understanding of human struggle. His grit, depth, and humor were his trademark, and those who knew him felt uplifted, sometimes entertained, and often deeply touched by the intensity of his presence.
Dominic is survived by his devoted children: Dominic V. Cimino of Norton; Maria D. Cimino (Robbyn Issner) of Brookline, the late Joanne M. Cimino of Medway; Maryann R. Cimino (George) of Gardner; and Joseph A. Cimino (Melinda) of Marlborough. He was the cherished grandfather of Tanya, Michaela, Eli, Ezra, Talia, Emily, and Anthony. He was a dear brother of the late Antonio Cimino, Rita Mulert, Giuseppe Cimino, Ugo Cimino, and Vittorio Cimino. He was a dear brother-in-law and friend of Jeanne (Leary) Mickler of Florida.
A devout Catholic, he attended daily Mass and renewed his marriage vows in 2020 at Saint Ann's Church in Raynham. He was a longtime communicant of Saint Mary's Church in Mansfield.
Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 5:00–8:00 P.M. at the Sherman & Jackson Funeral Home, 55 North Main Street, Mansfield.
His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. at Saint Mary's Church, 330 Pratt Street (Route 106), Mansfield. Burial will follow at Saint Mary's Cemetery in Mansfield. Afterwards, please join family and friends for a reception to share memories and lunch at the the VFW 337 Cocasset Street in Foxborough, MA 02035.
Having grown up in poverty and survived wartime oppression, Dominic never forgot the weight of those experiences. In honor of his journey and his belief that “it is in giving that we receive,” the family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be made to Catholic Relief Services. Your contribution will provide vital aid to those currently facing hardships similar to those Dominic once overcame, supporting the mission to alleviate global poverty.
Those unable to attend the Funeral Mass on Friday, please go to stmarysmans.org where a livestream of the services will be available.
To send his family a message of condolence, please visit www.shermanjackson.com.