Dominick M. Golia, of Branford passed away on June 25, 2019 in Yale New Haven Hospital. He is the beloved husband of Diane Hay Golia.
Dominick was born in New Haven on August 5, 1939, son of the late Servio and Mary Crisci Golia.
He taught biology in the Ansonia Public Schools for 30 years.
After retiring from teaching, Dominick became the Food Director for Ansonia Public Schools for an additional 20 years and had the honor of the Ansonia High School Cafeteria being renamed the Dominick Golia Cafeteria. He also owned and operated Golia Enterprises and was also the former CEO of Diced Confectioneries in Trinidad.
He served as Vice President of the CT State Teachers Union and Treasurer of the Ansonia Teachers Union. Dominick was a longtime member of Racebrook Country Club, serving on its Board of Directors and of Alling Memorial Golf Club.
He is the proud father of Paul (Cheri) Golia and Dominick (Gayle) Golia. Brother of Michael Golia. Grandfather of Dominick III, Ana, and Jason Golia.
Entombment was Friday in All Saints Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dominick’s name may be made to Smilow Caancer Hospital, YNHH Office of Development PO BOx 1849 New Haven, CT 06508 – 9979.
