Dominador Tamayo Alabanza

In loving memory of Dominador Tamayo Alabanza, known by everyone as Doming, who passed away peacefully on October 28, 2026, surrounded by the warmth and love of his family. Born on September 15, 1939, in the vibrant city of Baguio, Philippines, Doming was the cherished son of Julio and Maria Mercedes Alabanza.

Throughout his 87 years, Doming touched the lives of all who knew him with his remarkable humor, patience, kindness, and generosity. Doming pursued his education at Baguio University, where he majored in Economics and nurtured a love for learning and an inquisitive spirit.

It was in the Philippines that he met the love of his life, Alicia Cabungan. Their union on May 17, 1972, marked the beginning of a devoted marriage that spanned 54 beautiful years. Together, they raised three children, instilling in them the values of love, respect, and compassion.

A man of many interests, Doming found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had a unique hobby of predicting lottery numbers, affectionately known as "kalag" in Ilocano, where he meticulously recorded numbers on a grid, blending it with his love for math and believed that that was what kept his brain young and sharp. He enjoyed watching a Vietnamese reality show on Youtube with his wife as well as watching every football, baseball and basketball game he could. He was, after all, a big fan of the A's, SF Giants, SF 49ers and the GS Warriors. Yet, it was his welcoming nature that truly endeared him to others. Doming's home was a haven of warmth and hospitality, where all were welcomed and cared for with open arms.

Doming is lovingly remembered by his wife, Alicia C. Alabanza; his daughter, Analyn Alabanza, SIL, Raymond Lara, son, Jo-Leo Alabanza and DIL, Rica Alabanza; and his granddaughters, Sophia Lara and Hailey Alabanza. He is also survived by his sister, Adelina, and brothers, Virgilio and Ruben Alabanza.

He joins in eternal peace his parents, Julio and Maria Mercedes, his son Rondrey, and beloved brothers, Ceasar and Johnny who predeceased him.

A service to celebrate Doming's life will be held at a future date.

The Alabanza family extends their heartfelt gratitude to all who cared for Doming during his later years. They especially wish to thank their Uncle Vir for driving him to Sam's Club, Costco, the Dollar Store, his doctor's appointments and more importantly to his dialysis three times a week before he became a member of PACE.  They also wish to thank the dedicated caregivers from Cross Country, CEI for providing transportation to his dialysis and doctor's appointments, Dr. Roque for his attentive visits, and the compassionate nurses and doctors at John Muir Concord, Walnut Creek, Diablo Valley Post Acute, and Stonebrook Post Acute.

Doming's legacy of love, laughter, and kindness will forever be etched in the hearts of his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace, and may his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.