Domingo "Dominick" Sanchez-Colon, 60, of Highlands, NC, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2012.

Born in Utuado, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Juana Rodriguez and the late Marcello Sanchez. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Sanchez-Colon who died in 2004. Dominick was a member of the St. Francis Catholic Church where he enjoyed playing the guitar with the choir. He was a talented chef working over 30 years at Nick's Restaurant in Highlands. He was an active member of the community, who enjoyed giving to others using his culinary talents. Dominick was known to always have a smile on his face and a loving caring heart. He positively impacted the life of many people in the community.

He is survived by three children, Vas Sanchez-Colon of Atlanta, GA, Alex Sanchez-Colon and wife Lauren of Orlando, FL and Angela Sanchez-Colon of Highlands and one brother, David Sanchez-Colon and wife Rosa.

Memorial Mass will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, March 19, at St. Francis Catholic Church. Father Tien Duong will officiate.

Memorial donations can be made to Macon Funeral Home, PO Box 1175, Franklin, NC 28744.

Macon Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Online condolences can be made at maconfuneralhome.com