Dr. Dominic Joseph Sette-Ducati, M.D.
August 29, 1931 ~ March 29, 2019
Falmouth - Dr. Dominic Joseph Sette-Ducati, M.D., age 87, passed away peacefully at Maine Medical Center on March 29, 2019. Dominic was born on August 29, 1931 in New York City. He was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Setteducati.
Dominic, or Dr. Dom as he was fondly referred to, grew up in the Bronx. After graduating from Cardinal Hayes High School in 1948, he graduated from NYU in 1952. Dominic then enlisted in the Air Force until he decided to pursue a career in medicine. He attended the University of Rome, Italy Medical school, graduating in 1963. Dr. Dom completed a neurology residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in New York City. There, he met his wife Rhea McBurney. He settled in Albany, New York where he established his neurology practice and raised his family. He was Medical Director of The Cerebal Palsy Center and on staff at St. Peter's Hospital and Albany Medical Center. He had a busy private practice for thirty years. He retired to Falmouth, Maine in 2007.
When he wasn't treating patients, he loved traveling with the exception of leaving his favorite dog Giancarlo. One of his prime destinations was Cape Cod. He would spend countless hours shell fishing, relaxing at the beach or strolling the shoreline to find sea glass to add to his collection. Dominic also enjoyed playing with his grandchildren at the beach.
He is survived by companion Carol Sciacca, his sisters Amelia Richman of Portland OR and Antionette Amirante of Raleigh NC, sons Stephen, David, wife Amy, and Timothy, wife Susan, and grandsons, Owen, Jack, Tibor, Alex and Braeden.
Visiting hours celebrating Dr. Dom's life will be held on Thursday, April 4 from 4-7PM at the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 5 at 10AM at Holy Martyrs Church, 266 Foreside Road, Falmouth. To view Dr. Dom's memorial page or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com.
Memorial contributions may be made in Dominic's memory to Northern Light Home Care & Hospice , PO Box 931, Bangor, ME 04402
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I was one of his patients ,I was a year and a half when I first had him as my Doctor. I remember my mom taking me to see him for my yearly checkups . I’m now in my 50s and not having any seizures now . I’m so sorry for your loss and you have my deepest sympathy. RIP DR.SETTE DUCATI.
– Sharon Vanveghten
Condolences to Carol, Tim, Dave, Stephen and all members of the Family. Our 1st encounter with Dominic was during Thanksgiving at Amy & David’s home. He had an infectious smile, great hair and always wanted to have his hands in the pie. He had his own “cook book”! Dinner was always amazing however Dominic always complained of the food being cold and the turkey. Everyone else thought the turkey was “fab”. Amy took it in stride after slaving over a hot stove because she knew, it was just Dominic. I remember Dominic always wanting to be with family during holidays. He especially loved being with his grand children. Dominic will be missed especially for those thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Fondly thinking of his wonderful “boys” , daughter-in-laws, grand children, family and friends. Blessings. Steve and Arlene Rivers
– Arlene Rivers
The good doctor cured me of migraine headaches 40+ years ago. On behalf of my father and all of my family my condolences to you all.
– Harry M. Judge, Jr.