Dominique-Lavar Scrivens was born on November 7,1964 in Buffalo, New York to Helen P Young and the late Irving B. Scrivens. Dominique passed after a brief illness on Saturday July 6, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. surrounded by family and close friends. Dominique accepted Christ at an early age where she attended Revelation Baptist Church until she was sixteen and then joined the family of Faith Missionary Baptist Church. Dominique attended Buffalo Performing Arts and majored in telecommunications, where she graduated with honors. After completing high school in 1982, she ventured and joined job
corps where she mastered a trade in Administration. She then joined the United States Navy, which gave her the opportunity
to travel many places, but she chose Virginia as her home. She retired after 20 years with an honorable discharge as an E6 Petty Officer 1st class. After retiring she worked as an Administrative Secretary at Oceaneering and the Naval Shipyards in Portsmouth where she was presently employed, she also attended Tidewater Community College where she received an Associate Degree in Administrative Support Technology. Dominique had a special effect on everyone she encountered. She had an uncaring and free spirit that will be remembered by everyone she encountered. Dominique loved music, dancing and shopping a she was definitely a “Diva” and made her own fashion statement. Dominique was a diehard PITTSBURGH STEELERS FAN. She never missed watching them play.
Dominique is survived by her only child; Alexis Dominique Scrivens whom she loved dearly and always addressed as her
“QUEEN”. Dominique was preceded in death by her father, Irving B. Scrivens; her brothers Gregory, Irving Jr., Fortey Scrivens; and sister Deborah Scrivens. Dominique is survived by her mom, Helen P. Scrivens, of Buffalo, New York; her brothers, Maurice Young and Raynard Scrivens (Pam); her sisters, Regina Young and Mattie Scrivens Cheek (Milton), all of Buffalo, New York, Denise Scrivens of Pittsburgh, Pa, and sisters Sandra Scrivens and Linda Russ of Warren, Ohio.
Dominique is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews.
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Regenia Simmons says
July 10, 2019 at 3:49 pmDominique will be missed dearly. Praying for Peace, Guidance and Strength for the family. Know that God will continue to carry you during this trying time. My heartfelt condolences to the family.
Aleethia Jackson says
July 11, 2019 at 11:32 amI thank God for the blessing to have served with you twice! In Norfolk and San Diego,
The USS Puget Sound AD-38 and the USS McKee AS41. We had the best of times! I remember when my daughter was little she would always say; “I want to be tall like auntie Dominique”, well she grew to be 6″ feet tall… lol
I love you Sis and I’m thankful your at peace.❤❤❤To your family, I want to say thank you for sharing Dominique with us!
Rest easy Shipmate, we have the watch!
Aleethia L. Jackson CS1(Retired)
Anita Gosha says
July 11, 2019 at 10:17 amPlease accept my deepest sympathies. In this time of grief, you are in my thoughts and in my prayers. Rest in Peace shipmate.
Valerie (Ervin) Martin says
July 11, 2019 at 11:17 amMy sincerest condolences to the family. RIH Shipmate
Janice Je Je Appleto says
July 12, 2019 at 8:49 pmMy deepest condolences to the family..Dominique wasone of a kind .May God comfort family and live onesin this trying time..
Anessia Calloway Brockington says
July 11, 2019 at 12:37 pmMy deepest condolences to the family. Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.
Bene' Robinson says
July 15, 2019 at 8:46 pmWill surely miss you!!
Marilyn Kennard says
July 11, 2019 at 3:46 pmSending my prayers and condolences your family! May God comfort and guide you all during this difficult time! RIH Shipmate! ??????
Ebony Stokes says
July 15, 2019 at 9:55 amMy heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Dominique’s daughter and family during this difficult time. I saw her about a month ago and we laughed and talked. I had no idea that moment would be my last time ever seeing her again. She will be truly be missed!
Joyce Rhodes says
January 31, 2020 at 12:18 pmTo the family, I’m so sorry for your Loss. Dominique was a dear friend of mine, my Shipmate. Dominique I’m sorry I couldn’t keep in touch. You were my first friend on the Yellowstone. We had lots of fun partying at Langley AF, etc.. I learned that you don’t have to see or talk to someone for them to remain in your heart. Even though I missed you before you passed, it hurts because I feel no closure but I know your heart was good and you understood. I pray that everyone keep in touch and hug your loved ones as much as possible. I know you Dominique is going to rest in peace, I don’t have to tell you that. Hooyah! Angel
Michele Greene says
July 15, 2019 at 1:00 pmMy deepest sympathies for the family. RIP My Friend.
Anthony Flowers says
December 18, 2020 at 2:17 pmDominique you were truly one of a kind! You taught me so much in the short time we had together. I cherish every memory and thank God for introducing you to me! RIP.
Gina Vass says
July 16, 2023 at 4:22 pmMy little sister from Timon St, you and your family, ALWAYS in my heart.
Rest Easy Q
Love you
Regina Devers Vass
TERRENCE S KNIGHT says
February 7, 2024 at 9:36 amMy friend! I’m just learning of your passing as I looked you up and learned you passed on in 2019. We reconnected in 2014 after not hearing from each other since I flew out of Buffalo, NY for Basic/AIT at Ft Sill, OK. I stopped over to visit you and met your family. Yall lived in an apartment complex. This was in Feb1986. You told them that you would probably join the military and eventually did. We first met in Job Corps, Delaware Valley JCC, Callicoon, NY. We talked all of the time during those days as I was from Rochester and you were from Buffalo. I’m 6’3″ and you were as well, so, we looked good together. We both knew back then that we didn’t belong there. We were both too advanced and well-read. I left and you stayed for a few more months. Again, we reconnected in 2014 as I was caring for my dying Dad and you comforted and encouraged me during those times. You invited me to visit you and I never got that time. You informed me that your brother passed away and that was tough for you. We had one last conversation over the phone in 2016. I made attempts to contact you in 2021 you passed on in 2019 and I didn’t know it. Well, my friend, I’m beyond saddened. I have cried and cried since knowing this reality. We loved each other and I will always love you, Dom. I will find your mansion and come visit you once I’m gone.
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