Dominique Lamar Buckhalter passed away on April 6, 2026, at his residence. Born on January 2, 1991, in Columbus, Mississippi, to James Buckhalter and Phyllis Hopkins, Dominique's life touched the hearts of many, and his memory will forever be cherished.

Dominique was a proud graduate and standout football player of Columbus High School, Class of 2010. He furthered his journey by attending college and dedicating himself to the workforce. He was a hard worker and a consummate handyman who never met a job that he could not perform. The job of which he was most proud of was taking care of his grandmother or “girl” as he called her with a sheepish smile.

Dominque was affectionately called “Nique” by his family. He is preceded in death by his beloved grandparents, James and Sallie Mae Buckhalter and Rachel and Benny Hopkins, Sr. whose love and guidance shaped the person he became.

Dominique is survived by his father James Buckhalter, (stepmother) Mary Ann Alcaraz-Buckhalter of El Paso, TX, his mother Phyllis Hopkin of Columbus, MS along with one brother, Christopher Hopkins of Charlotte, NC, and one sister, Annysha Alcaraz-Buckhalter of El Paso, TX, and a host of Aunts, Uncles, other relatives and friends who will miss his infectious smile.