Dominique Jolivette Gentry

December 5, 1956 - January 11, 2018

Dominque Jolivette-Gentry December 5, 1956 - January 11, 2018 Mrs. Dominique Jolivette-Gentry, of Nashville TN, passed away with her family and friends by her side on January 11, 2018 at the age of 61. Dominique was born in Houston, TX on December 5, 1956 to parents, Willie (adopted father) and Alma Jean Carrieré. After relocating to Nashville, TN, Dominique began her successful career as an entrepreneur in the haute couture fashion industry. Individuals, who knew her, would attest to her tenacious and resilient spirit. She was passionate about entrepreneurship within the minority community as well as raising awareness about domestic violence. She is survived by her children Miquelont (Jay) Hodge, Fabien (Lee) Jolivette, Alfonso (Ashley) Zavala, and Salvador Zavala; siblings, Andrei and Francois Carrieré; grandchildren, Juelz Zavala, Bella Jolivette, Adelina Jolivette, John-Joseph Hodge, Kamron Zavala, Gabriella Zavala, Isaiah Zavala, and Aiden Zavala; and a host of nieces nephews, and friends. Dominique is preceded in death by her husband, Gary Gentry; mother, Alma Jean Carrieré; father, Andrew Thibodeaux; brother, Ervin Thibodeaux. A memorial celebration is scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Rural Hill Church of Christ, 564 Bell Rd., Antioch, TN 37013. Visitation with the family 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Memorial Service 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. with a repass to follow. Minister Dan Dozier and Dr. Dennis Michael Crowder will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dominique’s life. Condolences can be offered on: http://www.phillipsrobinson.com/obituary/ Flowers and mementos are welcomed. The family encourages delivery of gifts be arranged via Rebel Hill Florist: https://www.rebelhillflorist.com/ , please call 615-833-8555 to order under the Jolivette-Gentry account. Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated.