Photo courtesy of Howe-Peterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Dearborn
Dearborn, Michigan
1931 - 2017
Dr. John V. Dimanin left this world on February 18, 2017 after a lengthy battle with kidney and heart disease.
Dr. Dimanin was born in Kraniona, Greece to Macedonian immigrant parents on January 12, 1931. He became a naturalized United States citizen and graduated Cass Tech High School and Wayne State University where he majored in biology. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1951 and was commissioned as a First Lieutenant stationed at Ft. Benning, Georgia. He then entered the US Army Reserve where he later became a Lt. Colonel in the Medical Section.
He entered Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and graduated in 1960. John served his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the former Art Centre Osteopathic Hospital in Detroit. Dr. Dimanin then became interested in diagnostic nuclear medicine and obtained certification in Nuclear Medicine with the United States Government at Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Dr. Dimanin began his private practice career as an internist in Dearborn, Michigan. His medical practice, Dimanin Medical Clinic, P.C. was located on Michigan Avenue in Dearborn. He also worked in occupational medicine with the Ford Motor Company and Fiat Chrysler and as a part-time physician at the Wayne County Jail.
He served his many patients and practiced internal and nuclear medicine until shortly before his death.
Dr. Dimanin was a member of the Detroit Yacht Club for many years and enjoyed traveling, fine dining and sailing. In 1976, his sailing acumen led him to earning the Pickle Award for last place in the Bayview Yacht Club Port Huron to Mackinac race.
Dr. Dimanin is survived by his wife of 64 years, Sophia; son Richard (Lisa Giesecke), and daughter Sandra Itsell (John). His grandchildren- Tsana Dimanin; Patrick Dimanin, Jillian Coury (Mark), Anna Werling (Marshall) and Valerie Itsell as well as three granddogs, Duncan, Janet and Kona. He also leaves a sister, Helen, brother Van, numerous relatives and close friends. He was predeceased by his granddaughter Vivianne Itsell.
Visitation will take place on Tuesday, February 21st, from 2 pm until 8 pm. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 22nd at 11:00 am (instate at 10:30 am) at St. Clement Orthodox Church of Dearborn, 19600 Ford Rd.
Donations can be made in John’s honor to St. Clement Orthodox Church of Dearborn, St. Barbara’s Church of Dearborn, or the Michigan Humane Society.
Dr D. I can't believe it is 7 years I know Sophie is with you and I hope she is keeping you in line. I can hear her now. "John you can't say that" rest well my friend. You will never be forgotten.
Lynnette Cowans
February 14, 2024 | Fraser, MI | Friend
Dr D. Still missing you. The smile charm and that sarcastic wit. It was a pleasure working with you and gleaning from your knowledge. Rest well my friend.
Lynnette Cowans
February 14, 2023 | Friend
Another year has come my friend. So many things have changed in this world. I still miss you. That sassy tongue you knew how to put people in their place, but was also a gentle spirit with the softness of a teddy bear. You helped so many people during your lifetime. God bless you John Dimanin. You will forever remain in my heart.
Lynn Cowans
February 13, 2021 | Fraser, MI
Dr. D. Coming up on 3 years since your transition. Strange, I was just thinking of you and the medical conferences we used to attend. I think you went primarily for the food. (LOL). I will forever remember you. RIP my friend.
Lynnette Carr-Cowans
February 13, 2020 | Detroit, MI | Friend
Dr. D. This is the second anniversary of your passing. I will never forget you, and will treasure the times we worked together at both Kirwood and Chrysler. You were a compassionate and loving person. I loved to debate with you. RIP my friend
Lynnette Cowans
February 13, 2019 | Fraser, MI | Friend
Dr Dimanin was a true teacher. His wisdom enabled me to have a good career in Nuclear Medicine. I will never forget him. He was by far my favorite employer of my entire career.
Colleen Horvat
October 04, 2018 | Lake Orion, MI
Condolences and God's Blessings to all family.
Dr. John was very kind and helpful to me when I was a lowly extern at Art Center Hospital.
A true gentleman and teacher.....probably 1962.
Henry Ruehle DO.
March 13, 2017 | Houston, TX
We just found out about John's passing, and are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We will miss him.
Margaret Pastir
Doug Woodcock
February 22, 2017
We just got word about your father's death, and we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Love, Eileen and Gary
Eileen MacDonald
February 22, 2017 | Huntington Woods, MI