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Anthony Umolu Obituary
Dr. Anthony Umolu was born March 23, 1949, in Abosa, Nigeria.
Prior to Dr. Umolu's arrival in the United States, he survived a brutal Civil War in Nigeria in which he fought valiantly for freedom on behalf of his oppressed people. He endured emotional tragedies of many lost lives and the physical pain and suffering due to multiple shrapnel wounds.
Prior to coming to the United States, he spent some time in London, England. In the United States he attended Ohio Dominican University in Columbus for his undergraduate studies. He obtained his medical degree from Albany Medical College in New York and did his residency in family medicine in Michigan before coming and starting his family medicine practice in Michigan City, Indiana, in 1980. Dr. Umolu practiced family medicine at Franklin Clinic for more than 25 years and emergency medicine at Saint Anthony's Hospital. He retired from practice in 2015.
Dr. Umolu had an extraordinary zest for life, lived in the moment and warmed the hearts of the people who came in contact with him with his infectious smile and laughter. He cared deeply for the wellbeing of his patients and was a passionate advocate for them.
A celebration of life will take place on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at 6 p.m. at Coleman and Hicks Chapel 101 S. Karwick Rd., Michigan City, Indiana, 46360.
His loss is mourned by his friends, family, patients and the community.
He is survived by his sisters, Ifeoma Umolu Umerah, Eucharia Onwuzulike, Veronica Eneanya and Mary Amaechi; and 10 nephews and seven nieces, all from Obosi in Anambra State, Nigeria.
He is also survived by his former wife, Charlesetta, and her daughter, Sandy, of Atlanta, Georgia.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmanuel and Agnes Omolu; two brothers; one uncle; one aunt; and three cousins.
"Tony" will be missed by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Unity Foundation's African-American Empowerment Fund, which is dedicated to promote entrepreneurship.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Ann Marie Rood
July 19, 2021
Doctor Umolu and I met years ago and had one thing in common -I’m from Albany New York where he did his residency at Albany medical college. We became fast friends-I had not heard from him -I had a feeling something was terribly wrong and I just now saw his obituary- I’m deeply saddened. He loved a song I sent him years back-auld Lang syne by Mairi Campbell. I can’t believe I missed his final goodbye -I hope I can get his final resting place info so I may visit and bring flowers. Tony was kind and generous and always laughed. He had a great laugh. Ann Rood
Christine Gertner
July 8, 2021
When my daughter was little, a dog bit her on the lip. Dr. Umolu stitched her up. He did a beautiful job, no further plastic surgery necessary. We felt traumatized, but I distinctly remembered that Dr. Umolu was confident, kind, reassuring, and made us feel like everything would be OK. Thank you Dr. Umolu! We are forever grateful, and will remember you.
Liesa Howell
July 7, 2021
He was a great doctor to me and my family. Always listen to his patients and was very caring. What ever illness I had he’ll make sure that I was cured. I had great respect for him not only as a doctor but as an man, whom he loved helping people. Dr Umolu I’ll never forget how you displayed comfoto me when I loss my father. God has gain another RIH ❤
Jacqueline Orszulak
July 7, 2021
Sad to hear of dr umolus passing. He was my Dr years ago and also for my two sons. He was not only kind and caring but extremely intelligent. My background was an RN in a hospital setting. He was very good at diagnosing most diseases and illnesses.
He had an infectious laugh.
Godspeed Dr.
T. D.
July 7, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief, and find comfort from knowing that God draws close to the broken-hearted.
Sally mcCrindle
July 7, 2021
A competent and caring doctor who was always fair and giving to nurses. He did put a smile on your face with his lovely smile.
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Celebration of Life
6:00 p.m.
Coleman & Hicks Funeral Home and Crematory - Michigan City101 S. Karwick Rd. P.O. Box 171, Michigan City, IN 46360
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