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Michael Dimitroff Obituary
Dr. Michael L. Dimitroff, PhD.
April 25, 1943 - Mar. 17, 2021
CROWN POINT, IN - Dr. Michael Dimitroff went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on March 17, 2021 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Michael was born April 25, 1943 in Chicago, IL to Captain Namon Dimitroff (Hammond Police Department) and Telitha Leah Baker Dimitroff.
He attended Hammond, IN public schools and earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Indiana University in 1966, and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Purdue University in 1975. He served as a Professor of Psychology and Counseling at Governor's State University for over 20 years. He also practiced as a renowned board-certified Clinical Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, and Forensic Psychologist for over 40 years in Illinois, Indiana, and Tennessee and contributed immeasurably to the field through published articles and workshops on a multitude of topics. Michael was a Major in the Tennessee State Guard and was also a volunteer Sheriff's Deputy with the Union County Sheriff's Department in Tennessee.
Michael loved the Lord and volunteered on multiple mission trips to spread the Gospel and provide medical care in Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Panama. He also had a profound love of the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman; he instilled the same enthusiasm and passion unto his sons. Michael was a connoisseur of good food. He would never pass up a good prime rib, Italian beef sandwich (especially from Portillo's) or Chinese cuisine. Michael also loved cinema. If you knew him, you would have undoubtedly engaged in conversations composed entirely of movie quotes from his favorite films.
Michael is survived by his children: Namon Dimitroff and his wife, Rebecca, Asher Dimitroff and his wife, Heather and Darcie Kelly; his grandchildren: Liam, Kelly and Caylum Dimitroff; his brother, Dr. Lambro Dimitroff; and his nephew, Thomas Dimitroff. Michael will be forever missed by all – rest in eternal love and peace, Dad.
Visitation will be held on Monday, March 22, 2021 at KISH FUNERAL HOME, 10000 Calumet Ave., Munster, IN from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with an 11:00 a.m. Funeral Service followed by a private burial. Memorials may be made to Heart-to-Heart Hospice in Valparaiso, IN. www.kishfuneralhome.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Dimitroff
6 Entries
Eric Bell
March 30, 2021
He was such a great friend and I shall always feel blessed to have had him in my life. My best wishes to his family.
Dr. Vincent
March 22, 2021
Exceptional colleague -will be missed.
Donation : Red Cross
Malcolm Wade
March 21, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Mike was my best Friend, best man at my wedding.
Marcia Frisk-Ulan
March 21, 2021
Dear Dimitroff Family, May I extend to you my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Beloved Michael. His Parents, Namon &
Telitha rented an apartment on 8 Waltham
Avenue in Hammond from my Parents,
Carl & Rose Frisk. They were a great
tenants. Michael and his parents are together once again up in Heaven with Our Lord. May He rest in eternal peace and let
perpetual light shine upon Him.
With Sincere Sympathy, Marcia Frisk-Ulan
Dori (Santare) Doolin
March 21, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Dimitroff family. May his memory be eternal.
Ro Veccio
March 21, 2021
Michael was one of the best at Governors State University! He was vibrant, interestering, and knowledgable, taught me everything important to know. His laugh was undeniable, and his zeal for life was refreshing. He was a man of many sides, never to be forgotten. My love and admiration for him is endless, and he will be missed for all time! This life is somehow not the same without him!
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