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Dino Michaels

4/5/1945 - 4/19/2025

Dino Michaels obituary, 4/5/1945-4/19/2025, New London, CT

BORN

4/5/1945

DIED

4/19/2025

Dino Michaels Obituary

New London - Dino Michaels, 80, of New London, passed away peacefully in his sleep April 19, 2025. Born April 5, 1945, Dino was the first child of John Michael and Mersina (Kelo) Michael. He is survived by his sister Yvonne Michaels; his brother James Michaels; his nephew Dino Papadopoulos; and his niece Christie Michaels.

Dino graduated from Connecticut College, worked in the local school systems, and is known throughout the community for his love of German Shepherds, local food establishments, and the local beaches; and his ability to tease both family and strangers alike. No matter the topic or person, Dino will be remembered as a gentle giant, a free-spirit.

Private services were held for the family. Donations can be made to the Ct. Humane Society in Dino's memory.

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Published by The Day on Apr. 26, 2025.

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George Blahun

May 11, 2025

Dino was one of the most interesting and likable people I have ever know. I always enjoyed speaking with him where we always enjoyed a laugh or three.

Linda Walker

May 1, 2025

So sorry to learn of Dino's passing. RIP.

gregory Winston

May 1, 2025

Peace be upon you Dino.

KC NAPPI

April 27, 2025

Remembering Dino with a smile and sorrow for his passing. Always fun to be with and so many fond memories. Thanks for the laughs and good times. My sincere condolences to his family...RIP my friend.

KC Nappi CC '73

Robert Sweeney

April 26, 2025

Remember visiting with you and few others in the fall of 1969 or spring 1970 when you had just enrolled at Connecticut College. We had a few laughs & listened to a few Led Zeppelin songs on the turntable .
Rest in eternal peace Dino.

Margo Neistat

April 26, 2025

Dino was ONE of a kind,
absolutely-no doubt.
He made his presence KNOWN, when he was around. "Ocean Beach" Pedestrian Gate, where
I´d see him, most often.
Try to behave, wherever you are-Dino...

Barbara

April 26, 2025

Yvonne
I´m was sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Let the memories of good times comfort you.

Toni Grillo

April 26, 2025

To the family of Dino,
Dino was always a great guy. I knew him for many years. He was always respectful to everyone and always had a kind word for people he knew. Rest in peace, my friend.
Heaven has a new angel.
My sincere condolences.
Toni Grillo

Nancy Gartley

April 26, 2025

Dear Yvonne, saddened to read of your brother's passing. Wishing you peace and light. Nancy

Z Man

April 26, 2025

Dino knew how to make friends with anybody and everybody.
I've known Dino since I was a child and he's taught me a few life lessons along the way. His throw of a football was legendary. Z Man out. RIP

Bernie Nasser

April 26, 2025

To the Michaels Family:
My sympathies on the loss of Dino, an old friend from back in the day. Although I haven't seen him in years, I often wondered where life took him. We did have great times playing the ponies and hanging out!! Rest in peace, my brother.

Gina debona Carter

April 26, 2025

I remember dino and his German shepherd. Neptune beach will miss him cutting lawns. My cat fluffy scared. His German shepherd.

Dave Fairman

April 26, 2025

Rest in Peace

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