Larry Mitoff's Obituary
Larry Mitoff, 74, passed away at New Life Hospice on the evening of Monday, January 1, 2024 after a courageous five year battle with cancer. Larry was born in Lorain to Shirley Mitoff (Goohs) and the late George Mitoff. He graduated from Admiral King High School and Baldwin Wallace College and spent his career as an accountant, working at TRW, KeyBank, and the City of Lorain. Larry served his country as a member of the National Guard.
Larry is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Debbie Mitoff (Kalinowski); his son, Dan Mitoff (Alisha); daughter, Lindsey Allison (Steve); and son, Mike Mitoff (Genny); plus three grandchildren, Kennedy Mitoff, Carter Mitoff, and Zoey Mitoff. He loved his family so much. Larry is also survived by his mother, Shirley Mitoff and sisters, Nancy DeSantis and Vicky Elwell (Tom).
He was preceded in death by his father, George Mitoff; and his brother-in-law, Bob DeSantis.
Larry loved sports, especially college football. He was an avid Ohio State fan and also enjoyed the Ohio State Marching Band. Larry loved watching the Cleveland Browns and was hoping to see them win a Super Bowl in his lifetime. He also enjoyed golfing with friends and family and watching PGA Tour events on TV, particularly The Masters. He spent many years on the bowling teams at the Saxon Club and Rebman Recreation. Larry was also a member of the Elks Club in Lorain. He loved visiting with his friends as they were like family to him and playing cards with his card group. They always had lots of laughs.
He enjoyed every birthday party, sporting event, vacation, and other activities involving his children and grandchildren. He was so proud of Dan, Lindsey, and Mike. Larry also loved Christmas and would put up a beautiful Christmas Village under the tree every year.
The family will receive friends Thursday, January 4, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Dovin & Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Road, Amherst. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Friday, January 5, 2024 at 12 Noon in St. Peter's Church, 3655 Oberlin Ave., Lorain. The Reverend Father Craig Hovanec, Pastor, will officiate. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lorain.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made in memory of Larry to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.dovinreberjones.com
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