Dr. Anthony Lewis Dimick, 64, of Emmaus, died May 17, 2024. Born in Oak Park, Ill., he was the son of Elsa Schimberg Dimick and the late Dr. Dean F. Dimick. He was an excellent and beloved pediatrician who practiced for 34 years, 19 in the Lehigh Valley from 1997 to 2016.

He received multiple Patient Top Choice Awards and his patients (and their parents) spoke about his caring attitude, attentive listening and going the extra mile for them. He served on the board of Dream Come True for many years, helping raise funds for chronically ill children so they could realize their dream adventures or get college scholarships.

He graduated from the University of Colorado Medical School, Denver in 1989. He fulfilled his residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University from 1989-1992 and interned at the Children’s Memorial Medical Hospital, Chicago.

Tony, as he was known to all who loved him, became a woodworking craftsman after retiring. When someone admired one of his well-crafted bowls, charcuterie boards or boxes, he would immediately give it to them, often pointing out the flaws that only he could see. He was an active member of his neighborhood community, serving on committees and when encountering fellow residents on the street he greeted them with warmth and interest.

He was a talented cook, expressing his love to friends and family through making savory feasts and pouring excellent wines. In his last year of life, he traveled to Europe for two extended trips, sailing from Norway to Barcelona and returning for the Christmas season to the south of Italy.

He was very kind, generous, humble and a great listener. He had a quick wit, with a special flare for jokes that his young patients found hilarious.

He is survived by his mother, Elsa Schimberg Dimick; siblings, Joshua (Kimberly), Timothy (Vivian), Brigham (Erin Vigneau), Rachel Allen (Patrick); many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by a sister, Samantha.

Contributions may be made to Dream Come True at: https://dreamcometrue.org/ways-to-give/.

An open call for the community, friends and family to join in remembering Tony will take place 3-5 p.m. June 5 at the Stephens Funeral Home, 274 N. Krocks Road, Allentown. A time of sharing his “Life Story” will begin 5 p.m.