In Memory Of Michael (Mike) Nimitsil

26th April 1970 – 6th December 2009

This memorial website was created in the memory of Michael (Mike) Nimitsil, born in Chiang Mai, Thailand on the 26th April 1970 and passed away on the 6th December 2009, 39 years of age.

Biography

Full Name: Michael (Mike) Nimitsil

Born: 26th April 1970

Passed Away: 6th December 2009

Age: 39 years of age

Location: Los Angeles, California

Country: The United States

Father: Sanit Nimitsil

Mother: Ann Nimitsil

Birth Place: Chiang Mai, Thailand

Siblings: Christy C. Nimitsilpa

Occupation: Cinematographer/ Photographer

This memorial was created by Christy on 12 Jan 2010(update)

Survived By: His parents, sister, family, and friends.

Michael Nimitsil was born Krish Nimitsilpa on the 26th of April 1970. In Chiang Mai, Thailand, to Ann Y. and Sanit Nimitsil.

Michael's journey began when he moved to the United States in January 1979. He was raised in Monterey Park, California.

Throughout his whole life he was fascinated with the world. In his later years he developed a love for the outdoors and mountain climbing. Michael moved to Argentina in 2007, to train for future mountain climbing adventures.

Determined to become the first Thai American to make it to the top of Mount Aconcagua in Argentina. Michael left on a solo expedition, made it to the top, lost his life after his third attempt on his way down. He was the first casualty of the season, of the Colossus of the Americas.

Michael was a Renaissance man. Kind-natured, lived, and loved every waking hour of life. He was not an ordinary person that did ordinary things. Michael was rather extraordinary. Anybody that has crossed paths with him would say the same.

We are very proud of him, and he is a family member that will be greatly missed.

Condolence Guest Book

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21 May 2010 – Brenda Lowry-Deal from Los Angeles

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I miss you my friend. But I thank GOD for sharing this life with you. I could not grasp the thought that you are gone from this earth but you will live on in my heart forever.

26 Apr 2010 – Gustavo from Los angeles

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I meet Mike at the art Institute. He was a guy full with energy and always love to go for adventures. He was my mentor and a great friend. thanks to him i learn a lot about photography. I still use his camera that he sold me 3 years ago. I will treasure that camera in memory of mike. RIP my good friend you will be miss :(

25 Apr 2010 – Hrachia from Los Angeles

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My condolences go out to Michael's friends and family. I met him at the Art Institute of California - Los Angeles. He was always so energetic, so full of life, so upbeat. A all around great individual. May he rest in peace.

25 Apr 2010 – Gus Amador from Los Angeles

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I remember him talking to me about climbing this mountain...i told him to go for it and that it would be an amazing experience. I was so happy for him because he was so excited about it. It never even crossed my mind that he wouldnt make it back :(. Mike was a beautiful person its really really sad that hes gone. He lived his life fully, and thats more than most people who lived their entire lives can say. Im sad that he's gone. Idk why but just now i thought of this and it reminded me of mik...ť read more

25 Feb 2010 – Jackie Taylor from West Hollywood

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I met Mike back in 1996-1997. He was always very kind to me and helped me through a few things. I haven't seen him since we lost touch in about 1999. I have missed him through the years and knowing he is in a better place makes it a little easier. My condolences to all who knew and loved him.

14 Feb 2010 – Marchesini Greg from Punaauia Tahiti

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man what a bad news mike was a very good friend we use to have fun in LA in 1996 he use to be very generous and kind to evry body

5 Feb 2010 – Neville Johnson from Los angeles CA

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To my teacher and true brother that taught me to stay out of trouble and technical skills he taught me, and for teaching me to overcome fear and to reach for my dream's.I miss you but we will see each other again to the achiever, challenger, and my soul hearted brother Michael Nimitsil R.I.P Your brother Neville Johnson

5 Feb 2010 – Roque from Mendoza Argentina

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My condolences to their parents and loved ones. I need to contact me with parents or friends to weekends proceeding with the inquiry into his death in Cerro Aconcagua. I am certain that the relief Group learned about this situation not acted correctly and lied in police actions. There is a case that is still open in Mendoza justice that is CAMPANINI, please contact me thanks, I hope its response to enloaltodelabismo@yahoo.com.ar

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The following flowers have been placed by visitors to the online memorial of Michael Nimitsil. We invite you to leave your own flower at this memorial by entering clicking 'leave my own flower' above.

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26 Apr 2012 mariel placed this flower & wrote: on ur birthday	5 Dec 2011 mariel placed this flower	5 Dec 2011 Christy placed this flower

19 Jul 2010 Cirtis & Brenda placed this flower & wrote: Never Forgotten	16 Jul 2010 Maira Grove placed this flower & wrote: Recentley was introduced to Michael on a sidewalk in Pasadena , CA by an artist.	26 Jan 2010 Pee Lex & Papa Vee placed this flower & wrote: Wonder at times why Geng was chosen to leave so soon! God must have missed him & wanted him home.

22 Jan 2010 Patrick Gleason placed this flower & wrote: Godspeed, young Michael. I'm glad to have the honor of being your friend.	22 Jan 2010 Carlos placed this flower & wrote: In memory of Michael	22 Jan 2010 Pakin Maneekul placed this flower & wrote: RIP krub

21 Jan 2010 Marc and Ellen Brinas placed this flower & wrote: We are deeply saddened by this news... Our deepest sympathy to Sanit, Ann and Christy. God bless.	17 Jan 2010 carrie placed this flower & wrote: i will never forget the dinner we had the night before you left for your climb	17 Jan 2010 karina placed this flower & wrote: te recordaremos siempre mike que en paz descanses

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Mariel lit this candle on 26 Apr 2012	Mariel lit this candle on 26 Apr 2012	mariel lit this candle on 5 Dec 2011

Christy lit this candle on 5 Dec 2011	Mariel lit this candle on 28 Apr 2011	Christy Nimitsilpa lit this candle on 7 Dec 2010

Daisy lit this candle on 30 Sep 2010	Shelly Measures lit this candle on 14 Jun 2010	Brenda Lowry-Deal lit this candle on 25 May 2010

Gustavo Lozano lit this candle on 26 Apr 2010	Greg Marchesini lit this candle on 15 Feb 2010	sheley lit this candle on 4 Feb 2010

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Family & Friends

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Gustavo Friend	Jackie Friend	Marchesini Friend

Patrick Friend	Marc and Ellen Family Friend	karina Friend

michelle Internet Friend	Pablo Friend	Christy Sister

Ann Mother	Sanit Father	Surachart&Nattinee Cousin