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John Mitchell - Class of 1959

Delete this post Submitted by Pauline Rute Hall 1952 <Grammypgh@aol.com> on 17/May/2018
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      John Peter "Mitch" Mitchell Sr. of New Windsor entered into rest Thursday, May 17, 2018. He was 76. Son of the late Thomas and Alida (Cunningham) Mitchell, he was born June 17, 1941. John was a graduate of NFA Class of 1959 and completed Technical School through IBM achieving the position of Senior Electrical Mechanical Technician for 38 years. In Gods Word, Jesus said in John 14:6, "I am the Way, and the Truth and the Life, no one comes to the Father except through me." John lived his life believing in Jesus and submitting to his way in every decision he made regardless of the circumstances around him. The fruit of his faith was expressed in the love and devotion for his wife "Rosie", his children and grandchildren. John had an infectious aura about him that brought joy to everyone he met which will always be a testament of his life. John was predeceased by his loving wife, Rose M. Mitchell "Rosie", he is survived by his children, Colleen Bailey of New Windsor, John P. Mitchell Jr. and wife Kim of Hamden, CT, and Chris Mitchell and wife Nicole of Montgomery; his grandchildren, Tyler, Justin, Haley, Michael and Andrew Mitchell. Visitation will be held from 2-5 pm on Sunday, May 20 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. In celebration of John's life, a Christian Memorial Service will take place at 11 am on Monday, May 21 at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 5468 Route 9W, Newburgh, NY (section 30). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Precious Paws, Inc., P.O. Box 454, Vails Gate, NY 12584 or Church at the Bridge, www.CTBNY.com


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