"GRANDPA, I miss you so so so much. When you passed away my life was changed instantly, you were the best grandpa anyone could ask for! you were always there! Like when my parents messed up the the dates that they needed to pick me up from school and so i called you up and you said you will be on your way, the whole ride to hobos we laughed and laughed till we couldn't breathe.I miss you so much can't wait to see you again!"
In loving memory of
Donald C. Mitchell
June 14, 1943 - September 6, 2013
Donald Mitchell, of Random Lake, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 6, 2013 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls. He was 70 years old. Donald was born in Clark County on June 14, 1943, son of Daniel Mitchell and Joyce Gilman Mitchell. He attended school in the Random Lake area, graduating from Random Lake High School in 1962. On February 8, 1964 he married Karen Schneider at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Random Lake. Donald worked as a setup man for West Bend Co., Bolens Manufacturing and Kapco Corp. until he became ill. He also enjoyed hog and dairy farming for over 20 years. Donald was a member of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish in Random Lake. He enjoyed fishing on the Mississippi River with the occasional casino stops. Donald was an early riser, enjoying a cup of coffee and conversation at the local restaurants. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, supporting them in everything they did. He will hold a special place in all their hearts. Donald is survived by his best friend Karen Mitchell of Adell, five children: Howard (Janice) Mitchell of Adell, Pamela (Rodney) Ravanelli of Mequon, Joanne (Roger) Lange of Campbellsport, Karla (Paul) Putnam of Marathon and Ellie (Tim) Gruman of Fredonia. He is further survived by 18 grandkids: Jared, Bryan and Sarah Mitchell, Jordan, Taylor and Lawson Jandre, Hannah, Parker and Brady Lange, Lauren, Mitchell, Mason, Lena, Lindsay and Max Putnam and Sydney, Ashley and Lexi Gruman, one great-grandchild Sean Jandre, one brother Konrad (Cathy) Mitchell of Shawano, three sisters; Maureen (Robert) DeYoung of Fond du Lac, Sharon (Marvin) Frasier of Adell and Roxanne (John) Boogren of Shawano, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his step-mother Nora Mitchell. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 11th, 6 PM at Divine Savior Parish - Holy Cross Chapel, 5330 Highway B, Belgium. Father Todd Budde will be presiding. Visitation will take place at the CHURCH Wednesday, September 11th from 3-6 PM. He will be inurned at St. Mary's Parish Cemetery, Random Lake. The Eernisse Funeral Home, Port Washington is honored to serve the family. Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com
Tributes
"My deepest sympathies and prayers to the Mitchell Family. Don was an amazing man whose smile was contagious. He made an impression on whom he meet. He will be missed."
"Our sympathy to Don's family, sorry we were out of town for the funeral. Had many good times in high school (football) and as a new neighbor in the last months. "
"My husband Darin and I were so sorry to hear about Donnie. He became a surrogate Dad to Darin and I. He and Darin worked together at Kapco Inc for many years and Donnie was a great mentor. We will miss him always.."
"I have such fond memories of the Mitchell family! I remember spending a lot if time at your house when I was younger! I thought Donny was so kind, caring and funny! We pulled a lot of shenanigans and they always let me come back.............one incident (the hole in the wall so we could spy on your grandma......) Donny didn't even yell at us, he said,"you girls are very lucky you didn't hit a wire and get zapped!) and how about when we would sneak kittens from the barn into Joannes room.......(I'm surprised your mom didn't kill us!) I'm very glad I got the chance to know such an amazing man who has an AWESOME family!"
"sorry to hear about your loss; to the Mitchell family. "
"Mitchell family, sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. It was a pleasure meeting and knowing Don over the years. It was always obvious to me that he loved his family and Grand-Kids. Rest in Peace Don and may God Bless you all. "
"My condolences to the family. I did not know Don but the pictures that are posted here show a man with one of the sweetest and most genuine smiles I have ever seen. My thoughts and prayers are with you Ellie and your extended family. Give the girls a hug from all of us. "
"So sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. Lots of fun memories and lots of hugs to all the family.. Rick and Jane Thome"
"I have never meet Donald but I do know Ellie Mae and I know that she is a wonderful, caring person and that is all due to the great parents who raised her. We love you Ellie & are sending you hugs & prayers"
"Sorry to hear about Donnie, what a wonderful man. I knew from my years of waitressing at Midway Rest. He was one of those customers you always looked forward to waiting on, because he always made you smile. Thoughts and prayers to the family. "
"Donnie was a true friend & neighbor, he would help anyone when he could. I remember the good times we all use to have when Elroy was alive. Donnie will truly be missed, God just received another wonderful angel. With Elroy & Donnie up in heaven there sure will be a lot of laughing going on. My deepest sympathy's and prayers to the whole Mitchell family."
"Heaven gained a wonderful addition with Don. He was one of the nicest people I ever met. Always so kind and friendly. Karen, Howie, Pam, Joanne, Karla and Ellie along with all your families, know you will be in our thoughts and prayers and here if you any of you need anything. Love you all. Uncle Leon and Aunt Lisa"
"Donny was and will always be one of my favorite people that I had the priviledge to know. I met him at Midway as his waitress and looked forward to seeing him there and in the community. He was a pleasant, respectful man and I will always remember him. Please take comfort that his memory will not be forgotten and his kindness will always be remembered."
"Knowing and working with Pamela for the last few years, I am sure you lost a great man. Thoughts and Prayers to Pamela and her family, during these hard times. "
"Dear Dad, Thank you for the life lessons you have taught me. Thank you for always being true. Thank you for always being there to talk to. Thank you for being you. I miss you more than words can say but I know you are in my heart and looking down on us all every day. I love you daddy! Your Ellie Mae "
"Our condolences go to Ellie and her family. Our hope is that your memories will comfort you and the kindness of friends. In sympathy, The Nehls Family "
"I met Don and Karen while working at the Candlelight Supper Club many years ago. He was a very kind man and always pleasant to talk with. He raised a wonderful family and he will be missed."
"We knew Don to be a loving and caring Father and Grandfather. He was always there for his children. We remember our first meeting of Don.... it was a comfortable feeling right away. And when he displayed his "grand" smile, his eyes sparkled as well. Don is in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for listening and praying to God to help the family through this sorrowful time. "
"Always nice to see Uncle Don hanging at Burmesch's. Good memories of the fabulous grad parties at the Mitchell household....."
"Allways smiling,easygoing.just a great man who made you feel good to be around!Will miss seeing&talking to him.Rest in Peace Don"