"Years ago at a trade show I was working a table with some Australian clients that I brokered- Leeuwin Estate and d'Arenberg. Mitch came by, and when he realized they were Aussies he launched into a pitch perfect rendition of Waltzing Matilda, with the complete and correct lyrics. Needless to say the Aussies were ecstatic and impressed. That's what Mitch did- he always made everyone smile. We'll miss you big guy! Steve Koppelman"
In loving memory of
Mitchell Glen Mooney
February 7, 1957 - January 13, 2020
Mitchell Glen Mooney was born in Germany in 1957, to Betty and Jake Mooney. He grew up in Houston, Texas, with his younger brother Russell. He graduated from Northbrook High School, where he played the tuba in the marching band.
He attended Baylor University, becoming an active member of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and the film club.
In 1980, he moved to Austin, back when it was still weird, working many different jobs and touching the lives of his co-workers and friends. He worked for Twin Liquors since 1998, sharing his love and knowledge of beer, wine and spirits with thousands of customers and friends.
Mitch loved history, film and music, and freely shared his opinion on all of them. He also loved to travel, especially to Santa Fe and San Francisco. Mitch had a huge heart and a razor-sharp wit, which he shared with everyone.
Mitch was preceded in death by his parents Betty and Jake. He is survived by his brother Russell and sister-in-law Pat, his nephew Kip (and his wife Sheeva), his niece Mallory (and her husband Chris), and his countless friends.
If a man's wealth can be judged by his friendships, then Mitch was the richest man in town.
Tributes
"Mitch I remember the first day I met at church. You were funny and welcoming. Little by little we became friends and it was a friendship from heaven. Our lunches after church were fabulous learn so much with you from history to what wine to buy. I remembered when you moved and we help, you make me laugh so much.
I will love you and miss you forever. You were my gentle giant. Have fun in heaven and check on us once in a while. Until we meet again..."
"Mitchell lived on the street behind me and we shared many classes together growing up, including marching band. I haven't seen Mitchell since we graduated from Northbrook High School, but I clearly remember his good nature, easy smile. quick wit, and genuine kindness. It's gratifying to know from those who knew him longer than I did that he retained those endearing traits for a lifetime. That's a blessing."
"Linda and Frosty Gray - Mitch thanks for all the years of great advice for all manner of spirits, for all the great stories of your travels and for sharing the biggest heart we've known."
"The Mooneys were our neighbors on Kerrwood in Spring Branch for years. I spent much time with them growing up and even learned to swim in their backyard pool which was a rarity in our neighborhood during that time. Prayers of comfort to Russell and the rest of the extended family."
"Russell very sorry for your loss. Mitch was a good good with a great sense of humor. "
"Mitchell was my best friend for years. Then I found love and he and David became best friends. I'll cherish the memories of our travels, our love of food. Mitch who will out my ashes in the geraniums at Pasqual's now? I'll miss you every day."
"HAPPY 63RD BIRTHDAY MITCHEY!!! We miss you like crazy and constantly pray that God will carry us through this heart shattering ache."
"I first met Mitch in the early nineties and over the next 25 years we created so many great memories. Our travels to the wine country and San Francisco, Sunday dinners with close friends and great conversations about the current state of affairs.He was a true Renaissance man with a love for the arts,wine,spirits and fine cuisine.Mitchell had friends from all over the world and was a gentle giant.He will be sorely missed by so many lives that he touched.Rest in peace my friend."
"I met Mitch my first day on the Job with Glazers in 1996. He was in Antoinette's shop and a dear friend of hers. They are now together again. Funny.... Mitch was so tall he could reach the top shelves of her store and that was his thing at the time and as always he made going to her shop fun. Mitch and I had on ongoing joke about the brand Yellowtail. He claimed it would not sell in his store (#2) and I claimed it would. The bet was I would buy him Dinner at Sullivan's if he did not sell out the Chardonnay in 30 days. So he put it in and it sold all the way down to the last bottle. He left that last bottle on the bottom rung and would not allow me to pull it up because there was only one day left in the month and he wanted to win. I bought that bottle and we laughed and laughed and for 20 or more years he would always tell me how I owed him dinner. We did get dinners and lunches and more over all the years but that was our thing. Mitch you will be remembered as the kindest gentlemen. My wife Laura did many many Demos in his store because she loved his stories and she felt comfortable in his presence. I owe you Mitch. You taught me things as we grew up together....Antoinette dearly loved you... and Laura and I will never forget you....we will see you on the other side.... The Hodges. "
"My husband Ian & I had the honor of meeting Mitch some 20 years ago. He immediately became a dear friend. He was always the life of any gathering. From being the best dance partner, to sharing wine & whiskey, to listening to his stores and him listening to ours... Mitch always made us feel so incredibly loved and in the moment. We miss him so much already. We love you Mitch, say hi to Ms. Piaf for me."
"I was lucky enough to share dinners, wines and conversations with Mitch for over 15 years. He was my dearest friend and constant source of friendship. Big hearted and always a welcoming smile. I will miss him but feel privileged to have known him as long as I did. I'm sure he's smoking a cigar, drinking some single malt scotch and talking to Billie Holiday about this, that and whatever. Love you my friend-know you are missed by many. "