Steven Anthony Mitchell's Obituary
Steven Anthony Mitchell, age 74 of Millsboro, DE, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Delaware Hospice Center, in Milford. He was born on April 3, 1948, in Vineland, NJ, son of the late George T. and Virginia (Layton) Mitchell.
Mr. Mitchell was a graduate of John F. Clayton High School in Frankford, DE and attended Liberty Biblical College in Pensacola, FL. He proudly served the US National Guard for seven honorable years. Mr. Mitchell worked as a machinery maintenance manager for Townsends Poultry for many years, before building a lifelong career as warehouse manager for Merck, from which he retired after twenty-five years.
A man of strong faith, Mr. Mitchell was a past member of the Gumboro Fellowship Church. He was an avid outdoorsman, who at every opportunity presented, enjoyed camping, fishing, and going to the beach. Mr. Mitchell’s green thumb was evidenced by his meticulously cared for lawn and gardens, and while indoors he could be found listening to country music or watching sports or NASCAR races on TV. He truly treasured time spent with his family and grandkids above all; particularly passing on to them his love and knowledge of the outdoors during their many annual camping trips. Mr. Mitchell was a loving and caring father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Loved by many, he will be genuinely missed by all who had the good fortune to know him.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Mitchell was preceded in death by his brother, Tilghman Mitchell. He is survived by his son, Shawn D. Mitchell (Lynette) of Lewes, DE; his daughters: Sarah Cole of Ellendale, DE and Sherri Mitchell of Wilmington, DE; his beloved companion, Diane Nadeau of Lincoln, DE; his grandchildren: Tricia Cordrey (Justin), Tyler Price, Hailee Parker, Steven Cole (Faun), Brandon Cole, Joslyn Cole, and Kaleb Cole; his great-grandchildren: Hunter, Austin, Jaxson, Rilee, and Raelynn; his sister, April Powell (Glen) of Dagsboro, DE; his former spouse, Sharon Mitchell of Millsboro, DE; and his many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 27, 2023, at 2:00 PM, at Carey’s Cemetery, Conaway Road and Ward Farm Lane, Millsboro, DE.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in Mr. Mitchell’s memory to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963, or the Beebe Medical Foundation, 902 Savannah Road, Lewes, DE 19958.
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