Henry Milnor "Jim" Mitchell

Henry Mitchell Obituary

Age 58. In Warner, NH on June 4, 2008. Co-owner of MainStreet BookEnds, Warner, NH and had been weekend news anchor for WBZ NewsRadio 1030. He leaves behind his adoring sister, Katharine Mitchell Nevins and husband, Neil of Warner. Their children, Lane, Matthias, Colin and Klare; brother, Arthur Mitchell and wife, Monica of VA and their children, Katharine, Andrew and Thomas; his aunt, Karen Hyde of VA and cousins. Memorial donations may be made to help create a community park to MainStreet Warner, Inc., P.O. Box 248, Warner, NH 03278, a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization that he created. A celebration of his life will be held at the Warner Town Hall on Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. to be followed by a reception at his home, The Gallery at MainStreet Bookends.

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Published by Boston Globe on Jun. 8, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Henry Mitchell

10 Entries

I took this photo of Jim, one Saturday in April at WBZ radio. From Left to right, WBZ weekend radio anchors Jim Mitchell, Bill Watson and Walt Perkins.

Chemi Whitlow

June 19, 2008

I worked with Jim Mitchell at WBZ radio on the weekends, mostly Saturdays, for the past eight years. Yes, indeed Jim was a gentleman and always made sure that we had our timesheets in so that we could get paid. He had a rare personality of being able to stay calm even when things weren't going right. I never saw him get mad at anyone. It's odd being in the newsroom without Jim. You always knew that at a certain time he would be in. Now we look at his empty desk. Rest in Eternal Peace.

Deb Collier

June 17, 2008

I had some of the best times with Chip and his cousin Peter Mitchell. Spent time at Boothbay,Maine and when Chip lived in Lancaster, Pa. for a short time. He had a great personallity and a hardy laugh. Always upbeat. I am truly sorry we did not get to spend another week together, in Boothbay. Lots of great memories.He will be sadly missed. My condolences to his family.

Judith Blake

June 16, 2008

I had the pleasure of meeting Jim at my parent's store - The North Country Deli in Laconia N.H. He was new to town and working at WLNH. He and his coworker, Bill White, would come in for food my Mom had prepared and they became part of the family. Mom would invite them in on holidays if they were not traveling home. Jim was a true gentleman and had a wonderful sense of humor. I believe my Mom has a meal prepared for him in heaven. My parents were Anne & Frank Hett.

June 15, 2008

Jim was a gentleman in the truest sense. It has been a great joy to have known him for these 10 years in Warner. The community of Warner mourns the great loss of a dear friend and town advocate. His gracious, kind welcome will be irreplaceable. His love for Warner, and his work combined to create truly wonderful things happening in Warner. Our condolences and prayers to all of his family and friends.

Joanne Hinnendael

June 12, 2008

This is devastating news for all who knew Jim. My thoughts go out to his wonderful family. He was the most positive person I ever met. I will miss hearing him on the radio on my weekend trips to visit my family in Braintree. I will also miss his weekly interviews on our local cable station telling us about all the good things happening in Warner, the town he loved. We love you Jim.

Jeanie

June 11, 2008

I feel very fortunate to have met "Chip" (the name I knew him by) many years ago when I was married to his cousin. We had many great times and he was a caring man. Loved that laugh! Will never forget the weekend visit to Marblehead MASS. My sympathies to his family.

Julie Seitter

June 11, 2008

What a tremendous loss for everyone who knew Jim. I worked with him for many years at WBZ and we developed a great friendship. He was always a gentleman and a font of information about nearly everything. He seemed to be truly happiest when talking about his family and friends in Warner, and the bookstore was his passion. We always used to joke that he had been a spy during his military days and he did nothing to dissuade us from that idea...just a mischievious smile and that remarkable twinkle in his eye. That look is what I'll always carry with me when I think about him.

Linda Cunningham Goldstein

June 8, 2008

Jim Mitchell was a very special person and friend, and loved by all who knew him. He will be remembered for his many abilities, his kindness, his wonderful speaking voice, his sense of humor, his love for his work, his love for the people and Town of Warner, NH, and most especially his love for his family.
I suspect his unique, warm presence will always be felt at the family bookstore, Main Street Bookends in Warner, NH, and at the Red Cottage in Boothbay Harbor, Maine.

June 8, 2008

As an avid WBZ fan and listener I will surely miss that voice giving all the days info in a very interesting manor. Very humorous at times, and serious when need be. A genuine Boston Radio Icon gone much too soon. My sincerest condolences to Jim's family and the family at WBZ, you have all taken quite a hit this year in the loss of your best people at 1030AM. May you find comfort knowing Paul Sullivan is up there waiting for Jim for the "really" big broadcast in the sky.
Winthrop, MA

The Staff of Chadwick Funeral Service

June 7, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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