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BORN
1948
DIED
2015
Mike Mitchell Obituary
In addition to his wife, Denise, Mitchell is survived by his daughters McCall Rounsefell and Shea Leparoux, a twin sister, Cheryl, and brothers Earl Jr., Guy and Casey.
A public memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2015 at Santa Anita Park, 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia.
Memories and Condolences
for Mike Mitchell
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Loral Thompson
August 11, 2015
In late 60's early 70's in Tipton, Cal. at Gem State Stables, one of his Dads races, we had such fun times hanging out w/horses & envious of his Mustang Shelby. FAST forward & I have raised my kids, realized a successful career, & now realized a dream to be a owner. Still in Tulare Co., still friends w/ the Schott brothers. I regret I never saw him again when he left Tipton, but the passion for our sport was ignited & furthered by his passion. May God Bless & carry his beautiful family forward.
joel deceased purcell
July 19, 2015
Joel passed away 10/13/2012. also of a brain tumor.he always talked about how Mike was at the car racetrack in Pomona..he loved Mike..God Bless you
Robert Phillips
April 23, 2015
My heart felt thoughts are with Mikes family.I got to know Mike a number of years back when he trained horses for some very good friends. The one memory that stands out besides tho obvious "winning"ways of Mike was his total devotion to Denise and his daughters.He will be missed by many.
Denny and Cyndy Aiken
April 21, 2015
We are sorry we could not make Mikes service. Mike's smile a and kindness will always live on in our memories. Mike will never be forgotten and his family will always be a reflection of Mikes spirit. We will miss you Mike.
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April 18, 2015
I would like to add another perspective about Mike that not too many people were aware of.
When Mike was about 16 years old he was introduced to Drag Racing. He also loved taking photos of the race cars in action. Mike would show up at Lion's Drag Strip in Long Beach every Saturday night. One of his favorite photo locations was lying on the edge of the track and shooting the cars as they accelerated past him. Pretty harrowing, but he got some great photos.
Mike became a favorite to many of the racers participating there. One of Mike's favorite teams was a car called "The Mangler". The car was owned by Danny Broussard, Stump Davis, and John Garrison. The driver was Danny Ongias, who later went on to be a famous Indy Car and Formula One driver. They would take Mike with them whenever they traveled to other race tracks, so he was definitely part of the team.
The best part of the story is that Mike and his Drag Racing buddies never parted company. Over the years we all kept in touch. Mike enjoyed going to the Pomona NHRA Nationals and the NHRA Reunion in Bakersfield, and we always made sure that he had passes for those events.
All in the "racing fraternity" wi8ll remember Mike with great affection, and we send our sincere sympathy and condolences to his family and all others whose lives he touched.
Maury "Spider" Razon, Danny "Buzz" Broussard, and Steve Gibb/ V.P. NHRA
April 17, 2015
Mike was a great horseman, but more important to me he was a great friend. We had a lot of laughs together that I shall always cherish. Mike had one of the great laughs of all time. My sincere and deepest condolences to Denise and the girls.
Dennis Moore aka: Cheeseburger, Big boy, Clay Matthews
Kelli Johnson/Agnor
April 17, 2015
Love and prayers to an amazing family I have the privledge of knowing. In time the memories will bring a sweet smile to your face...the thing is it takes time...embrace it and allow friends and family to be here for you...
Bob and Debbie Lawlor
April 17, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Although we had not seen him recently, we feel honored that we had the opportunity to meet Mike and spend some time with your family. He was a very special man. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Phyllis Davis
April 16, 2015
Mike was such a genuine person, always had a smile on his face. He loved his horses. He will be missed by everyone who had the good luck to know him. Now he can be with all of racings greats that are long departed, 2 and 4 legged.
Tom Joyce
April 16, 2015
I enjoyed him and his talent with the beautiful horses he trained.
May he rest in peace and perpetual light shine upon him.
His Charm and Great Wit will be missed at the Track.
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