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Mitchell Page Obituary
The Cardinals say Page died Saturday. Team spokesman Brian Bartow said Sunday that the team was informed of Page's death by his agent. The cause of death was not known.
Page broke into the big leagues in 1977 and was an immediate hit with the Oakland Athletics, batting .307 with 21 homers and 75 RBIs. He also stole 42 bases and finished runner-up to Hall of Famer Eddie Murray in AL Rookie of the Year voting.
Page's numbers at the plate dropped off after his first season. The left fielder and designated hitter spent seven years with the A's and then played 16 games for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1984, finishing his career with a .266 average, 72 homers and 259 RBIs.
He was the Cardinals' hitting coach from 2001-04, counting star slugger Albert P ujols among his pupils. Most recently, Page served as a minor league hitting instructor for the Cardinals in spring training last year, but did not have a role with the team this year, Bartow said.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
41 Entries
Cassandra Ferguson-Monroe
August 4, 2011
My sympathy to the Page family, I just learned of Mitchell's passing! Much love and peace to Lola and family.
July 27, 2011
mitch was my friend and teammate from double aa to the major leagues and also in winter ball gentle man with no prejudice we had some good times together and talked a lot about life so sorry to hear of his death may his family know how much i thought of mitch, my friend ,,rip , jimmy sexton
Brian Kingamn
May 11, 2011
Mitchell Page - what a great teammate and friend. Strong as a bull and he could look intimidating which he was as a ballplayer. Yet one of the most kind and considerate guys you could ever meet. I hadn't seen Mitchell in over 20 years and had hoped our paths would cross again but sadly that will have to wait.
RIP Mitch
Brian Kingman
Oakland A's 1979-1983
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Michael Weaver
May 8, 2011
Mitchell was my hero in my youth, I wanted to be him...I got to shake his hand once in 1980, and it was one of my goals to meet him again later in life to let him know how much he meant to me
Geri Green
March 29, 2011
Mitchell Page was truly a nice man. He loved his son Kyle. I have been blessed knowing him for over 32 year
Geri Green
Yuovene Whistler
March 24, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy to you Lola and the family. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Yvonne Brooks
March 24, 2011
To the Page Family: I was saddened to hear of Mitchell's passing. Had known him from junior high school through his sister Lola. May God bless you all.
In sympathy,
Yvonne
JoEtta Brown
March 18, 2011
My childhood friend & neighbor, Mitchell. What a legacy you leave for us to cherish! I will always remember your laughter, honesty and free spirit. Lola, Michael, Debbie, Kyle & Disia: May fond memories be with you during this difficult time. Mitchell has moved on to become a Chosen Angel. He is a Hero and a Champion! He will definitely be missed. God Bless.
March 18, 2011
May he rest in peace. Because he made God a priority in his life, he is truly at peace. Thoughts and prayers to all his family and friends.
D. Jones, Wisconsin
Wanda Harris
March 18, 2011
So sorry for the world's loss of such a baseball great.
Bill Moore
March 18, 2011
Mitchell was the best Coach I ever Coached with. A Very Good and Honorable Man. My condolences to the family. Kyle, I'm here if you need me. Your Dad was the GREATEST!!!
G. Finch
March 17, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Page family. May the God of comfort and tender mercies be with you.
Reggie Berizko-White
March 17, 2011
I had the pleasure of knowing Mitchell Page and he was a very impressive person in addition to being a great baseball player. I knew Michell when he played in the Texas League at Shreveport. R.I.P Mitchell.
donald
March 17, 2011
as a native of oakland, ca.,it was great to have some of the best teams in major league history. when free agency came along, and all of our stars left, mitchell page gave us someone we could be proud of. my friends and i embraced him as our favorite player. the man was very talented, and was robbed when he wasn't rewarded the rookie of the year in 77. long live the rage of oakland. we will never forget you.
Annette
March 17, 2011
R.I.P. You have hit a home run with the King of Kings.
Dona Lopez
March 17, 2011
i am going to miss you very much , my god be with your family . i am a big base ball fan .
Randy Elliott
March 16, 2011
Mitch had the stall next to me when we both played for the A's in 1980. I will always remember how kind he was toward me.R.I.P. ol' friend.
Geneva Humphrey
March 16, 2011
I sincerely offer my condolence. MITCHELL'S death has no doubt cast a shadow over you as you go about your daily life because death bring us face-to-face with the fact that he is gone too soon. His presence will be dearly missed. So despite the pain of grief, let it be your resolve to continue to work your way through pain and grief. The rich life that he led has left many memoriers.
C. G.
March 16, 2011
May your happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. God is a refuge and strength readily found. (Ps.46:1,2)
donald del vigna
March 16, 2011
as a native of oakland, ca.,my friends and i were priveleged to have one of the greatest teams in baseball history, winners of three consecutive world series. when free agency hit after the 76 season, and charlie finley refused to pay the high salaries that players were now going to get, we had to watch glumly, as each and every one of our stars bolted for other teams. just like that, we went from champs to chumps. but in this depressing darkness, a bright light emerged, in the form of mitchell page. a minor leaguer we acquired in a trade, page could hit for average and power, and had great speed. he gave us a reason to stick with our team, that better days could be ahead. we might have stunk, but we knew mitchell page would never let us down. it saddens me to hear of his untimely demise. he gave us hope, when there really wasn't any left. long live mitchell page. he will always be the rage of oakland.
Friends
March 16, 2011
May God who see your tears and pain of heart give you all the needed strenght to go from one day to next.
Dolon Peete
March 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 16, 2011
wow words cant say how shocked and saddened by mr pages passing i knew mr page through former cardinal fernando vina and everytime they came to town i was always on the field behind the batting cage right next to mitchell he was so nice and kind and very funny for those who knew him you know what im talking about he was very funny at times but when it was business he was all business god bless his family and have a safe trip home good bye my friend..
Keith Ellis
March 16, 2011
In 1978 I met Mitchell Page at an A's/Mariners game & he, remembering me as a fan who'd called him on the phone several times from Indiana, invited me onto the field during their warmups. Mitchell signed all the autographs I wanted & even gave me one of his personalized Louisville Slugger bats. An incredible experience for a 15-year-old that I'll never forget. The bat is one of my most prized possessions. I remember Mitchell had an identical twin brother named Michael who also played baseball. Wonder what happened to him? Thanks so much for the memories, Mr Mitchell Page! Keith Ellis of Indiana
Deborah Gipson
March 15, 2011
To Mr. Mitchell Page family and friends I would like to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in the hope held in the Scriptures. It come from a Loving Father who will not fail to do all he promises. (Titus 1:2). Because "He cannot lie."
March 15, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the Page family. Mitchell has always been a part of our family, baseball and personal. Ed "Dad" and Pat Nottle, Evansville. IN
Arch Lamarch
March 15, 2011
A true mench. We will miss him. Arch-a lover of all who are baseball.
Wayne musgrove
March 15, 2011
" My family would like to express our deepest condolences,to the Mitchell Page family a child hood friend, God Bless (Musgrove, Newson, Hicks) . Los Angeles, Calif.
March 15, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Mr. Page. I hope that the pain you feel will be lessened by time and knowing that our Heavenly Father has promised that death will be know more.
Sincerely,
Pam Nesbitt
Nick Gamvas
March 15, 2011
Memory Eternal!
K. Henderson
March 15, 2011
My family would like to express our condolences to your family at this very difficult time. My the God of comfort give you the needed comfort.
Margaret Beard
March 15, 2011
To the families and friends of Mr. Mitchell Page,
I send my condolences to you all. May our Heavenly Father give you tender mercies and comfort at this difficult time in your lives. - " He is healing the brokenhearted ones and binding up their painful spots." Psalm 147:3.
March 15, 2011
God be with you, Mr. Page. An Oakland A's great and a truly honorable man. Class act. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us.
~Sanders family and fans
March 14, 2011
"My thoughts and prayers are with the Page Family in their time of grief.
At times like these, 'God can give us "power beyond what is normal," so we can keep going from one day to the next." (2 Cor. 4:7)
C. Wilson
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March 14, 2011
Revelation 21:3,4
Dominique Russell
March 14, 2011
We will miss you uncle Mitch...Our love and prayers.
R Golay
March 14, 2011
To the the family of Mitchell Page - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Mitchell will be missed by many.
Joyce
March 14, 2011
Our sincere condolences to the family. May your memories bring you comfort and strength during this difficult time. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4
kathy wood
March 14, 2011
WONDERFUL PLAYER ON THE A'S. RIP MITCHELL PAGE!.
TROY YOUNGBLOOD
March 14, 2011
GREAT JOB MITCH!!!
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