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1938
DIED
2020
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Harold Mitchell Obituary
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Darylene Blair Mitchell; brother, C.M. Mitchell Jr.; a nephew, Fred Mitchell; and a niece, Mary Atkinson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence M. Mitchell Sr. and Gladys Black Mitchell.
Following a private family service, Harold was interred at Felts Cemetery in Galax, Va.
A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynn.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harold Mitchell
Rodney Gearheart
July 31, 2022
On the third anniversary of Harold's Passing, we will still miss Harold. Our thoughts and prayers continue for his family and friends - especially his and our "Galax Family". Friends Of The Potts Creek, Rodney Rex Gearheart
rodney gearheart
July 31, 2021
In two weeks, all of us will be thinking of Harold and missing him as we walk up those steps under the "Big Yeller Tent". Peace and love to his and our "Galax Family". Friends Of The Potts Creek band, Rodney Gearheart.
Thomas Weaver
August 23, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Harold I can see him now stepping out from behind the curtain at Fairview and waving his hand to encourage applause for the band. I will miss him.
Kim Patton
August 11, 2020
So very sorry to hear about Harold...he was a lovely person...sending prayers
John Pack
August 8, 2020
Harold was a gentleman. I met him in the 80s. We worked at a mobile home lot in Galax. Harold took me under his wing. We went to so many different places listening to Bluegrass and enjoying ourselves. Harold and his wife were like family to us. The stories he told will remain in our hearts forever. We will miss hearing them in person. The town of Galax has lost a good man, a wonderful MC, and we have lost a good friend. Rest in peace.
Jeff Michael
August 7, 2020
Harold was my friend for many many years. And did more than anyone to help my music when I was 1st starting. It is a sadder world that Harold leaves for us... but he leaves a Great example of how we should treat each other. My prayers are with Darylene and CM and all of his friends
Amy Boucher
August 7, 2020
What a gentleman. And a sweetheart.
Family of Billy Mitchell
August 7, 2020
With great respect, we express our sympathy to your family. Harold was well-loved and admired and will be missed by this community and beyond.
Frank Osborne
August 7, 2020
Galax and bluegrass without Harold is hard to fathom. He and my father worked together at WBOB in the booth for a number of years, which is where I first met him. I had planned to go see him the next time I was in town.
RIP Harold Mitchell.
Gil Tercenio
August 6, 2020
Harold was THE voice of the Galax Fiddler's Convention. Rest in peace.
Frances & Harley Felts
August 6, 2020
Harold was a great man and will be missed
Mary Dowell
August 6, 2020
So sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. I always enjoyed seeing him at Fairview and bluegrass festivals. He was always so nice. Thoughts and prayers to his family during this difficult time.
Debbie Gitlin
August 6, 2020
Harold Mitchell was the quintessential Southern Gentleman. Cool and classy; grace under pressure with a beatific smile. When Harold was emcee at Galax, everybody who walked onstage was a star. One of the brightest lights in Bluegrass and Oldtime music. Deepest sympathies and peace to his family and friends.
Barbara Bowman
August 6, 2020
Through music we've known Harold for many years. He always remembered our names and had kind words to say about our music whether we were at Galax, other conventions or other music events he emceed in the area.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Slate Mountain Ramblers
Richard and Barbara Bowman
Marty, Marsha and Malyn Todd
Lew Bode
August 6, 2020
A fellow broadcaster and emcee and a good friend...Rest in Peace, Harold. My condolences to the family.
Judy & Jerry Wolford
August 6, 2020
We will remember Harold for his bigger than life personality and his kindness to our oldest son.He was an emcee for the Folk tent at the Richmond Folk Life Festival for several years..It was always a pleasure to see him there.May the Good Lord hold his family tight and grant them peace.
Kenneth Berrier
August 6, 2020
Rest in peace, old buddy.
Nicholas Hancock
August 6, 2020
I didn't know Harold personally, but I have watched and enjoyed his being MC at Galax and other fiddler's conventions in the area over several years. He always seemed to be a fine and good person. I feel sure he was. I feel fortunate and honored to have watched him work at something he obviously loved. I am sad that he is no longer with us here, but glad that he is now free from illness and these earthly bounds.
The Bourne's
August 6, 2020
We are so sad to hear of Harold's passing and wish to extend our condolences and prayers to his family and friends.
He was a local legend and a kind, funny, encouraging friend to so many musicians for many decades. We will forever remember him, but most especially every August in Galax as we continue to play and enjoy the music he loved so much.
Patsy East
August 6, 2020
What a great friend. It was such a pleasure to have known Harold Mitchell . Rest in Peace
Rodney Gearheart
August 6, 2020
I only knew Harold From "Galax", he led our band on stage the first time any of us donned the Big Yeller Tent" stage. He took a lot of the butterflys out of it and made it a true "Galax" memory. We all will miss him and will keep his family in our prayers. Farewell Harold, "Friends Of The Potts Creek" band.
Teresa Sizemore
August 6, 2020
I will truly miss him helping with the Fiddler's Convention. Such a kind n caring Man with a wonderful sense of humor.
Marceline Smith Hunter
August 6, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Harold and I were school friends.
Doug Turner
August 6, 2020
A real bluegrass old time Icon and will be sorely missed. I am sure Bill Monroe and all our great musicians have welcomed him with loving arms and that he is already MCing some Heavenly programs. GOD.BLESS all his family and friends. Doug.
jam,es bobbitt
August 6, 2020
Growing up in Stevens Creek ive known Harold since my youth . He was a good friend and a special person . My deepest condolences to friends and family .Prayers for their peace and com,fort during this sad tim,e. RIP my dear friend.
Alice Watkins
August 6, 2020
C.M. and family
So sorry for your loss
Ruth Hall
August 6, 2020
What a blessing Harold has been to the Galax area. I saw him frequently at Waddell and he always had a smile and a kind word. Sending prayers of peace and comfort to his family.
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