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Francis T. Mitchell

Westfield, Massachusetts

Apr 13, 1937 – Jul 6, 2021 (Age 84)

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BORN
April 13, 1937
DIED
July 6, 2021
AGE
84
LOCATION
Westfield, Massachusetts

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Francis Theodore Mitchell, 84, of Westfield passed away on July 6, 2021. Son of the late Raymond T. Mitchell and Agnes (Killips) Mitchell, with grandparents Theodore and Blanche (Nana) Mitchell. A 1955 graduate of Westfield High School he served in the U.S. Airforce until 1962 as a jet engine...

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To the Mitchell Family, Please accept my condolences. Fran was well liked by everyone. He was an amazing craftsman and it showed in his projects especially the guns and RC planes. He surely helped me numerous times and was very generous with his time and giving away his RC equipment to flyers that couldn't afford what was needed. He did more for the sport than anyone I know. It was an honor and a pleasure to know him. He will be missed.

To the Family of Fran Mitchell: I was saddened to learn that Franny has died. He was a master model airplane builder and flyer. I recall much time he spent with me when I entered the hobby, and the tips and wonderful advice he freely gave. I spent many afternoons at the flying field with our planes in the air. His flying skills were superb, and the finishing work of his planes were museum quality. Fran was a true gentleman, kind hearted and friendly to all. No doubt Fran will be greatly...