GARY MITCHELL

Gary was my dearest friend. We lived together in Meredith NH...during his LOL formative years. He worked at Harts Turkey Farm when I met him. He paid his dues after Culinary School and we did have some interesting times together...I mean seriously fun times. When Rodney called me and said they could not start the left side of Gary"s heart...It crushed me. I was best man at his wedding in Campton , NH when he married. It is interesting when you enjoy someone that male or female...you...

It´s still hard to believe. I mention your name so often in the kitchen I´m working in now. You have showed me great knife skills and true meaning of what it takes to be a great cook. You are always in my thoughts and will be forever. Someday I´m sure we will cross paths up there eventually. Take care and tell Ronnie I send my love.

Hey sir hows things? Miss you bud.....I just wanted to stop by and say hello. Im working in Disney Hollywood studios in Orlando now. Things are great there. Say hello to my dad for me....

Merry Christmas buddy. There isn't a day that goes by without thinking of you. It still seams like yesterday. Say hello to Ronnie for me. I wish you were still around. Miss you......

You were my mentor.
The late nights at JCH in Dedham and Boston in 1977 proved to be more than just an experience. It set the tone for my career. You pushed me to my limits in many ways. I applied the "consistency" to my work for the last 35 years. It was because of you that I am the professional that I am today.
The industry has lost a champion.

You family will be in my prayers

Gary
You were always there to drive the guest experience, you cared about providing great food and think of the millions of plates that you touched and the Diners that are still being impacted through the cooks you taught who later became Chefs and owners. I wonder who many future owners you influenced. I wonder how many awful cooks left because of the strong regiment and discipline. Some of them became Lawyers, Brokers and probably a Doctor or two. They knew what a sense of urgency was...

To Gary's family,

Please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now.

Two years ago, Gary took a chance on a little start-up artisan bakery and chose our company's bread for several of his BBRG restaurants. We will always be grateful that he did. From that starting point, a terrific friendship grew.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity, Gary and for all of your advice, encouragement and for believing in us. We will miss you very much.

I was the meat Manager at the Tuscan Market for 5 months. Even though I only worked with Gary a short time, I enjoyed his company, humor and personality. He was a true gentleman. My condolences to his family and friends. I am sure he will be missed by his Tuscan family as I miss him. Sincerely, Rick Bennett