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Theodore I. Mitchell Jr.

1949 - 2019

Theodore I. Mitchell Jr. obituary, 1949-2019, Formerly Of New Alexandria, PA

BORN

1949

DIED

2019

Theodore Mitchell Obituary

Theodore Irving "Ted" Mitchell Jr., 69, formerly of New Alexandria, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018. He will be remembered for his unwavering values as a father and educator and his ability to inspire others to achieve their fullest potential. As a father, he taught discipline, respect, and above all, the value of education and working hard. As an educator, he engendered self-confidence in generations of youngsters who struggled with reading. He was involved as a volunteer coach for myriad sports teams, a Boy Scout master, a deacon and an elder in his church, a member of the library board and a member of the Lion's Club International. In doing so, he improved, directly and indirectly, countless lives. He was born in Greensburg on June 16, 1949, to Theodore Mitchell Sr. and Sara (McKelvey) Mitchell. Ted was raised in Harrison City and graduated in 1967 from Penn Joint High School. He received both his bachelor's and master's degrees from Slippery Rock University and embarked on a 38-year career as an elementary teacher and later as a reading specialist within the Penn-Trafford School District. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Gwendolyn Meneghini; and a niece, Gail Meneghini. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Donna (Allman) Mitchell; two children, Jennifer Gilbert (Jeff) and Douglas Mitchell (Stacey); four grandchildren, Emily and Maxwell Gilbert and Rhys and Grayson Mitchell; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
It was Ted's wish that there would be no funeral or viewing. Instead, there will be a remembrance reception at a future date. If you would like to attend this reception, please respond by June 15 to the following email, [email protected], with your full name and address.
In lieu of flowers, those who are willing can make a charitable contribution to Penn-Trafford School District, and in the memo line put "In Memory of Ted Mitchell - Elementary Libraries."

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Tribune Review on May 29, 2019.

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June 26, 2019

We are sorry to hear about your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that God collects our tears and is ready to sustain us during our moment of need - Psalm 56:8.

Kathy Kashurba

June 7, 2019

Graduated with Ted and am sorry to hear of his passing. The obituary is so well written and I admire his accomplishments. Respectfully and sincerely send my condolences to all members of his family. May he rest in peace.

May 29, 2019

My deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Mitchell, may the God of all comfort provide you with the love and support you need to endure. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

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