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Maurice Mitchell Obituary
A celebration of life was Tuesday at Lighthouse Christian Fellowship. Burial took place after the service at Anchorage City Memorial Park.
Maurice Mitchell was born June 12, 1962, in Salisbury, N.C., to Wayland "Mitch" and Earnestine Mitchell and grew up across the globe as a military child.
He was a star football and track athlete for Bartlett High School (graduated in 1980), a Sacramento City College student-athlete (1980-1982) and in 2009 was inducted into the Sacramento City College Hall of Fame. He married Theresa Mitchell (Spagnolo) in 1983 and they had three daughters.
Maurice worked in the mining industry throughout Alaska since 1988 and recently worked as a warehouse manager at the Kensington Mine in Juneau.
Some of the many things Maurice enjoyed were family dinners, playing and watching his beloved football, playing with his grandchildren, attending the many sports events of his daughters and nephews, playing poker with family and friends, and vacationing in Las Vegas and Hawaii with his wife.
His family reflects that: "Maurice was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was one of the kindest, most gentle 'big men' anyone had ever met. His love for family consumed his very being. Maurice's smile and energetic personality would light up the room and his favorite pastime was playing with his grandchildren."
He is survived by his wife, Theresa Mitchell; daughter and son-in-law, Talia and Jason Robinson; daughter and son-in-law, Trista and Joseph Wilson III; daughter, Tiana Mitchell; granddaughters, Gabrielle and Sophia Robinson; grandson, Ari Wilson; father and mother, Wayland "Mitch" and Earnestine Mitchell of Anchorage; brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Angela Mitchell of Clovis, Calif., and their sons, Trey and Tevin Mitchell; sister and brother-in-law, Yolanda Mitchell-Brown and Gerald Brown of Seattle, and their son, Isiah Brown; and other family members including Chante Mitchell; great-aunts Katie Tillman and Iola Harrington; uncles and cousins and members of his extended Mitchell and Spagnolo families.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Raymond E. Tinsley and Edward Mitchell; and his grandmothers, Florence Mitchell and Aurelia Tinsley.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to the Mended Little Hearts of Alaska, Leila Portell, 18350 Potter Block Circle, Anchorage 99516 or the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidneynca.org, 131 Steuart St., Suite 520, San Francisco, CA 94105
Arrangements are with Janssen's Evergreen Memorial Chapel; www.janssenfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Maurice Mitchell
Mary Jane Bean
January 17, 2024
So loved, so missed....
Loretta Bean
January 17, 2024
Always will be in our Hearts
Debbie Ernest
February 19, 2011
Theresa,Talia,Trista and Tiana - So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember 3 little girls coming to AAFES to see their Mom and Grandma. Maurice had such proud in his family. Maurice had such a wonderful smile, laugh and a joy for life. May many memories warm your hearts for many years.
John & Mary Jane Bean
February 17, 2011
I miss you my friend...Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. You will live on in our memories.
Paula Dalby Thompson
February 17, 2011
Dear Mitchell Family,
I just heard the news of Maurice's passing. He's was too young to go now. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sam Towarak
February 7, 2011
Sorry To hear about Maurice, he was one of my supervisors at Red dog and also a great friend!! He was a great man, friend and had a great sense of humor!! He will be missed!
Clyde Ramoth
February 4, 2011
Rest in peace my good friend, I worked and visit alot with Mo from 1989 till I moved back to the village in 1997, we met at red dog mine,i will cherish all the good times we had, I was his supervisor and a friend....we had alot of laughs.... he tought me alot about life and he always had that SMILE..
February 2, 2011
We are so sadden to hear of the passing of Maurice. We will keep your family in our prayers, with the hopes that the Lord will strengthen and keep you under His wings for comfort. The McIntosh Family
Sharon Terry
February 2, 2011
Extending my heartfelt condolences to Maurice’s family…May the memories of him and his infectious smile, carry you through.
Doug/Bev Terry
February 2, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Valerie Svendsen
February 1, 2011
Maurice was one of a kind. He had such a wonderful sense of humor and was so helpful. His voice conveyed his warmth and we will all miss him for quite sometime.
I work for Alaska Marine Lines in the Juneau office. I had the pleasure of meeting him when he came through the office.
Our prayers are with you and your loss of this great man.
Ashley Bruce
February 1, 2011
Alaska has lost a kind soul. Maurice was a joy to work with, and when things were down, he knew how to help chip away at the task and make things better. No one could ever replace that smile, or the kindness he shared. I am thankful to have had the oppurtunity to know Maurice, and I am a better person for it. Thank you Maurice for all the kindness you bestowed, and you will always be in our thoughts.
Eleanor Cary
February 1, 2011
My condolences to Maurice's family. Though I didn't know him long Maurice had a way of making me feel like we were old friends. I don't think I've ever seen a man smile as much as Maurice, and he sure brought a smile to my face. You will be missed Maurice, I know you are brightening heaven even more with your beautiful smile <3
Wanda Sue
February 1, 2011
Mo was a very nice smiling Mo all the time. My condolences to the Mitchell family. Always Happy and smiling.
Danielle Heyl
January 31, 2011
Maurice was a very kind man who always had a big smile for anyone. I am so very sorry for your loss. He was very kind to us when we lived next to you. Go Broncos :o).
May God bless your family at this time. Our prayers are with you.
January 31, 2011
So Sorry to hear about Maurice,our sympathies to the Mitchell Family Sr, Raymond, Angela and Boys
Love and Kisses
Angelina and Loretta Bean
Bermuda
Derrick Stevens
January 31, 2011
To The Mitchell family, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you at this difficult time, sorry for your loss. May your Son, Brother and Friend, Rest In Peace.
Dana & Kenny Heyward/McLaughlin
January 27, 2011
Dear Mitchell Family & Ray:
We all grew up together on the yellow hall of Bartlett High. We partied together at Green Lake and too many house parties to remember. We supported each other at sporting events. It never occurred to us that one day we would not have each other around. Although we lost contact with each other over the years, the times we spent together in our youth bind us forever. Our hearts go out to the Mitchell family and relatives. Know that we loved Maurice and that he was our friend!!
DEan Westlake
January 27, 2011
I'm sorry for your loss, Mo was a great friend.
January 26, 2011
Wayland, Ernestine and Family. Maurice has won is victory. God is always in your corner at a time like this---and so am I. Remember, when the Lord called Maurice home, he left a bundle of memories in exchange. My son and daughter I am always here when you need me or want to talk.
Love, Mama Doris
Raymond Mitchell
January 26, 2011
Rest my beloved Brother. I love you.
Sonia Jones
January 26, 2011
My family (The Jones') grew up on Elmendorf AFB with the Mitchells. Maurice will be truly missed. Our prayers go out to the entire Mitchell family. God Bless You All!!
J S
January 26, 2011
"For all the things that were written aforetime were written for our instruction, that through our endurance and through the comfort from the Scriptures we might have hope". Ro 15:4 -5
"Now may the God who supplies endurance and comfort grant you to have among yourselves the same mental attitude that Jesus Christ had".
May Gods words strengthen your family during this difficult time.
Jessica Brown
January 26, 2011
Mrs. Theresa, Talia, Trista, and Tiana-
I am so sorry for Mr. Maurice's passing. I will aways remember him smiling washing down the driveway with the dogs at the carriage estates house, always with a huge smile on his face. My and my family's condolences. God Bless and take care. Jessica Brown
Melissa Young
January 26, 2011
Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell, Yolanda and Ray
You all and your entire family have been in my prayers. I pray the Good Lord wraps his loving arms around you all and offers comfort in knowing that Maurice is in a much better place.
Take care
Brian Donohue
January 25, 2011
I'm sorry to hear of Maurice's passing. I met him at Bartlett High and remember his unfailingly upbeat personality and big laugh. It was my pleasure to know him. Condolences to his family.
Jerretta Parrish
January 25, 2011
Ernestine and Family
our prayers goes out to all of you. God Bless you all.
Dave and Jerretta
January 25, 2011
We would like to express my deepest sympathy for your lost. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Fay Stoutamire and Family
Henry & Sharon Mitchell
January 25, 2011
Wayland, Earnestine & Family,
We were saddened to hear of Maurice's passing. There are no words to express our feelings, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
January 25, 2011
mitchelle family, My hearts and prayers goes out to your family. My prayers are with you. Mel smith
Marty Schroeder
January 25, 2011
I had the pleasure of attending high school with Maurice. Whenever I reflect on those days past, he always comes to mind. His positive attitude was contagious. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. You will be missed my friend.
Linda McCombs
January 25, 2011
Wayland,Ernestine and Family,
May I express my heartfelt sympathy as you experience this difficult time in your lives. I am praying for you and I know GOD will take care of you.
January 25, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Though we are so far apart memories keep us together.
To Raymond, Angela, Trey and Tevin know that we understand that we share this loss with you.
Remember Uncle Maurice, his words of encouragement and laughter.
Love Always Uncle Lewell, Auntie Cindy, LJ and Philip Woolridge. BERMUDA
Jeanette Britt
January 24, 2011
Mitchell Family, my heart and prayers goes out to your family. I can't find the words to say, however, my prayers are with you.
Teresa (Yates) Newton
January 24, 2011
I met Maurice at Bartlett HS, he was my inspiration to run track. Such a kind soul, everyone loved him. I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless to you and yours.
January 24, 2011
My dear friend, my heart and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the memories you shared fill the void and know that God will see you through. Mary Strawder Ponds & family
Esther S
January 24, 2011
To the Mitchell Family,
I send my condolences for you all. Approximately 10-12 years ago, Maurice and I had worked together and I will always remember his politeness and his attitude toward fairness. He was fun to work with and greeted everyone with a smile.
May the Good Lord hold you all close to Him during this difficult time.
Respectfully,
Esther S.
The Image
January 24, 2011
Our thoughts are with the entire Mitchell family in your time of sorrow. May you take comfort in the love of family and friends and in the memories you will have forever.
Jill, Dan & Ben Hall
January 24, 2011
Talia & Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your father. We were so very fortunate to have met him! You and your family are in our prayers.
Bob Chernikoff
January 24, 2011
Dear Mitchell family,
The void at work will be hard to fill, but pale in comparison to what you might feel. I had alot of fun working with Maurice, he had a way of making your day better with a smile and a great sense of humor. I have some good memories of "Mo" and that has helped alot. Keep you in my Prayers
Diana n Gilbert Shely
January 24, 2011
Dearest friends,our deepest sympathy.Maurice was a wonderful man.I met him as a teenager.I always commented to our AAFES family,how he made us all feel good.I know he is with our Lord.!And I feel very bless to have crossed his path. I do not have the words to express my sorrow.May God bless all the family .
Edward Goodson Jr.
January 24, 2011
To the Mitchell Family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your lost. I know in times like these no words can take away your pain. I pray that God lifts you up and keeps you.
Maurice and I attended Bartlett High, and were team mates who spent many days and evenings laughing and joking around. He will always be remembered by his enduring smile and talking the crew of “Our gang guy” into doing the craziest things while in school!
To the family, though things are tough now, in time, all the wonderful memories of Maurice will replace all the sad memories of this time.
May God Bless your Family and hold you.
Sam & Ruby Tullie
January 24, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 24, 2011
To the Mitchell Family,
May the peace that only God can give fill your lives. Maurice made teaching and coaching a real blessing and joy. He was a very Special, Unique and Important individual. He was not only special to his family, but to everyone he came in contact with. His special smile and humor touch our track team in a very special way. There was no one like Maurice, he was Unique and so Important to the team, to his friends and mostly to me his coach. I will never forget all of the "jokes" he pulled on me. Thank you Maurice for adding so much sunshine to my life. Your friend always,
Coach Whitmore
Averian and Tracey Parrish
January 24, 2011
Mitchell Family, our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences. "A Good Man Gone To Soon" our prayers are with you all.
Adrienne Brunelle-Lugo
January 24, 2011
Dear Earnestine,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I only met your son once when he was a very young man but if he was anything like his mother I'm sure he was a great man and will be missed terribly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Diane Bachman
January 24, 2011
January 24, 2011 -To the Mitchell Family. I was not fortunate enough to meet Maurice as I am a friend of Yolanda. However, I know Yolanda has tremendous respect, love and admiration for her brother. She could never say enough good and funny stories about him. My deepest sympathies are with your entire family. I am so saddened by your loss and my thoughts are with you all in this most difficult time. Diane Bachman
Javier Robinson
January 24, 2011
To the Mitchell Family,
My prayers and thoughts go out to you on the untimely passing of your brother, son, father, husband, and friend. Maurice was a good man and we're all going to miss him.
He had a smile that was Genuine that would force you to smile back.
God Bless you during this time as we reflect on the blessings of knowing our friend.
Lindy Carroll
January 24, 2011
Deepest sympathy to the Mitchell Family. Maurice was a wonderful and kind friend to many of us who live and work at Kensington Gold Mine. He was always willing to share a smile, offer a joke and make people feel welcome. We are thankful to his family for sharing him with all of us at the mine site--he will be missed. Take care and god bless.
Dr. Baxter Wright
January 24, 2011
To the Mitchell Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this very difficult period of sorrow.
Wayland & Earnestine, I can not begin to understand how very difficult this must be for you. I am truly lost for words. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
May God Bless and Protect you and your family always.
Sincerely,
cie walker
January 24, 2011
My heart felt condolences to the family. You all are the center of my prayers for your continued love and peace in your lives. Love to the family....
ray dennis
January 23, 2011
i wish to extend to maurices family my heart felt condolences. i am truly going to miss his big smile when he gets to laughing. he is waiting now for us to meet again. we shall miss our big friend out here at KENSINGTON GOLD MINE.
ray dennis jr
Talia Robinson
January 23, 2011
We will miss you tremendously daddy. You were the best dad in the world, but you were an even greater grandfather. I am honored to have been able to spend the last 28 years with you and I hope I am able to share all of our memories with my girls and Ari. Thank you for everything you ever did for my family, we love you so much and will miss you!
Talia Robinson
January 23, 2011
You were the best dad in the world. Words will never be able to express how much you meant to our family. We love you so much and we are going to miss you terribly. I promise to keep you alive for both Gabi and Sophia. I love you so much daddy and I will see you again one day.
Douglas and Flora Ness
January 23, 2011
Teresa, Talia, Trista, Tiana, Earnestine and Wayland:
We were so saddened to hear of your loss (and ours). We have loved your family since the first time Maurice brought Talia to us. His visits always brightened my day. WeI loved his energy and fullness of life. We will all miss him very much. Have faith that the God who has victory over the grave will someday reunite us all in glory. God bless all of you in this time of loss.
Lynn Ferrell
January 23, 2011
"A Rose Beyond The Wall"
A Rose once grew
where all could see,
sheltered beside
a garden wall,
And as the days passed
swifty by,
it spread its branches, straight and tall...
One day, a beam of light
shone through
a crevice that had
opened wide~
The rose bent gently
toward its warmth
then passed beyond to the other side
Now, you who deeply
feel its loss,
be comforted~the rose blooms there~
Its beauty even greater now,
nurtured by
God's own loving care.
Especially for the Mitchell Family
Andrea Davis-Antoine
January 23, 2011
Praying God's blessings for the Mitchell family on the loss a great human being. I know Maurice will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Remembering him and good times at Bartlett High School with a smile.
Thank you for your thoughts & prayers. Raymond & Yolanda
Yolanda Brown
January 23, 2011
Catherine Cowan Ross
January 23, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pernelle Shaw
January 23, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
January 23, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May the Peace of the Lord be with You and Comfort you doing these times.
Minnie Keller, Anchorage, Alaska
Kat Haslett
January 23, 2011
Mitchell Family
First, my prayers to your family for the big loss of a gentle man! He was a great friend for over 20 years and filled the room with his smile, laughter and humor. He always had a listening ear and a caring heart. Mo Mo, you have left a vacant spot down here but know that you have filled even a bigger one up in the Heavens. I miss you my friend,
Brenda Ovalle
January 23, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Theresa, Talia, Trista, Tiana, Mitch and Earnestine hold on to the good memories and take comfort in each other.
DIANE BOYD BYERS
January 23, 2011
WITH DEEP SYMPATHY. THINKING OF FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF SORROW AND HOPING GOD EASE SOME OF YOUR PAIN I AM SURE HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY SO MANY.
Jimmie & Tia (Mitchell) Payne
January 23, 2011
We pray for God's grace and comfort to be with you all.
Carol Lancaster Meeks
January 23, 2011
To the Mitchell Family and Friends,
The Lord will help you through this sorrow. Therefore, please know that we are praying for your strength. We dearly love you! Call or email anytime.
from Carol Lancaster Meeks, "Abby" Meeks Mitchell and family,and Raemi and Fred Evans
John Fox
January 23, 2011
I went to school with Maurice we played football and ran track together at Bartlett. I have great memories of those days and the laughs and jokes Maurice and I shared together. Maurice has not left us but like a butterfly has gone into his cocoon and will emerge with his angle wings and will always be here with us. God Bless to his family in this time of mourning. Old #20 will be running his touchdowns on a nicer field now. See you in the ends zone one day again my friend...
Thema Smith
January 23, 2011
May you find comfort in memories and
strength in each other's love throughout
this very difficult time
Robert(Bob) Mick
January 23, 2011
Dear Mitchell Family: Maurice was a true blessing to us all. Keep your memories and blessings close to your heart. Always remember his WARM smile and friendly encouragement. My sincere condolences to your all. Your Neighbor and friend, Capt Bob
Chairita & Carlton Franklin
January 23, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Bill Holloway
January 23, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Maurice's passing. I went to school and played football with Maurice at Bartlett and our families have maintained a relationship mainly through our mothers. My wife and I send our greatest sympathies to his wife, children, grandchildren, siblings and especially his parents. May you find peace in knowing he will never be forgotten.
Deantha Crockett
January 23, 2011
Theresa and Talia I'm thinking of you guys today. I remember Maurice always smiling and coming to our soccer games, rooting us on and saying the funniest things. He was definitely definition of the cool dad. I always looked forward to seeing him when I came to your house. I hope your memories of him comfort you all during this time.
January 23, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Maurice will always be remembered for the impression he made on my children in his teens when he watched them and was the protector of all the little kids in Hospital Housing on Elmendorf. They all looked up to him. Again my prayers go out to you Theresa and the girls, and Earnestine and Wayland.
Bonita Hickman
Russell Sullivan
January 23, 2011
I worked with Maurice at the Kensinton mine. He was a good friend and a pleasure to work with. Most of us at the mine who knew him the longest called him 'Mo'. He talked about his family often, especially his girls, who he loved with all his heart. I will miss him. My sincere condolences to his family. May God bless and comfort you during this time.
Nancy Flanigan
January 23, 2011
I will never forget the night Maurice came over to save me from the boogey man. I am so sorry for your loss and I am praying for the healing of your hearts.
Cecil Simpson
January 23, 2011
Dear Mitchell Family,
"The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God."
Words fail to express my sorrow for your loss. Your health and peace will feature in my prayers.
January 23, 2011
In this sad period find comfort at Psalm34:18 "God is near to those broken at heart..." You can feel that death can leave a heartache that nothing can heal, just know that love can leave a memory that no one can steal.
Denise, New Jersey
Michael Keith
January 23, 2011
My Man Maurice, you were the coolest person I've ever known, It brings tears to my eyes to that you've moved on, Have a safe journey my friend! MK
Brenda Cowan
January 23, 2011
Wayland , Earnestine and family, My heartfelt sympathy is extended to you at this most difficult time.May you find comfort in knowing that many love and are praying for you.
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