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Stephen J. "Spider" Mitchell, 58, of O'Fallon, Ill., born Aug. 30, 1949, in Belleville, Ill., died Friday, May 2, 2008.
Steve was a U. S. Air Force Reserves veteran. He owned a sporting goods store in Edwardsville, Ill., and worked for Far Oaks Golf Club. Steve was a sports enthusiast. He enjoyed Khoury League baseball as a child and slow pitch softball as an adult, playing for the "Shamrocks" and "Sons of Rest". He also enjoyed fishing, boating, and water skiing as a teenager. He was an avid bowler and belonged to the Mascoutah 700 Club. The last 20 years he loved playing golf and enjoyed the many friendships formed on the golf course. Steve treasured time with his friends and beloved family.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Henry J. and Anna Seibel; and his paternal grandparents, Charles W. and Martha Mitchell.
He is survived by Gayle Wilkins of O'Fallon, Ill.; three children, Kelly (Thomas) Garreis of Edgewater, Md., Angela (Dan) Simpson and Tony (Colleen) Wilkins, both of St. Louis, Mo.; six grandchildren, Abigail and Noah Garreis, Nicholas and Lillian Simpson, and London and Colin Wilkins; his mother, Helen, nee Seibel, Beatty of Belleville, Ill.; and his father, Charles Mitchell of Belleville, Ill.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. K. Maliekel, his oncologist and friend; to the nurses and staff at Memorial Hospital; and to Northwestern University Hospital in Chicago, who supported him during his seven year battle with multiple myeloma.
Memorials may be made to the Shiloh Eagles or to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 5, 2008, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, Ill.
Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL, with the Rev. Doug Nicely officiating. Burial will be at Valhalla Gardens of Memory, Belleville, Ill.
GEORGE RENNER & SONS FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Ill.
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Clete Schwsegel
May 26, 2008
Gayle I am almost at lose to write in this book . I knew Spider for such a short time it seems butloved every minute I had with him and looked forward to his phne calls . He was the most fun of all the people I have ever met . He loved to insutmy every move but he knew how to make those remarks into addmiration and knew I waited far his next insult. I would try to get even but he always seemed to get the upper hand of any situation. He had a way of bringing people together like no one I know and thank to Steve I have so many friends I would have not had if had not entered my life. Miss him ? More than I can ever say ,but he will remain with me and you and every one else that had the fortune of knowing him . Good luck and Know I'm here if you need me.
Jeannette & Jim Macy
May 6, 2008
Gayle and family,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Sorry we couldn't be there with you. He will be missed and remembered. If you need anything please let us know.
Jeannette & Jim
Julie Macy
May 6, 2008
Aunt Gayle,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I just remembered one of the last visits with him, you guys pulling up in Tony's yellow Aztek and Steve holding his sign made of cardboard "SHE MADE ME RIDE IN THIS". He will be greatly missed. If there's anything I do for you or your family please let me know.
With love,
Jules
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL IMCU STAFF
May 5, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Tiffany Welmon
May 5, 2008
I am very blessed to of spent the time I did with Mr. Mitchell taking care of him in the ICU/IMCU. I remember the day Melissa and I took him out side to enjoy the sunshine, he really enjoyed that. I will always remember him as I eat at "Burts" Chuckwagon as I had found we share this as a favorite eating place. May God be with you and your family.
DAVE HANVEY
May 5, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Kurt Klein
May 5, 2008
Gayle,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Spider was very fortunate to have you and all you did for him. Please take good care.
Sincerely,
Eric Hall
May 5, 2008
Spider,
You were the rare breed that could excel at the games in life and still enjoy them as games. The same could be said for the game of life. You will be missed.
David & Peggy Creek
May 4, 2008
Spider:
I will always remember your smile and laugh. My brother and you always had something going and it usually got somebody in trouble. What a Pair.
The days of Softball and some beers at the Bierhaus will always be a cherished memory
Heaven has truly got a Great Guy on the way.
Victoria IMCU Memorial Hospital
May 4, 2008
I was saddened on Friday when I heard the news of your great loss. I was so glade Tiffany and I had went over to the convalescent center to see Mr. Mitchell a few weeks ago. I enjoyed taking care of him during his stay in the IMCU. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days to come.
BILL KOROBEY
May 4, 2008
just wanted to take this time to thank you for all the great times. you made my life better. you are a very special person and i will miss you. when you get to heaven say hi to danny for me. looks like now you will have a great foursome. enjoy the rest of your life, you earned it.
May 4, 2008
Dear Gayle,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you, your family and Steve's family. He was very fortunate to have you in his life and all that you did for him. Take care, and if you need anything, please don't hesitate to call me.
Love,
Brenda
Nancy McNay
May 4, 2008
Spider,
Thank you for all of the laughs and fun during the days of the Shamrocks. You were a long time dear friend...back to our water skiing weekends at Crab Orchard Lake. I always admired your zest for life. My sincere sympathy to your family and to the many that loved you. Have a great time golfing and fishing with the angels, and keep them laughing with that great smile of yours.
Nancy McNay
XXXOOO
Sharon Coltharp
May 4, 2008
I sure am going to miss the short but always funny phone conversations I had with Steve. He will be so very missed. Gayle, you did a wonderful job caring for Steve and I know he knew that too. Take Care - Love, Sharon
Nancy A. McNay
May 4, 2008
Spider,
Thank you for all of the fun and laughs we had during the days of the Shamrocks. You were a long time dear friend...back to our water skiing weekends at Crab Orchard. My sincere sympathy to your family and all of the many that loved you. Have a great time fishing and golfing in heaven. Keep the angels smiling!
Nancy McNay
XXXOOO
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