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Stephen "Steve" Mitchell

1952 - 2008

BORN

1952

DIED

2008

Stephen Mitchell Obituary

Stephen "Steve" Mitchell passed away peacefully Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008.
Memorial service: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Guardian Funeral Home.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association.
He was born Oct 10, 1952, in Austin to Mike and Katie Mitchell. He graduated from Southwest High School and continued to live in the Fort Worth area.
He was a loving husband, father, brother and grandfather. He worked 30 years as a brick mason. He was an avid sailor and a kind man. His hobbies were playing guitar and candle making.
He was preceded in death by his father, Mike Mitchell.
Survivors: His wife of 23 years, Cindy; children, Sarah Claunch(Nick) and Davin Mitchell (Char); mother, Katie Mitchell; stepmother, Cleta Mitchell; sister, Karen Farias; nephew, Josh Farias; and grandchildren, Haevyn, Ryland, Cree, Janine, Kaisten and Logan.

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

Published by Star-Telegram on Oct. 7, 2008.

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Marv Hillis

February 9, 2009

Cindy,
I was sorry to learn today of Steve's
passing. I'm sure you miss him, but he brought so much to life.

Julie Motley

October 8, 2008

Cindy,

Thinking of you every day, Please let me know if you need anything.

Cynthia Bishop

October 8, 2008

Dearest Cindy,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Steve was a great guy,and is at peace now. If there is anything we can do , Please, don't hesatate.
Tim and Cynde Bishop
Burleson, Tx

Glen Sonnier

October 8, 2008

My heartfelt sorrow for your loss. Before too much more time passes, I would like to hear from any family member about Karen Farias or Josh. You are in my prayers and in my heart.

Stalions

October 8, 2008

Davin and family, Sarah and family and Katie:
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find confort in knowing he is healthy again. Memories are forever!
Love to you all
Pam & Warren & David & Glenna

Bob Fouty

October 8, 2008

Cindy,our thoughts and prayers are
with you at this time
Bob Fouty and Michael Mooney

Stephanie Duffey

October 8, 2008

Cindy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything please let us know.

Verna Cossairt

October 7, 2008

Cindy and family
I just wanted to send you my prayers and let you know that us girls at finishmaster NRH are here for you , and our thoughts are with you ,
Verna , Elaine & Dolorse

Jackie Crawford

October 7, 2008

Cindy,
I was very sorry to hear about Steve's death. I am glad that you were with friends, especially Peggy, during the last days. I know it was hard to watch him die but I would like to believe that he is in a better place with a body and spirit that is healed and content. I hope that you will find peace in the days and weeks ahead.

Ann & Ron Souza

October 7, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Dave & Evy McClure

October 7, 2008

Davin,Sarah, and families. You are all in our prayers. Please try to find comfort in knowing that he has gone to a better place and no longer has any pain.

Diana Selman

October 7, 2008

Cindy and family.
our prayers and thoughts go out to all of you.we know steve will be playing in heaven for all of the angels to listen.If you need something please call .
Dan and Diana Selman

Lena Marchan

October 7, 2008

Sending my love and sympathy to my Aunt Cindy. I will always have Uncle Steve in my memories. I can say that he can know watch over little Daniel for me and maybe give him some guitar lessons.

Robert and Tawana Hamilton

October 7, 2008

Memories of guitar sessions, singing and laughter for hours on end will be the thoughts of Steve in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers to everyone in the Mitchell family.

Dee Oster

October 7, 2008

Cindy, Our hearts go out to you. If you need anything please call. Are prayers are with you.
Dee & Mary Ann

Denise Sanderson

October 7, 2008

Cindy, Our hearts are with you at this time. If we can be of any help, please don't hesitate to call. We are all thinking of you.

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