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Jack Mitchell Obituary
Great Falls —Jack L. Mitchell, 74, of Great Falls, died on January 6, 2014 at his residence.
Visitation will be at Schnider Funeral Home on Friday, January 10, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. His funeral liturgy will be at the Malmstrom AFB Fire Station Building on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., with interment to follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Schnider Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
Jack was born December 11, 1939, son of Carl E. and Gladys Mitchell in Chambers, Nebraska. He was the first born of eight children, and grew up in Wichita, KS. Jack attended All Saints Catholic School before joining the Air Force at the age of 17, While stationed at Chicksands AFB, UK, he met the love of his life, Patricia Willoughby; they married February 28, 1961.
He proudly served in the Air Force for over 20 years, including a tour in Vietnam. He was Air Search and Rescue on an HH43 as a paramilitary medic. He received several medals, including Distinguished Flying Cross. After traveling with the Air Force, he settled in Great Falls, Montana in 1974. He retired at Malmstrom AFB in 1977. Following his retirement, Jack was the fire chief at Malmstrom AFB, holding that job for over 22 years.
He loved camping with his family, Montana, and fishing, and was a talented artist.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia Mitchell of Great Falls; son John (Lisa) Mitchell of Las Vegas, NV; daughter Tina Mitchell of Great Falls; brothers Carl Mitchell and Robert Mitchell, both of Wichita, KS, Steve (Pat) Mitchell of Wheatland, WY, Kirk (Anna Beth) Mitchell of Smoot, WY, and Rick (Debbie) Mitchell of Lawrence, KS; sisters Kathy Mitchell of Springdale, AR and Patty (Larry) Pelto of Three Rivers, MI; grandchildren Scott, Maggie, Hannah and Seth Mitchell, all of Las Vegas; numerous nieces and nephews; Dave, Darcy, Ellie and Molly Crum (his Great Falls family); and his beloved dog Pongo.
He was preceded in death by his parents
Memorials are suggested to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 409 13th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405.
Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.schniderfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jack Mitchell
Brianna Berg
January 17, 2014
Maggie and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Just remember that 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.
jeremy murray
January 16, 2014
My Uncle, a man above many, rest in peace
World's Best Grandpa! Hail to the Chief!
Maggie Mitchell
January 16, 2014
Lisa Warrington
January 13, 2014
Pat and family,
I am so saddened to hear that Jack has passed away. He was a wonderful man and you are a wonderful family. Please let me know if I can do anything! Again, I am so very sorry.
Trista Hollern
January 13, 2014
Pat~ thinking of you and your family during this time.
Catherine Browne.nee O'Brien
January 12, 2014
Thinking of you all at this time.
From The family of the late Christopher O'Brien Dublin Ireland
January 9, 2014
Pat, John and Tina, We have been in DE for the past 18 years but I still read the G.F. Tribune on the net. Chris and I were shocked to read of Jack's passing. We send our sincere condolences to the family.
Alger (Pete) and Chris Peterson
Dale Grinolds
January 9, 2014
Our condolences to the family of a great man. Jack took a lot of us young Airman and gave us the right stuff. He held us accountable to do our jobs to the best of our abilities. He will always have a special place in our hearts. Dale and Carroll Grinolds 3-76 to 6-81
Michele Buhl
January 9, 2014
My condolences to you Tina and your family. It is hard to lose our wonderful fathers. God bless you and your family.
Michele Buhl
January 9, 2014
My condolences to the Mitchell family.
Matthew Briseno
January 9, 2014
I was sorry to hear of the passing of Jack. I found website with FD reunion information from 2010. Called Ron White and guided me here. Jack was Asst Chief during my years there and I have many fond memories of those days. Jack and his family is in my thoughts.
Brooke MacKay
January 9, 2014
Hi Pat, I am so sorry to hear about Jack. He was such a nice man and always so quite & polite. Thoughts & Prayers are with you and your Family, and I hope as the days pass, and as you return to life's routine, that you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Hugs!!
Ron & Darlene Knutson
January 8, 2014
Dear Pat and family, just wanted to let you know, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jack was such a nice guy with that dry sense of humor. RIP Jack
Ray & Darla Trudel
January 8, 2014
Our deepest sympathy in your loss, he will be missed by all.We have some good memories of our snowmobiling days. May God be with you all.
Teresa Lang-Court
January 8, 2014
Tina, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I have fond memories of him from our childhood, and I am holding you in my thoughts.
Marti Hunt and family
January 8, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Ashley Corbo
January 8, 2014
Am truly sorry to hear this, he was such a wonderful man, feel very blessed to have met him. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
Sheila Murray
January 8, 2014
Memories of a great guy; a kind nature and good sense of humour. We love you Jack. May you rest in peace. From Pat's relatives in UK and Ireland
Scott Anderson
January 8, 2014
I am very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I know he fought a good fight. I have lots of memories growing up of fishing at Tiber Reservoir and Flathead Lake and the Taco Treat late night runs with Jack. I am sorry I didn't get to see him later in life. My thoughts are with you Pat, John and Tina
John White
January 8, 2014
I am sorry to hear of Jack's passing.He will be truly
missed,and i am blessed to have met him.
Linda Shipley
January 8, 2014
Sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I worked with Jack for 20 yrs at Malmstrom. He and his crew could always be ready to spend our CE dollars! He always had a kind word and a smile. My prayers to the family.
Linda Bunker Shipley
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