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Barry Mitchell Obituary
Barry Darrington "Mitch" Mitchell, of Manchester, the beloved husband of Tammy Mowel-Mitchell died Wednesday, January 4, 2017 in Manchester. Born in Mobile, AL he was the son of the late Mattie G. Mitchell. Mitch was a kind, proud, loving, caring man - he showed it in how he led his life. He was a security guard at Manchester High School for 18 years. Security Guard doesn't come close to describing all that he did at the High School - he loved his job, he loved the kids and he touched their lives. He was also an avid Dallas Cowboy fan. He was a great dad, he loved his kids. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his survived by his children, Barry Darrington Mitchell II, Samantha Mitchell, Erica Mitchell, Jasmine Mitchell and Dajara Queen Mitchell; four sisters Jane A. Glass, Shanavia LaLatrice Henderson, Patricia Nicole Henderson aka Jamon, and Regina M. Perry; six brothers, Joseph Roy Dennis, Earnest Lamar Mitchell, Robert James Mitchell, Karl O'Neal Mitchell, Darrell Frank Henderson and Dewayne Glen Perry; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his mother-in-law and father-in-law Rose and Stanley Mowel of Manchester. Funeral service will be held on January 14, 2017 at Smalls Funeral Home 950 S Broad St, Mobile, AL and Union Baptist Church, Fairford, AL. The John F. Tierney Funeral Home, Manchester has care of local arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.tierneyfuneralhome.com.
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Dave Morton
January 2, 2021
Hard to believe we lost this fine man. I am retired now but never forgot this legend of a guy. He was respected by everyone around him, the kids, the teachers, the administrators. I doubt anyone in that school was able to pick up where he left off, as it takes someone very special to do what he did...
Dave Morton
January 2, 2020
It's been three years and it's still difficult to believe....so young, so vibrant, so needed in the school he served...
January 13, 2017
His Brother and myself will miss the radom stop by on his way to see his mom. The last time he dropped by him,his brother and his niece went to eat at Golden Corral. And my daugther looked at me and said moma guess who came by and we went out to eat. I looked at her and I told her i am glad that yall did,and i hated it that i couldnt go because i had to work. We will miss you dearly Brother and Brother in Law. We Love you. Love Darrell and Bonnie Henderson and Briana Stone (Henderson)
Mike Cosker
January 12, 2017
I worked with Barry for 10 years at Caldor and practiced Akido with him. His widom and friendly smile helped me thru relations and challenges in my life. My deepest simpathy to the family.
Margaret Gonzalez
January 11, 2017
This was special freind and special man I going to miss you so much my son and you had bond like no other you so my kids threw high school and Frankie will always look for his buddy even special needs kids loved you your the best and will live on in are hearts
Gina D'Angelo
January 11, 2017
I only saw this man a handful of times but his smile was warm and he was so kind to my daughter and I. Deepest condolences to his family and friends especially his wife and children. What a mark he made in his community. You all should be so proud!
Rose & Stanley Mowel
January 11, 2017
With all Our Love to our Wonderful Son In Law. You will never be forgotten.
Erin Magowan-Payne
January 10, 2017
My kids absolutely loved him and I remember when my oldest Desiree Magowan fainted at school he rode with her to the hospital and made her feel safe and he always watched out for her younger siblings. My husband and him could never have enough time to discuss their Cowboys lol he will be truly missed so sorry for your loss.
Ebony Jackson
January 10, 2017
Words cannot express what my uncle meant to me! He was my hero, and we could talk about anything! He wasn't just a uncle he was my friend! I love you unc!
-Ebony Jackson
Stacee Outen
January 9, 2017
You will be missed. Rest in paradise and say hi to my baby girl for me. My deepest condolences to your wife and children. We love you Uncle Barry, or Uncle Bunny as my kids called you. Still haven't figured out how you didn't age past 18 but your daughter Erica did. You were funny and always good for a laugh. Hard times for your family right now.
Amanda Macey
January 9, 2017
My sister and I and a few friends would skip school at lunch time. My sister and I would give him a run for his money before he got the go-cart. And when he did get the go-cart he would catch us and he wouldnt write us up or get us into trouble he would talk to us in a calm voice and tell us what we did wrong but he made sure we made it to our next class. I had trouble in my teens and i was out of control but everytime i got in trouble the school conselor Mrs. Cuevas and Mitch would be right there to calm me down and talk me out of bad decisions. I just have to say my thanks because im a better person now. Thanks for all the advice and chasing us around school. You have inspired and impacted alot of children and people around you. You will truely be missed. My condolences and prayers to Mitch's family just know he will never be forgotten.
Donna
January 9, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with "DEE" as we called him back over 30 years ago at Caldor's Department Store in West Hartford on New Britain Ave. He was a security Guard back then too, he was ALWAYS smiling and brought smiles to everyone's faces. He was a pleasure to be around. Although I haven't seen him in a long time he will be missed and may he rest in peace. Prayers go out to his wife, children and extended family. Keep the memory alive and in your hearts, He will know.
Donna
January 9, 2017
To The Mitchell Family, As I knew him way back in the day from Caldors in West Hartford over 30 years ago, he was a security Guard there as well. He always cheered people up and brought smiles to all. "D" as we called him was a great person with a caring heart. Although we lost touch, he will not be forgotten, maybe he rest in peace and prayers go out to his wife and children and extended family. Keep his memory alive in your hearts.
Donna
Portia Daye-Rice
January 9, 2017
We share a beautiful life on this earth, your oldest child, Erica. I pray peace for your soul.
My prayers and condolences to your wife and All of your children and your grandchild.
I struggle with your home going. We had so many good years. While our lives went different directions, you always remained a special part of our family. We were all devasted by this news, but elated with the outpour of love for you. Your nieces and nephews still refer to you as 'Uncle Barry' because you continued to have a place in their hearts. On behalf of the Daye and Rice Family, rest peacefully. Sincerely Portia Daye-Rice.
Irma Nichols
January 8, 2017
I had the privilege of working with Mitch, a MHS for several months, he was a very kind man, and respected by all, my heartfelt condolences go to his family, May God bless you all, and Mitch R.I.P.
Teresa Gordon
January 8, 2017
My heart goes out to the family for a great loss too the entire community as, well I didn't know him personally. It would have been a pleasure too know him!! He was a great role model too follow behind!!
Lenois Johnson
January 8, 2017
Sorry for your loss, God bless the Family.
Dave Morton
January 8, 2017
Goodbye my friend. I am sure you are already caring for a new flock. We will miss you greatly and not forget what you did here.
karen moore
January 8, 2017
r.i.p mitch you are going to be missed sending prayer to the family
karen moore
January 8, 2017
you are going to be missed mitch sending prayers to the family
Holly Alessi
January 8, 2017
I may not have personally met you. But my Grandson did, and you left a lasting impression on him. May you rest in peace.
Finally got to sit in the Go Kart Me in the red last day of school in 09
Chalice Watkins
January 8, 2017
Last day of school with friend Jeanette
Chalice Watkins
January 8, 2017
Sharon Migliore
January 7, 2017
RIP BARRY I DIDN'T KNOW YOU BUT FROM WHAT I HAVE HEARD AND READ AND WATCHED ON TV YOU WERE A GREAT MAN AND MENTOR FOR THE KIDS GONE WAY TO SOON GOD BLESS.
Lizzy Labonte
January 7, 2017
Mitch, I hope your riding that golf cart around heaven with those shades on and lookin all cool xD. I didn't know you for very long but you certainly knew me, you may be gone but you are not forgotten by anybody. RIP Mitch, all prayers go to his family.
Janelly Centeno
January 7, 2017
My condolences to Mitch family. He will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful man
Koreena Grady
January 7, 2017
My deepest condolences to Mitchs family he was a great man n will deeply be missed
Koreena Grady
January 7, 2017
R.I.P Mitch Gone But Never Forgotten
Margarita Claudio
January 7, 2017
My condolences goes out to the Mitchell family .Rock the Heavens big Mitch
Joy Mounds
January 7, 2017
Mitch I will miss you and my dog walks will not the same. Everytime you saw me you would stop and say hello and all I can see is that great smile and your great personality. You will be missed By the community the students your family and anyone that you came in touch with. Rest in peace and you will always be in our hearts. Love joy
Sherry Skinner
January 7, 2017
My prayers go out to the Mitchell family. May Barry Rest In Peace. He was a wonderful and caring man.
derri Pickering
January 7, 2017
May he sleep in heavenly peace. Jasmin sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Arlene Ortiz
January 7, 2017
Mitch was an amazing person, who touched many young lives, myself included, while working at MHS. The one thing that stands out the most for me is at 17 years old my father had just passed away, it was almost the end of the year and I was emptying my locker and Mitch saw me, call me over and gave me the best support I could have gotten in that moment with a simple hug, he didn't give me any words of comfort just a hug, that let me know I was still stand and I could and would get through it. I don't think I ever told him how much that truly meant to me. I hope that his family can take comfort with the fact that he was so influential in so many lives.
Barry Mitchell
January 7, 2017
Our thoughts & prayers with you & the family. Love always.
Steven Echevarria
January 7, 2017
GOD is with you. You touched many , many will miss you.
Kelsey
January 7, 2017
My condolences to your family and friends. You have made such an impact on your community and will be missed. Rest in peace Mitch!
Jesse Howroyd
January 7, 2017
Deepest condolences to the Mitchel family. He was an amazing man, who cared for all of the students at MHS. I was lucky to have known him though MHS and always felt safer with him around. He was loved by everyone who knew him. Thoughts and prayers are with his family and those who knew "Big Mitch" best.
Prisella King
January 7, 2017
Mitch, you will be missed but will always be remembered for the marks you left on our hearts. You were not only a security guard at MHS, you were a positive influence on everyone you encountered with, a father, a uncle and friend to students who needed that guidance in their lives. Forever in our heart...never forgotten. Prisella King/Twin c/o 2002
Big Mike
January 7, 2017
Thank you for everything you did for me. May god bless your family. One love Big Mitch
Janice M
January 7, 2017
Words can not express the sorrow I feel over the loss of "Big Mitch". He will live on in the thousands of lives he touched as our children walked through the halls of MHS under his watch. My deepest sympathy to his family and I am holding all who feel this loss in my heart and in my prayers.
Nyasia Garcia
January 7, 2017
Mitch, You have touched the lives of many at Manchester High school. When we didn't believe in ourselves you did, you showed us that anything is possible. You will be missed very much. You are forever in all of our hearts. Condolences to the family for your loss to such a respectable and loving man.
Ingrid Bordner
January 7, 2017
Mitch, or "D" as Tammy called him, struck me as a gentle giant of a man with a heart of gold. I remember how, when his kids were very young, he would zip home from work every day to have lunch with his family, and his kids would be so thrilled to see him for that 1/2 hour or so. His biggest legacy, even more than the countless lives he touched at the high school, is how well he loved and cared for his wife and children. Our hearts go out to Tammy, Barry II and Samantha.❤❤
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