George Mitch Gaskell
1929 - 2019
George Mitch Gaskell
1929 - 2019
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BORN
1929
DIED
2019
George Gaskell Obituary
Born: February 19, 1929; in London, England
Died: June 9, 2019; in McHenry, IL
George Mitch Gaskell of McHenry, born February 19, 1929 in London, England passed away Sunday June 9th.
Beloved husband of Barbara Gaskell, dear father of Debbie Gaskell, Mitch Gaskell and Christopher Gaskell (Denise). Stepfather of Jim (Janet) Swerbenski, Steve (Carrie) Swerbenski, Jean (Al) Elarde. Also survived by his beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Mitch served in the British Army but was proud to display the American flag. Life was always about family, friends and work.
A celebration of life to be announced. At 90 years young, "Big Mitch" will be missed by everyone.
Colonial Funeral Home is assisting the Gaskell Family with arrangements. For more information, visit www.colonialmchenry.com or call 815-385-0063
To plant trees in memory, please visit theĀ Sympathy Store.
Phyllis and Wally Marciniiak
June 25, 2019
Barb,
So sorry to hear about Mitch's passing. Our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family,
Phyllis & Wally Marciniak
Janice and Fred Guptill
June 21, 2019
Barb and Family,
So very sorry to hear about your beloved husband passing. Just saw this and I was shocked. He was a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and hugs to all of you.
Janice and Fred
Mark Kolby
June 15, 2019
Barb & Family,
Big Mitch led a blessed life with you.
We were all blessed to have him.
God Bless Big Mitch,
Your neighbors, Mark & Beth
Judy Gondek
June 15, 2019
Barb, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Judy Gondek
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JoAnne Matzke
June 15, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs.
Jeff & Kim Pulliam
June 14, 2019
"May you RIP, God Bless"
Nikole Raven
June 13, 2019
Sorry for your loss. RIP Big Mitch you will be missed
Rae Ewald
June 13, 2019
Just not even believable:( so many life's he touchedā„ RIP Big Mitch:)
janet swerbenski
June 13, 2019
RIP Janet & Jimbob
Denise Gaskell
June 13, 2019
My dearest father-in-law who taught me that family and freedom means everything and that a healthy dose of butter, honey, and tea daily are the nutrients for a long life. You will be so dearly missed. Love forever, your Lovely Gal.
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