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Timothy Karl Mitchell
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Tim is survived by his wife, best friend and favorite ski buddy, Susan F. Mitchell; his children, Mike Mitchell (Gaela Mitchell), Erin Beaudet (Dave Beaudet), Jon Mitchell (Elisa Garvey), and Chad Mitchell (Bridget Mitchell), grandchildren Sam and Emma Mitchell, Trevor and Jack Beaudet, Chloe and Hadley Mitchell, and Ben, Hazel, and Lucy Mitchell. He also leaves behind his mother, Barbara Mitchell, his siblings, Linda Conprobst (Dan Conpropst), James Mitchell (Kathy Mitchell), and Rosemary VanGuilder (Gilbert VanGuilder), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews.
A graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Tim earned his Bachelor of Engineering Degree and worked for many years as a partner at Teele-Mitchell Design Builders in Clifton Park, NY.
Tim cherished his time hiking, hunting, and fishing in the Adirondacks. He equally loved spending winters living and teaching skiing in Big Sky, MT, sharing his love of the slopes with anyone who was willing to try to keep up.
Tim had an infectious spirit that drew people to him. He was always game for any proposed adventure or project and brought laughter and fun to all who knew him. He will forever be missed by his family and friends.
Tim died as he lived. He maintained his sense of humor and gratitude never complaining about the fate that took him far too soon. As in life, he was truly inspirational.
Gatherings to celebrate Tim's life will be held in both New York and Montana, allowing family and friends to come together to honor his memory and the impact he had on their lives.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Eagle Mount of Bozeman, MT (https://eaglemount.org/) or Double H Ranch of Luzerne, NY (https://www.doublehranch.org/). Eagle Mount provides opportunities for people with disabilities to enjoy the outdoors. Double H Ranch helps children with chronic or life threatening illnesses experience the Adirondacks.
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Greg Birbilis
December 18, 2024
Susan and I want to offer our condolences to the extended Mitchell family. I went to school with Tim and I had his children as my students. He was a great family man and it was an honor to know him. I did ski with him or should I say I skied behind him.
Brad Young
September 3, 2024
My condolences to Sue and the whole family..Tim will be greatly missed, such a stand up Guy and wonderful human being.
Jon Hallgren
August 28, 2024
Jon Hallgren
Our condolences from the Hallgrens. Tim will always be remembered for some great days on the snow and on our bikes. I too am one of the people who always fought to keep up. He always brought a lot of infectious energy and motivated the group! We will all miss him.
Angie DeWispelaere
August 26, 2024
Dearest Sue and family, our condolences. I loved putting our boots on in the locker room together, thinking of the fresh day ahead, and always trying to get you and Tim to try skate skiing. Your hearts were fully into alpine and your skiing reflected that. Both such beautiful skiers and talented instructors. What a guy, what a team you two made, and now we have the joy of spending time with Chad, Bridget, Hazel, Ben, and Lucy and Trevor and Jack. We feel blessed in getting to know more of your family. Sending you a lot of love and good memories.
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Mike Roth
August 26, 2024
For years we skied together, or should I say I was al a ays chasing Tim and the rest of the family. The plan was to meet at the mountain, we did and then that was that never to be seen again until they came around and lapped me on the trai. Watching him ski the steps was like a ballet and will never forget all the memories of the entire group passing me again. We will be missed and my condolences to Sue and the rest of the clan.
Jennifer Reed
August 24, 2024
Tim made me ski down Otter Slide!!! I was super scared, but he stayed close and coaxed me down with grace! That was Tim--he knew a person could do something even though it might seem difficult or scary. I always seemed to have a little more confidence when skiing with BOTH Sue and Tim. We'll post more memories, but I will never forget that day on Otter Slide. I felt as if I really challenged my fear of heights and accomplished something special -- I couldn't have done it without him. We will miss him so much here in Big Sky. Much love to Sue and the family. Jennifer Reed (and Bill)
Ashleigh Ferguson
August 23, 2024
Uncle Tim and Aunt Sue were so generous in inviting us to go out to Big Sky and stay with them. Some of the best vacations I have had were with my hooligan cousins. Thank you for instilling such an adventurous side into all of us. I will continue to think of Uncle Tim when I go skiing. From the oranges and sandwiches in my breast pockets to waiting at the end of the trail to cheer the other hooligans on. And of course finishing off the day by having kids make the adults whiskey sours as they hangout in the hot tub. Sending love to you all, "follow the fall line". <3
Greg Birbilis
August 21, 2024
I´m so sorry to learn of Tim´s passing. He was 2 years in front of me at BH. He was an amazing skier. When I taught at Galway he volunteered with our Outdoor Education Program. Tim was a huge asset. When I took my family to Montana Tim offered us his house. He was that type of guy.
Bob Vittengl
August 21, 2024
Sue and Mitchell Family ,
So sorry for your loss. The little time I shared with Tim was amazing , as he always had an adventure , just around the corner.
Life is way too short , Tim was a very special soul . He will be missed .
Bob Vittengl
August 21, 2024
Bill Reed
August 20, 2024
When I first started skiing in Big Sky, I was introduced to Tim by Dick Fast. We were skiing in the bowl and the first thing Tim said was, you are never too old to get to be a better skier. I was 60 then and thanks largely to Tim and Sue, I got to be a much better skier but nowhere near as good as Tim and Sue.
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