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Roosevelt Mitchell Obituary
Roosevelt J. Mitchell, Sr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 23, 2021. He was born on October 3, 1939 in Eastover, South Carolina to the late Thomas and Mae Bertha Mitchell. He was employed with ACME Backing Inc. for over thirty years and Pitney Bowes Inc. for almost twenty years until retirement. He is survived by his beloved wife, LaGretta Beckham Mitchell, three daughters, Sylvia J. Fields-Johnson (George), Patricia Mitchell, and Elaine Mitchell-Cobbs (Derrick); two sons, Darian Scott McCulley, Winfred Mitchell; one goddaughter, Tomeka Grimes-Church; two sisters, Johnnie Hudson and Mildred Hudson, nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Roosevelt J. Mitchell, Jr.; and four siblings, Lorenzo Hudson, Hattie Ginyard, Juanita Mitchell and Helen Sanders. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Union Baptist Church, 805 Newfield Ave., Stamford, CT. with Rev. Carleton J. Giles officiating. Interment will be private. Services entrusted to Graves Medley Funeral Services.
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The Genovese Family
October 10, 2021
Sending our condolences to the family. We will always remember how nice he was with all the kids and parents at his Newfield Elementary crossing guard post. He had a happy demeanor and loved talking about his wonderful family. May he Rest In Peace.
Tremayne
October 3, 2021
My sincere condolences to you and your family Elaine. May your Dad Rest In Peace.
Jen Docimo
October 2, 2021
His smile lit up the whole neighborhood. Instantly made me happy every time I got to speak to him before going into work. Such an amazing soul that will be so missed. Rest In Paradise
Kapitan Family
October 1, 2021
Thank you Roosevelt for safely crossing my children all their years at Newfield as well as hundreds of others. You were the best part of our day & you are truly missed. Xo
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Lisa
October 1, 2021
The friendliest school crossing guard. May he RIP.
Dania Corsello
October 1, 2021
We live across the street from Mr. Roosevelt´s crossing guard post and enjoyed seeing him twice a day for many years. My girls absolutely loved when he said to them, " you go girl!". The stories he told us of his grandchildren and gr. grandchildren were lovely. RIP Mr. Roosevelt, you will be missed.
Reseda Joyner
September 30, 2021
It was sad to hear about my old neighbor Mr. Roosevelt, he was so friendly & kind, always enjoyed when I ran into him anywhere and we would stop and have a quick word. My condolences to the entire family, it´s not an easy journey when a loved one dies, and I am praying for peace and comfort in your time of grief.
pearline crowell
September 29, 2021
i will miss hem at the Door telling me i should stop lying you were not sick your were on vacation you will be miss from by everyone
pearline Crowell
September 29, 2021
you are and my prayers and my thoughts
Francine e Roberts
September 29, 2021
RIP Uncle Ro. Going to miss you. Condolences to the family.
Barbara Wilmink
September 29, 2021
It was always a pleasure to be greeted by Roosevelt when I dropped off or picked up my grandkids from Newfield school. He made everybody feel special. He will be missed. My deepest condolences to his entire family.
Victoria & Sam Fishman grandparents of Andrew & Jena
September 28, 2021
Roosevelt will be missed by everyone. His warm ,engaging ,friendly personality greeted all Newfield families. We have lost a wonderful man
Joan Riordan
September 28, 2021
I work at Newfield School and walked past Mr. Mitchell many afternoons. He would always greet me with a smile and a "Hi Darling." His charm and kindness lifted my spirits. He will be missed.
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