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John Mizell Obituary
John "J.W." Wesley Mizell, 77, of Pensacola died Friday, January 1, 2016, after battling multiple health problems. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
J.W. was born June 9th, 1938 in Pensacola, FL to Jesse and Callie Mizell. He was a Pensacola High School graduate and joined the U.S. Air Force shortly after high school. J.W. retired from the Air Force after 23 years. Upon retiring from the Air Force J.W. went to work for civil service from which he retired after many years of service. J.W. was a devoted member of East Brent Baptist Church. He was an avid bowler, bowling three perfect games of 300.
He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Eloise Mizell after 38 years of marriage.
Survivors include his son Ken and wife, Ohmi; step-daughter, Carolyn Cayson and husband, Tommy and Peggy Schenck and husband, George; step-son, Tim Booth and wife, Debbie; brothers, Charles, James, and Donald; sisters, Juanita Fowler, Julia Wood, and Linda Hayes; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 05, 2016 at East Brent Baptist Church. Burial will be immediately following at Bayview Memorial Park.
Pallbearers will be Fred Sartwell, David Booth, Aric Booth, Stephen Neff, Mike Sewell and Jason Blaydes.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to East Brent Baptist Church, 4801 N. Davis Hwy., Pensacola, FL 35203.
BAYVIEW FISHER-POU CHAPEL, 3351 Scenic Highway is entrusted with arrangements.
Condolences may be offered at www.bayviewfisher-pouchapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Mizell
January 7, 2016
Ken,
Im so sorry to read about your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray you feel the warm blanket of peace that comes from Jesus Christ as you walk through this time. Love, Shannon McGhee
Robyn & Karen Read
January 5, 2016
Memories are precious. John was a great person, an excellent leader and fun to travel with. The Trout days were good ones. Our deepest sympathy to you and the Mizell clan.
ST 1982-1986
Sharon Pierce
January 5, 2016
Kenny I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll always remember meeting him in DC. .
John & Ann Foley
January 4, 2016
Kenny and the Mizell Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your Dad. We both enjoyed some great social events with your folks during our Trout years, and anytime laughter was heard, your Dad was usually the source! We will fondly remember John as a great Patriot, Leader, Mentor and Friend. I personally recall many of my successes with the Minnow were due in large part to John's inspirational leadership and willingness to throw everything at getting the job done correctly. Rest comfortably knowing your Dad was loved by many.
Burt & Carolyn Cayson
January 4, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lewis Svitenko
January 3, 2016
It is with heavy heart that I send you my deep condolence to you and your family over the loss of your Dad. John was a wonderful man and a true professional who worked tirelessly on the Trout while I was there. I could always count on him to get the job done to perfection. He had a keen sense of humor and always had a sparkle in his eye. He will be missed by you and your family but also by all of us who came to know and cherish him.
Lewis C. Svitenko ( Wolf Creek, OR)
Doing KP on the Trout.
Bill Plourde
January 3, 2016
Kenny, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Although we can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Your dad always made me laugh or just put a smile on my face when we worked and played together on trips with the Trout. I remember one trip we were in the kitchen helping Ron get ready for lunch, he showed me how to conserve food. I was impressed the way he peeled the onions. Just the skin came off, no waste. I think of him every time I get stuck with peeling onions.
He was a great asset to the USAF and Speckled Trout.
May God bless you and your family
Bill Plourde
Michael Burton
January 3, 2016
Kenny, so sorry for you loss. I had the privilege of working with you dad from 1973 to 1982 on the Trout. He was a great guy and teammate.
January 3, 2016
Kenny and all,
We have lost another great Chief. John was my friend and a great boss back in the "good old days.". Some of my best memories are of working with the Chief on the Trout and Minnow. He taught me a lot and made me laugh. John offered his home to me and a friend a few years ago on a Harley trip to NOLA and we had a great time reminiscing. It is a dreary, rainy day today and it fits the way I feel. Bobbie and I are very sorry for your loss.. Joe Williams, Cape Coral, FL
David Costa
January 2, 2016
Kenny so sorry for your lost, your dad was a great boss to work for because he was also a great mentor, so glad I got to work for and learn so much from him. Like you I too have wonderful memories of my time in the Trout working with your dad.
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