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Gladyne Mitchell Obituary
10/29/1940 - 12/04/2024
Gladyne was born on October 29, 1940, in San Francisco, to Mitchel L. and Emma K. Mitchell.
Gladyne was educated in the USA, Switzerland and Italy, graduating with degrees in art history and music. Upon her return to the US, she taught kindergarten for a few years then worked for her father in property management. After her parents' death, she managed her properties in San Francisco as well as babysitting the children of her friends.
Gladyne enjoyed travelling and learning other languages, fine dining and helping others. She donated to many charities: opera, music, museums, educating underprivileged children, as well as feeding the hungry in San Francisco.
Gladyne passed to her Eternal Reward on December 4, 2024. She was predeceased by her parents and her oldest brother, Holbrook. She is survived by two brothers, John and Alexander, as well as six nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at St. Dominic's Church, 475 East I Street, Benecia, CA. Wednesday Dec. 11, at 6 pm, Rosary and Dec. 12, at 11 am, Funeral Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Anthony's Foundation are appreciated. StAnthonySF.org - 150 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, 94102, (415)241-2600.
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Gabrielle Saveri
March 10, 2025
Dear Gladyne: R.I.P.
Gabrielle
Joan Marcello
January 4, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear about Gladine. I sound of about it only yesterday. I wiil always remember lovely moments at Marrymount School. I will miss her.
Nelinda D. Flueckiger
January 2, 2025
Gladyne was a friend of many years since high school in Rome. I knew her since I was 14 years old, and will keep those fond memories. She will be missed. Rest in peace in the bosom of our Lord, my friend.
Alexander Mitchell
December 26, 2024
Please be advised that I was not aware of the passing of my Sister, Gladyne until today. In any event, my prayers are for her soul as well as for the individuals - including her Family who cared for her.
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Marna Juarez
December 21, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Gladyne. I am so thankful for the wonderful phone conversations we had. God bless.
Barbara M. Skinner
December 11, 2024
Gladyne was a loving and trusted friend to me for over 40 years. She was gracious, supportive and sterlingly honest. She loved history and was always interested in good health and new medical science. Heartfelt condolences especially to Mary and Tony and all of her extended family. I will miss her greatly. With loving thoughts, Barbara M. Skinner
Martha Sullivan
December 11, 2024
I´m so sad to hear this news. I met Gladyne and Holbrook in 1980 at the annual RROC dinner and we were friends from that time on. She was dear to me and my children. I have many fond memories and she will be missed.
Sandra Gale McGuire
December 11, 2024
Gladybe and I shared the same block on Broadway for almost 20 years. We met because wine for my husband was incorrectly delivered to Gladyne:s home and she called us personally to alert us to its presence. As we all had a passion for wine we became immediate friends. In fact, Holbrook introduced my husband to the International Wine and Food Society where Michael became the Wine Chair. We enjoyed many wine centric events together. Gladyne and Holbrook were definitely part of our neighborhood experience in Pacific Heights. God rest her soul.
Antoinette Doyle
December 10, 2024
Gladyne Mitchell was a friend from St. Dominic-San Francisco parish who generously supported the initial campaign to seismically rehabilitate the church edifice. I have precious memories of her that I will cherish. RIP, Gladyne.
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