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Chess Mizell Obituary
Chess Ronald Mizell of Midland, Mich., passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 15, 2013 in College Station, Texas where he was attending Texas A&M University.
Funeral services for Chess will take place 10 a.m. Saturday, February 23, from the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church with Fr. Peter Gaspeny officiating. Chess' family will receive friends at the Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Home from 2 to 4 & 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, and at the church on Saturday morning from 9 a.m. until time of the service.
In addition to services in Midland, Chess will be honored at Silver Taps at Texas A&M campus in College Station on April 2, 2013. Silver Taps is a sacred tradition that Aggies hold dear.
Chess was born April 26, 1990 in Midland. He attended Blessed Sacrament grade school and Northeast Middle School. He graduated from Midland High with the Class of 2008 and was proud to be a Chemic. Chess then attended Michigan State University, and was currently completing his degree at Texas A&M. Chess was so excited that he would be presented with his "Aggie" ring in April of this year.
Chess was an avid sports enthusiast and focused his playing career on soccer. He played for the Midland Soccer Club, TNT Soccer in Lansing, Midland High and the Michigan State University club team. In 2007, Chess was named goalie for the Saginaw Valley Dream Team. He also found a love for lacrosse in high school. Chess' Mother lovingly documented through photography the years of soccer that Chess played, and the many fun things that he did with family and friends. Chess was also particularly proud of the several victories he had with his Dad in father-son golf events at the Midland Country Club.
Chess was a dedicated PC gamer, including WoW, Diablo II and others. He also loved Myth Busters and attended their recent show in Detroit with his Mom and Dad. He enjoyed adventure and spending time up north in Michigan with his mom and dear friends. During his studies in Environmental Sciences at Texas A&M, he found a passion for mitigating the effects of Climate Change. He was looking forward to being an Intern this summer in Dow's Environment, Health and Safety Remediation group. Chess had a great heart and was bestowed with a most beautiful smile. He will be remembered for his romantic optimism, love of white rice, crunchy mac and cheese and his gentle ways. We are all blessed to have been loved by him.
He was preceded in death by his grandpa Ronald Jeffrey and uncle Aaron Williamson.
Survivors include his parents, Michelle Jeffrey and Chess Mizell; grandparents, Martha Jeffrey and her husband Don Tuszynski and Chess and Patsy Mizell; and sister, Kayla Mizell. He is also survived by his stepmother, Kristen Mizell; stepsiblings, Kevin and Katherine; step-grandfather, Harold Kelley; aunt, Debbie (Jeffrey) Williamson; uncles, Patrick (Tara) Jeffrey, Dunn (Shelley) Mizell and Lee (Jamie) Mizell as well as several cousins. He also leaves behind his dear chocolate lab, Izzy, who we know will miss him so much. Chess also treasured the many dear friends he made throughout his life. They all had a special place in Chess' heart.
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Memories and Condolences
for Chess Mizell
Debbie Williamson
March 15, 2013
I still cannot believe my beautiful nephew isn't just a few hours away, hanging at school, ready to text me back. I am so grateful that I was able to see him at Christmas. Know that Chess will ALWAYS be in my heart.
Ted Coats
March 6, 2013
Hello Chess and Family,
I took a look for my original entry here and did not see it, so I want you to know you've been in my thoughts, on my heart, and in my prayers.
Reetika Rawat
March 5, 2013
Chess,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Jim-Bob & Chris Williams
March 2, 2013
Michelle, Chess, and family
We were deeply saddened to hear the news. You are in our prayers during this sorrowful time.
Roger Gast
February 28, 2013
Chess and Family,
I was so saddened to hear of young Chess's passing. I been keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Please know you have many DAS friends here in Indy praying for you during this time of grief.
February 27, 2013
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family, Chess. There simply are no words to ease the pain, but may you find comfort each day.
Amy Smith
February 27, 2013
Dear family, as a grandmother of a classmate, Benjamin Florey, of your son, we are so sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Donna Bennet and family.
Cathy Menning
February 27, 2013
Chess,
I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My prayers are with you and your family.
Mark & Barbara Emonds
February 26, 2013
We were very saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. I cannot imagine what you and your family are going through; but you have our sincere condolences.
February 26, 2013
Love, M (tgmitwww)
Tom Wolcott
February 26, 2013
Chess and family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of loss.
Karen Schweitzer
February 26, 2013
Dear Chess,
I was very saddened to hear of the passing of your son Chess. The words are very difficult to find. I pray that God will comfort you and your family in this difficult time.
My heartfelt condolences,
Beth Rubin-Wilson
February 25, 2013
Dearest Chess,
My sincere condolences for your tragic loss. I wish you peace and strength in days to come.
Mark & Ginger Hadd
February 25, 2013
Dear Chess, Michelle, and family:
We are deeply grieved to hear about the loss of your son and wish very much that this bitter dish had not been served. We offer our most heartfelt condolences, and we pray for your courage, strength and resilience to carry on through the healing journey.
Pam Wood
February 25, 2013
Chess & Family, I have lifted you up in prayer that the Lord will carry & comfort you through this difficult time. Being a parent myself, my heart goes sank and grieved for you...I just cannot imagine.
Ajay Mulpur
February 25, 2013
Dear Chess,
Very sorry to hear this sad news and your loss. I pray for strength to you and your family.
Ajay
Bryan Baker
February 25, 2013
Chess,
I was so sad to read about the loss of your son. My prayers are with you and your family.
Suzanne & Scott Fuson
February 25, 2013
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Janet Rutkoski
February 24, 2013
May God be with you during this difficult time. Heaven has truly gained another Angel. As a parent, I cannot imagine what you are going through right now. Remember Chess for the loving, bright young man that he was.
Loes van Dam
February 24, 2013
Though I didn't know Chess for that long, he was always fun to be around and made class that much better. It was an honor to have known him and I will always remember him fondly. My prayers go out to the Mizell family during this hard time.
Roberta Ressler
February 24, 2013
Chess, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, and I wish you peace and comfort.
Renae, Randy, Matthew, and Tyler Hillestad
February 24, 2013
Michelle and Chess,
We are so sorry for your loss. We've been thinking of you since we heard. He sounds like he was a wonderful young man and will be missed by everyone. Our prayers are with you.
Dinky Hammam
February 23, 2013
Dear Sweet Chess...too soon. Too too soon. I was looking forward to watching you grow up. You will be sorely missed. Please watch down over my family and I...and keep those quirky smarmy quotes coming! Love you.
Terri Olson
February 23, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Mizell family during this time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Terri and Mark Olson
February 23, 2013
Chess was a wonderful young man, always a joy to be around. I was in many classes with him throughout the years and his smile always brightened my day. I can't believe he's gone. My prayers are with your whole family, and Chess' many friends.
Gina Malczewski
February 22, 2013
So sorry for your loss! Brian had lots of good times with Chess, and we remember him fondly. We hope your many happy memories give you great comfort.
Jeannie Phillips
February 22, 2013
Chess,
I am so very sorry and sad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 22, 2013
Chess and Family;
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of Chess. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom & Lisa Kellen
Martin Tooley
February 22, 2013
Chess and family, my deepest and most sincere condolences for your tragic loss.
Scott Phillips
February 22, 2013
Chess,
Words cannot express the sorrow and sympathy that Jill and I and many, many folks are feeling for you and your family. At times like this, the only place to turn is to the comfort that comes from Christ. May you take solace in John 10:27-28: "My sheep hear my voice, I know them and they follow me. I give them eternal life and they will never perish. No one can take them out of my hand." May God comfort and hold you in his loving arms and may you always treasure the times that you enjoyed with little Chess.
Libbie Marsh
February 22, 2013
I am very saddened to hear of Chess' death. I had him as a student at MHS, and really enjoyed having him in class. He was a wonderful individual.
Denise Hansen
February 22, 2013
Chess and Family,
May all the wonderful memories bring you peace and joy. You are all in my prayers.
Deb & Pat Lucia
February 22, 2013
Michelle & Chess,
Words are not adequate to express the sorrow we feel for your loss and pain. Just wanted you to know Chess will always be a part of our treasured memories from Maria's class at Blessed Sacrament. Our deepest sympathy.
Michelle DeBuck
February 22, 2013
Chess and family - I am sorry for your loss. I am praying that you find comfort and peace being surrounded by friends and family during this difficult time.
Chris and Tammy Hamilton
February 22, 2013
Chess and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. We remember the many times you spoke so fondly about your son. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ro and Bob
February 22, 2013
Chess
So sad to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Priscila Freitas
February 22, 2013
Chess, I can't imagine the size of your pain, please accept my deepest sympathies.
Kathy Putt
February 22, 2013
Chess,words cannot express how deeply sorry I am to hear of your loss. May God wrap his arms around you and give you and your family strength. May the many wonderful memories of your son sustain you and give you peace. I keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Heather & Brian Marinik
February 22, 2013
Kristen & Chess, We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you each and every day. Your son was obviously an amazing young man with steadfast friends - he had wonderful examples to follow in both of you.
Marilena Monti
February 22, 2013
Chess,
I am speachless
This is so sad and so unfair and so irreal ...
I will never forget Little Chess
I've been thinking of you and, spiritually, I am there for you.
Fondly,
Marilena
John Bost
February 21, 2013
Chess, I'm sorry about your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Bryon and Jasmine Bootman
February 21, 2013
Chess,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bryon & Jasmine Bootman
February 21, 2013
Chess,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mark and Linda Cassells
February 21, 2013
Chess and Michelle, In times of such great saddness all we can really do is express our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Let your faith and the friendship expressed in this guest book help you through these terrible times.
Ron Leng
February 21, 2013
Chess, I was deeply saddened to hear about your son. He looked like a fine young man and I know he made you proud. May you cherish the memories of the time he was with you. I pray that God will comfort you and give you a measure of peace. in sympathy
Dominic Zoeller
February 21, 2013
Michelle and Chess. You are both in my prayers. I am terribly sorry for your loss.
Anton
February 21, 2013
"The Lord is near to those who have broken heart.."
The Oakley Family
February 21, 2013
Michelle and Chess,
Words cannot express the sadness we feel in our hearts for you. We enjoyed getting to know Chess from travel soccer when the boys were younger. Those were special times. We will always remember Chess by his sense of humor and smile. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie Boillat
February 21, 2013
Chess, Michelle -- So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Susan Williams
February 21, 2013
Chess and Family,
We will hold you up in prayer for strength and comfort during this very difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Your son's story has touched our heart as the write up was beautiful.
Aylin Bartlett
February 21, 2013
Chess,
I am so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. My heart goes out to you and your family in this most difficult time. May the strength of God be with you. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Aylin
John Anderson
February 21, 2013
Chess: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Meaningful words are very difficult to find. I DO know that the many friends and colleagues you have made over the years are concerned for you and your family and are grieving for you, our friend.
February 21, 2013
Chess and Family,
I remember the time little Chess was with you at the DASTech picnic, my son was with me and we played softball. I felt they were doing us a favor so we could field two teams. It was a good day. I sympathize with your grief and pray that through your faith you experience a peace that is beyond your understanding.
Sincerely,
Randy Hukill
Pam Stevens
February 21, 2013
Chess: Sometimes we have to be glad that people stay around as long as they do, even if that time is too short for us. I'm sure this is a difficult time for you and your family - sending healing thoughts your way.
Dawn & Bill Shiang
February 21, 2013
Michelle and Chess, no words for such an inexpressible sorrow for your loss. We hope your faith and love of those around you may bring you comfort.
Dave Winstone
February 21, 2013
Chess,
Having worked with you over many years and having kids of the same age away at college, I feel your pain and sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Christopher Oliver
February 21, 2013
Chess, my most sincere condolences to you and your family.
Cyro Pecora
February 21, 2013
My dear friend Chess. As you know I just recently lost a very close and loved person and at this moment I do know the pain endured cannot be relieved, the loss can never be replaced, the memories can never be cast away; but with some amount of compassion, thoughtfulness, gentle words, one can surely help ease the pain. These condolence messages will help remind, that although death separates us from one another in body, in spirit, the person always remains alive. Alive through the kind words they said to us, the caring deeds they did for us, the lesson that they taught us, and the example that they were to us. Let us remember them in our prayers, in our fond memories, in our everyday actions, so that remembrance brings joy, not tears.
Be certain that I am with you and your family in thoughts and prayers as well our entire STO Tech Center Team.
Cyro Pecora, Jr.
Julie Maurer
February 21, 2013
Chess- The world is a darker place without his light. I hope you find consolation in the love of your family and friends. Your colleagues at Dow are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Wayne Blaylock
February 21, 2013
Chess - I was so saddened to hear about your tragic loss. My first thoughts were of what a great relationship it seemed you two had from the brief glimpses I got during his phone calls to you over lunch. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family.
Daniela Moreira
February 21, 2013
Chess, I have no words to say sorry... My prayers is with you and your family.
February 21, 2013
Chess, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I pray god will be with you and your family helping you get through these hard times. Brantley
February 21, 2013
Michelle and Chess,
My thoughts and prayers are with you!!!
Mark Rauschuber
February 21, 2013
Chess, Michelle,
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. There are no words to express our level of grief over your loss, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Joe and Jean Lindsly
Andy Murray
February 21, 2013
Chess & Family, our thoughts are with you all during this unimaginable period of sadness and grief. Love and friendship from the many, many people around you who deeply care.
Matt Bassett
February 21, 2013
To lose a loved one so young is tragic. You and your entire family are in my thoughts.
Scott Fleming
February 21, 2013
Chess, I am so sorry to hear the sad news of your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
February 21, 2013
Chess and Family,
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Chess Jr. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom & Jenn Scagnoli
Rita Wilson DAS
February 21, 2013
Chess & Family - I work at DAS and while I don't think I've met Chess personally, I wanted to send my heartfelt condolences to all of you. As a parent myself, I can't imagine what you are feeling right now. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you that you'll have peace in your heart.
Drew Powers
February 21, 2013
Chess and Michelle,
I'm terribly sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family and friends.
Michael Donnelly
February 21, 2013
Nothing is more crushing then a loss of a child. We lost our wonderful niece Julia to a tragic accident as she was on her way to visit her beloved cousins in 2008. She is with us always and find comfort through keeping alive the joy and happiness she brought to all of us. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike
Paul Keptner
February 21, 2013
Chess and Michelle: I am deeply saddened with you in your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 21, 2013
Chess e Familia,
Desejo que a paz de Deus possa confortar os seus corações. Dacio Menezes - Brazil
Mohan Sarda
February 21, 2013
Chess,
I hope and pray that God will give you and your family the strenght to deal with this tragic loss and know that your family will be in our prayers.
Stacey Kurchak-Powers
February 21, 2013
Chess,
I am so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your son. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Wells
February 21, 2013
Chess,
My shock and sadness are so deep, there are no words. I am so sorry I can't be with you, but I am thinking of you and Little Chess, and I know how special you were together. I will always remember him in that way.
Douglas Cameron
February 21, 2013
Chess, as a father myself I cannot imagine the grief you are going through at this time. My deepest sympathy for you and your family. Douglas
February 21, 2013
Chess and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Chess Jr. Our thougths and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless. Mike & Judi Culy
Balaji Venkataraman
February 21, 2013
Chess: We are saddened by this loss and our prayers are with you and your family.
Mike Gonzalez
February 21, 2013
Chess, Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Jill Bouck
February 21, 2013
Michelle and Chess,
There are no words to express how saddened I am by what you are going through. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kellie Darbonne
February 20, 2013
I was a fellow classmate and enjoyed sitting next to him through countless GEOG classes here at Texas A&M. He was a wonderful man and a great friend. I pray for your family during this time of grief.
Sahoko Takeuchi
February 20, 2013
Kristen, So sorry for your loss. My prayer is with you.
Diane Sugnet
February 20, 2013
I am so sad to hear about the loss of Chess. He was a wonderful student and I enjoyed having him in class at Midland High. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jim and Cathy Jackson
February 20, 2013
Chess and Michelle, words aren't adequate here, but we wanted to share our deepest sympathy and prayers at the loss of your young son.
Jeff and Marci Feerer
February 20, 2013
Michelle, Marci and I are so sorry to hear of this terrible tragedy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
February 20, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Kristie Sherrell, Justin, Tyler & Dani Huntress
Sharon Schram
February 20, 2013
Kristen, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jane and Ron Lacher
February 20, 2013
Michelle and Chess, I am in complete disbelief and cannot fathom what you are going through. But please know that you are and will be in our thoughts and prayers for a very long time.
February 20, 2013
Michelle
I can't even imagine what you are going through. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. May the Lord comfort you and ease your pain. Love from Nebraska
Cheri Hellem
February 20, 2013
Kristen sending you and your family my symnpathy and prayers. Connie Lopez
Brian McKinney
February 20, 2013
Chess,
Sorry to hear about your loss of your son. My family will keep you in yours in our prayers during this difficult time.
Joanna Giovanoli Potts
February 20, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Kristen. So very sorry.
Tiffany Pringle
February 20, 2013
*hug*
February 20, 2013
Dear Michelle,
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your son, Chess. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Kevin and Kelly Howard
Rich, Scott, and Marti Guidotti
February 20, 2013
We are so sad to hear about Chess. He was a wonderful young man, student, son, and athlete. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Joanna Newton
February 20, 2013
Kristen, my thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Stay strong
Al Paulsen
February 20, 2013
Chess, Michelle, Kristen,
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time.
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