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Raymond Mitchell Obituary
MITCHELL RAYMOND HARRY MITCHELL, III Of Alexandria, VA died on Saturday, September 29, 2007 at INOVA Mt. Vernon Hospital. He was predeceased by his son, Brian G. Mitchell and his grandson, Timothy James Mitchell. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Edwina Willis Mitchell "Jill"; father of Sharon M. Almes of Woodbridge, VA, Bradford S. Mitchell (Mary) of Cherryville, NC, Susan M. Noviski (Tom) of Woodbridge, VA, Christopher W. Mitchell (Mary Kay) of Springfield, VA and Kimberly M. Hart of Stafford, VA. Raymond is also survived by 24 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Demaine Funeral Home, 520 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Interment will be held Monday, October 15 at 11 a.m. at at Quantico National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 124 Park Street SE, P0 Box 699, Vienna, VA 22180.
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for Raymond Mitchell
Kimi Cat
September 30, 2025
Miss my daddy so very much
Kimberly M Hart
September 27, 2024
I miss you Daddy so very much!
Kimi
Sherrie Almes
September 29, 2008
Daddy,
It's hard to believe a year has gone by since you left us on this plane. You are so terribly missed by so many. Thank you for the messages.
Love you more,
Sissy
capt. kimi hart
October 29, 2007
MY SWEET, SWEET DADDY,
IT WAS A MONTH AGO TODAY THAT WE SHARED OUR LAST I LOVE YOU'S WITH YOU IN PERSON, BUT THE I LOVE YOU'S WILL NEVER STOP. I MISS YOUR PHONE CALLS FROM THE RIVER TO SHARE WITH ME THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BIRD OR A RARE BUTTERFLY,ETC...OR JUST TO CALL WHILE WAITING FOR MOMMY TO COME OUT OF THE TWIST AND CURL. YOU AND MOM HAVE ALWAYS BEEN MY HEROS. I MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH THAT WORDS JUST DON'T SAY ENOUGH SO I WILL JUST ASK THAT YOU GIVE MY LOVE TO MY BOBBY AND THE OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS WHO WALK WITH YOU NOW IN GOD'S WONEROUS PLACE. I WILL SEE YOU WHEN I GET THERE AND THANK YOU FOR BEING THE WONDERFUL TEACHER TO US ALL. WE ARE ALL TAKING CARE OF MOMMY AS I'M SURE YOU ALREADY KNOW. HUGS AND KISSES, CAPT. KIMI
Jessica Mitchell-Carter
October 29, 2007
My Dearest Grandaddy,
I know that you are at peace and no longer fighting, but there are so many things that I wish I could have said even if you may have already known them. You are my hero, I have never in my life met such a mountain of a man with the kindest hand and encouraging word as you. I am glad that you are with Uncle Brian and Timmy but my heart still aches just the same. I love you and miss you terribly. I know that you are always with me and all of the family and for that I am happy and feel blessed to have been apart of this wonderful love that created this beautiful family. Love you forever and ever to the moon and stars above. Jessi (The Marine)
David Ganary
October 19, 2007
My cousin Ray, you have meant so much to our family and to me personally. Always calling me while sitting by the "Beautiful Potomic" as you referred to it just to check in and see how I was. You are loved and you will be missed but above all you will be remebered in our hearts for ever.
Chris Mitchell
October 4, 2007
My Friend, My Coach, My Hero, and most of all My Dad. You have blessed my life with so much love and compassion. Your smile, your daily phone calls, your kind and gentle words and your hugs are just a few of the many things I am already missing. I will always cherish our coffee talks "down the river". Dad you can rest easy, Mom is in good hands. We all are watching over her and will give it our all to keep her safe. Your legacy will live on "Mister Man".
God Speed....
Love Ya Bunches, KeKe
Linda Ganary-Bergey
October 4, 2007
I shall greatly miss my big, handsome, loving, cousin, Raymie with his laughing eyes and big booming, joyous laughter. He was ever faithful, always calling or emailing to check in on us (me), especially after Mom passed on. I know she is there waiting with open arms to greet him and to show all the neat places and things to do with one of them being their favorite thing: Flying. Oh how they both loved to fly and now Ray and Fay are together again and can fly free along with Al and Brian. God bless and love them both for they are truly His free spirited children. I send my love and prayers to the family, my southern cousins.
Love always, His Lindy Girl:
Cousin Linda
Season Majors
October 3, 2007
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Mitchell as I admitted him to our unit at Mt. Vernon Hospital and in that very short time he made a lasting impression. Since I am in management I don't often get intimate moments with patients but we had the opportunity to talk and he asked if I was an angel and if I could just sit by his side. It reminded me of why I went into this field and the difference that I could make in a life so near its end. According to him he had been through a lot with his health over the last year and it was comforting to know that despite how sick he was when he came in he still had such a warm heart. I am sure his family was lucky to have him.
rebecca Ramos
October 3, 2007
I miss G-Daddy very much but I'm blessed to have had him as a father figure for the last 17 years!!! G-Daddy lived a very full life and that's why I feel as much peace as I do with him being gone in the flesh!!! G-Daddy has always been around loving people that brought him happiness and I'm happy to say that they are my family!!!! love ya, Becky
Susan Mitchell Noviski
October 3, 2007
Daddy, My dearest Daddy...I am missing you sooooo much! You are My hero. You always gave me strength and encouragement, you said to believe in yourself. I know Daddy that Brian & T.J. are with you holding your hands in heaven and pray the three of you will continue to watch over me until I make my journey home to you. Please don't worry about Mommy, WE ALL are taking care of her. I Love You, Your Loving Daughter Suzi
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