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Frank Mitchell Obituary

Frank Mitchell, 90, of Utica, passed away on October 1, 2025, at home. He was born, June 5, 1935, in Cairo, GA, a son of the late Edith Brown and Junior Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell worked for many years with the New York State Canal Corporation, prior to his retirement. Frank shared a loving relationship with Patricia Witherspoon, and then with Luella Harper, who predeceased him in 2023. Frank was a member and Worshipful Master of Adam Lodge #315, International Free and Accepted Modern Masons. In his leisure time he loved fishing, listening to music, and watching karate movies. He was a wealth of knowledge and enjoyed sharing stories about his life. He is survived by a brother Adrian and sister Marsha. He was predeceased by a brother Ronald, and sister Trisha. Frank also leaves many additional family members and dear friends who will cherish his memory. Relatives and friends are invited to call from 1:00-3:00 pm, on Friday, October 17, at Dimbleby Funeral Homes, Inc., 40 Main St., Whitesboro. Memorial tributes and messages of sympathy may be left at www.dimblebyfh.com.

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Published by WKTV on Oct. 7, 2025.

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1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Dimbleby Funeral Homes - Whitesboro

40 Main Street, Whitesboro, NY 13492

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40 Main Street, Whitesboro, NY 13492

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Diane Taylor

October 8, 2025

To the man who loved me before I was born, who exemplified love and protection and provision - you will be missed.

Love,
Keysha

STEPHANIE D SCHELL

October 8, 2025

Shared his knowledge with other people.

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