Obituaries

Richard Earl Mitchell, age 77, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, died October 15, 2023, at Medilodge in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. He was born February 10, 1946, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to the late Earl and Irene (Fortin) Mitchell.

Richard resided in Sault Ste Marie his entire life. He had many friends and enjoyed his many years working at Northern Transitions. Richard had many hobbies that included riding his bicycle, walks to the Soo Locks, preparing his famous pancake breakfasts, and going on occasional outings with his brother.

Richard is survived by his sister, Shirley Bugg of Newberry, Michigan; brothers, Merlin Mitchell of Flint, Michigan, and Harold (Sally) Mitchell of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan; and many nieces and nephews.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Marlene; brothers, Donald Mitchell and Gerald Mitchell; sister-in-law, Annette Mitchell; and brother-in-law, Vercil Bugg.

At the family's request there will be no services.

Final resting place is Riverside Cemetery in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.

Richard's family would like to express their deepest thanks to the entire staff at Medilodge for the excellent care Richard was given in his final years.