James P. Mitchell, age 76, of Hackettstown died peacefully at home on August 28, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Brooklyn, NY to James & Olive Mitchell. He received an Associate degree at NYCC and a BA in Construction Management from Pratt Institute. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers.
He is survived by his loving wife Fay of 56 years, his children Jim & wife Linda, Dan & wife Kayleen and Tracy & husband Drew. Grandchildren J.J. & wife Candace, Erik, and Kelly. Surviving are two sisters, Janet & husband Fred, Dorothy & husband Dale, and many loving nieces and nephews.
Jim was a warm and loving gentlemen who was always willing to help others. He lived by the Golden Rule. He was an avid reader and loved watching the History channel. He played on and sponsored a team in the Hackettstown men’s softball league for years. He enjoyed watching the Mets & Giants.
He will be missed by many.
Visitation will be held at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ on Friday September 4, 2020 from 4-8 pm services to begin at 7:30 pm with the Dr. Rev. Frank Fowler officiating.
For those desiring donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Memorial Processing, 6725 Lyons Street, P.O. Box 7, East Syracuse, NY 13057 in memory of Jim.
11 Condolences for James P. Mitchell
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Paul Edward Wallace says
September 1, 2020 at 11:06 pmDear Mitchell Family
Though I have not seen Mr. Jim in years I absolutely loved the two year on the Softball team Mr, Jim Sponsored, and was so saddened to hear of his passing.
I do understand my words will fall short of providing the comfort you all need in these times, I will be praying Our FATHER in Heaven provide the comfort and shoulder to lean on only HE alone can.
May the LORD Bless You and Keep you all through Christ our LORD
Rev Paul & Robin Wallace
Fay says
September 10, 2020 at 2:04 pmThank you for your kind words. He will be missed by many.
Frank Zangari says
September 3, 2020 at 11:07 pmWorked with Jim many years. He was a wonderful man and a good friend. Deepest condolences Frank Zangari and family
Fay says
September 10, 2020 at 2:13 pmThank you Frank. It was a long road and he is at peace now.
Ray Lemasters says
September 4, 2020 at 1:27 amDear Dan and Kayleen,
I just learned of James’ passing. My condolences to you Dan and the Mitchell family, Very sorry to hear of this second loss so soon after Dick’s passing.
Ray Lemasters
Patty Valente says
September 4, 2020 at 4:32 pmTo Fay and Family-
We are so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing, but all of you have shown such love and devotion during his time of illness. May the fond memories start replacing the sad ones very soon.
With deepest sympathy,
Patty and Bob Valente, from Dr. P’s
Fay says
September 10, 2020 at 2:07 pmThank you Patty and Bob.
Ray Kietrys says
September 12, 2020 at 2:47 pmDear Fay,
I am so sorry and deeply saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. Jim was one of my favorite players in the Mens’ Softball League. He always had a smile on his face and had a wonderful sense of humor.
I am so sorry for your loss
Fay Mitchell says
September 13, 2020 at 4:57 pmThank you so much. His illness was a long road and he is now at peace.
Fay says
September 13, 2020 at 7:59 pmThank you Ray. He was battling his illness for a long time and he is now at peace.. He will be missed by many.
Eddie michniewicz says
December 1, 2021 at 4:55 pmJust came across this….Jim introduced me to my wife when we worked putting drive throughs on McDonald’s….. .he told me ” you’re going to marry that girl “…he was right..we’ve been married 42 years…..a nicer man you will never meet….
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