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1958 - 2009
Gary Mitchell, 51, Bidwell, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday,
October 26, 2009, while working near Vinton. He was born May 8th, 1958, in Gallia County, son of Elsie Sexton Mitchell, Bidwell, Ohio, and the late Otho Gary Mitchell.
Gary married Gina Wolford Mitchell on October 17th, 1992, in Gallipolis, Ohio and she survives in addition to his mother, Elsie. Also surviving are three sons: Gary Eugene Mitchell, Jeremy Harmon, and Aaron (Lacey Lane) Mitchell, and one daughter, Jennifer Elizabeth Sue Mitchell, all of Bidwell; and several extended family and friends.
Gary was a 1976 Graduate of North Gallia High School and he was the owner and operator of Sticks and Stones, a logging company in Bidwell. He was a member of the Ohio Forestry Association-Loggers Chapter and he attended Garden of My Heart Holy Tabernacle Church in Bidwell.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM, Friday, October 30th, 2009 in the Harvestime Worship Center, Main Street, Vinton, with Pastor John Wood officiating. Burial will follow in Vinton Memorial Park under the direction of the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton.
Friends may call at the Harvestime Worship Center on Thursday, October 29th, 4:00 - 8:00 PM.
In Lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to help with final expenses be mailed to: The Gary Mitchell Memorial Fund, c/0 McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, P.O. Box 148, Vinton 45686.
Condolences may be sent to www.timeformemory.com/mm
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There are currently 28 condolences.
Myrandia Taylor
mtay2011@yahoo.com
Monday December 28, 2009 at
3:06 PM
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I'm sorry to hear about the loss of a great friend. I now know how it feels when God is ready for you to go He will take you; but remember God makes no mistakes in who He takes. I love you guys love always Myrandia Sue Taylor
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Pastors Ted & Barbara Glassburn
babtuffspike@yahoo.com
Tuesday November 3, 2009 at
9:22 AM
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We were blessed to have a son-in-law like Gary. A lot of things we don't understand, but God said we had a time appointed and we must keep that appointment.The most important thing is to be ready to go and Gary was. About 8 or 9 months ago Gary and Gina re-dedicated their lives back to the Lord. We were proud that they were part of Garden of My Heart Holy Tabernacle Church.We all must be ready to meet the Lord in order to see him again. Love and prayers. Pastor Ted & Barbara Glassburn
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Jessica Giles
Tuesday November 3, 2009 at
9:04 AM
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I will miss you dearly gary. I will always have you in my heart and I will never forget you. Me and my family will miss you dearly. Lenora Saxon and her family will also miss you including Bj Browning.
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Jake Browning
Monday November 2, 2009 at
9:54 AM
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I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I'm keeping you guys in my thoughts and prayers. Jake Browning
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Andrew Norman
Friday October 30, 2009 at
1:31 PM
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I will miss Gary very much. Gina, whatever I can do to help on my end please do not hesitate to call.
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Sherman and Cheryl Johnson & Donnie
Thursday October 29, 2009 at
10:12 PM
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To the family of Gary Mitchell, we wish to extend our condolences to your family in your time of grief. We can only direct you to seek comfort in the care of our Savior, Jesus Christ. He alone is able to reach the depth of your hearts and heal the pain. Donnie sends his condolences to you as well, especially to Aaron, his former classmate and baseball comrade. Remember that "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal". We weep with you, send words of encouragement, offer prayers and a willingness to help but we cannot comfort as God can. We leave you in the Hands of a Awesome and Mighty God that he will bring peace to your hearts.
Yours in Christ,
The Family of Sherman Johnson
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Paul J Plymale
PJPlymale@usa.com
Thursday October 29, 2009 at
7:57 PM
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Gina,
The hearts of my wife and I are deeply sadden to hear of your loss. Gary will be long remembered by his friends and acquaintances for his community service, his grateful heart and joyous demeanour.
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Larry and Linda Carson
Thursday October 29, 2009 at
7:23 PM
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please accept our sincere sympathy. We were saddened by your loss. God bless and prayers for the whole family.
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Jeannie, Richard and Shane Hampton
Thursday October 29, 2009 at
6:25 PM
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Tabby, David, and Bret Lambert
Thursday October 29, 2009 at
2:24 PM
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Gina and family: Gary was such a great uncle. He will be missed very much and never forgotten. Sometimes we don't understand why things happen the way they do, but God has a plan. We just have to hold onto God and remember the memories that we have to cherish of Gary. God will bring you through this and everything will be ok. Gina, by what you told me the other day in mom's car, I'm sure he is safe and happy with Jesus. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, we are here for you. Don't hesitate to call. Love you all so much. God bless.
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Jessica Russell
pjmcclaskey@peoplepc.com
Thursday October 29, 2009 at
11:25 AM
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Let god be with you in your time of need. I am sorry for your loss.
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Gwen and John Doss
Thursday October 29, 2009 at
9:23 AM
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Gina and family: We were so saddened by the news of Gary's passing. Our hearts and prayers will surely be with you all.
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Sarah Polcyn
lileesmom06@yahoo.com
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
10:16 PM
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My heart goes out to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Mark & Patty Oliver
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
9:11 PM
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We are saddened by your loss. We will miss Gary driving by the house daily and waving.
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Chuckie and Christine Phillips
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
7:09 PM
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Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
6:16 PM
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This is cindy, garys sister in law, Sometimes we dont understand why things have to turn out like they do, but, I have really grown close to gary since helping with the auction, We had such good times, and through the years he has been a special brother in law that would do things for the family and make sure everyone was involved, I can honestly say that my sister was a very lucky woman to have the love from gary that she did, They never missed having a date night in 17 years, Every friday, They shared a love that we wished we all could have, He loved his babies, and always took time to do things with them, I am so thankful that gary got his heart right with god, and now hes in a better place than we are. Our hearts are broken and we will never forget you gary, You was a good husband to my sister and a great daddy to all the kids, even aaron and jeremy. And you always was there for your mommy. I will miss you and I will never forget you, One day we will meet you in heaven, God be with us all right now. And Bless Our Family!! Love you Gary!! Your sister in law, cindy and nephew caleb
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BETTY REYNOLDS
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
4:46 PM
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LIBBY
I'M SO SORRY FOR GARY LOSS. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU
IN THIS DIFFICULT TIME. JUST CHERISH ALL THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES YOU AND OTHO HAD WITH SUCH A PRESIOUS SON. I REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD WHEN GARY CAN TO ARE HOUSE MANYS YEARS HE DID.
MY PRAYER AND THOUGHT
ARE WITH YOU LIBBY, GINA
WITH ALL MY LOVE
BETTY REYNOLDS
DAYTONA BEACH ,FL
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BETTY REYNOLDS
bettyboopblr@gmail.com
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
4:29 PM
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GINA AND FAMILY I'M SO SORRY FOR GARY LOSS.MY PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCE
ARE WITH YOU IN THIS MUCH NEED TIME
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL. GARY LIVE BESIDE US FOR MANYS YEAR AND PLAY
BASKETBALL TOGETHER. MY PRAYER ARE WITH YOU GINA. I WAS ALWAY CLOSE
GINA,DEBBIE USE TO GO TO THERE HOUSE ALOT
BETTY REYNOLDS
DAYTONA BEACH FL
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Roger Walker
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
2:36 PM
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I am stunned and so very sorry.
Gary was a valuable guy and a pleasure to know since childhood. A big man with a big heart.
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Heather Smith
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
12:11 PM
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Gina, Libby, and family, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. Please know there are many, many prayers reaching heaven on your behalf. Love, Jamie, Heather, Alyssa, Maddi, & Gabe Smith
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Cathy (Twyman) Elliott
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
11:39 AM
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Dear Gina and all,
Speaking from high school experience, Gary was quite the character. And so much fun to be around.
People could see how devoted he was to you and the kids. I pray that the memories you shared with
him will comfort you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Twyman Elliott
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Kym Boyer
kmbtwin@hotmail.com
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
11:05 AM
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Dear Lib, Gina and family -
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how it is during this difficult time and our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love - Kym and Kara
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Debra Wolford
Wednesday October 28, 2009 at
10:00 AM
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Gina. I want you to know that I love you and I am here for you! I am so very sorry, and I wish I could take away your pain. You and Gary were the "perfect couple"...Gary was such a wonderful man and so good to everyone! Just cherish all the years and good memories that you have of him. I love you and I am praying for you all. Love, Deb
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Sandra (Knotts) Heister
Tuesday October 27, 2009 at
10:42 PM
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My dear Gina and "Lib", My thoughts and prayers are surely with you-all. Gina, I was over there about a week ago to borrow a "dolly" to help us clean out Dad's house, You were so sweet. You both know that Mary Marie just loved you. She loved to brag on you when something happened. She was so proud of Gary especially when he married that "little tiny young lady".We are leaving for Fla. tomorrow. Our love being sent to you ALL! Sandra and Noel Heister
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Shirley Horn
maelynn39@peoplepc.com
Tuesday October 27, 2009 at
9:49 PM
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Gina and family. I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you in your time of grief... Shirley Horn Bidwell.
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Derrick, Crystal, Aislynn & Quinton Bostic
Tuesday October 27, 2009 at
8:12 PM
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We are so sorry for your loss. We are here for you all, if you need anything please let us know. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!!
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Tammy and Ray Riddle
Tuesday October 27, 2009 at
5:52 PM
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Gina and family, We were so sorry to hear about Gary. Please know that we are praying for you and we love you. Cousin Tammy
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Wendell Norris
dknorris@suddenlink.net
Tuesday October 27, 2009 at
1:41 PM
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Gina and family we are so sorry for your loss if there is anything we can do to help please let us know.
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