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John MITCHELL Obituary
Sadly passed away suddenly but peacefully, after a short illness, at Dunedin Hospital on Friday, April 25, 2025, with family by his side, aged 73 years. Deeply loved cherished husband and soulmate to Roslyn, loved father and father-in law to Paul and Katherine (Te Anau), Brendon and Kate (Queenstown), Scott and Sara (Clinton). Adored Poppa to grandchildren, Rita, Austen, Kora, Rome, William, and Issac. Son of the late William (Jim) and Doris Mitchell, loved brother and brother-in-law of Alan*, William*, Janet*, Edna Cole, Mervyn and Judy Mitchell, Sharon*, and Robert Gray (Australia), son in-law of Bob* and Shan* Gray (Australia), Uncle to all his nieces and nephews around New Zealand and overseas. Rae was a loved and respected loyal friend to many in the farming community and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. The family acknowledge and extend our thanks to the Otago Rescue Helicopter team and the staff on Ward 7A at Dunedin Hospital for their care and compassion and support during this difficult time. A service to celebrate Rae's life will be held at Clinton Presbyterian Church, Church Street, on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 1.30pm, followed by interment at Clinton Cemetery. Rae's family warmly invite you thereafter to join them for light refreshments at the Clinton Hall Function Room, to further share memories of Rae. Livestream link available at www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz. Messages to 3442 Waipahi Highway, Wairuna 9584.
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Memories and Condolences
for John MITCHELL
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Kevin Harmer
April 29, 2025
A chance meeting at the Christchurch A & P Show in the early 1980's led to a lifelong friendship with Rae and his family. A meticulous breeder of Perendale sheep with the Hillcrest Stud, and a valued member of the Perendale Council, Rae bought foresight and vision for the breed, and had an eye for detail in the judging ring. A strong faith guided his life, and his parting will leave a huge hole in his families and local communities lives. A true friend who will be sorely missed by all. RIP mate.
Carolyn McCown
April 29, 2025
We met Rae and Ros while touring Italy and our friendship grew through the years with our visit to the Mitchell´s home and Rae and Rosalyn´s extended visit to Texas. There was so much fun and laughter!
We loved exchanging pictures of our family and occasional zoom visits. Please know that we continue to to keep the family in our prayers.
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