Obituary of James Norman Mitchell

James “Mr. Jim” Norman Mitchell, of 266 Camp St., Jamestown, went home to be with the Lord on November 14, 2016 after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Peoria, Il. on Nov. 16, 1942 the son of Harry and Esther Smith Mitchell. James graduated from high school in Lemont, Il. and Fullerton College in Fullerton, Ca. He served in the US Air Force from 1960 to 1964. He was employed at Clark Dye Hardware in Santa Ana, Ca. for twenty six years and then for Chautauqua Hardware (Period Brass) for ten years. He served in the Kiantone Independent Fire Department for many years and was a life member. He also served in his church, Family Church, which was his first love after his Lord and family. He is survived by his wife, Cathelia Giordano Mitchell, whom he married on May 21, 1977 in Santa Ana, Ca., his brother John (Susan), nephews John (Meg), James (Colleen) and Peter, brothers in law, Peter and Charles. Several nieces and nephews and a great nephew, Jamison and many Family Church grandchildren. Especially, Britt and Andrew, Tiffany, Chelsea, Robert, Jessica, Sarah, Collin and their families, great grandson, Riley James due in January and many others that he loved and will see again at home with his Lord. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bob and a step son, Faris George. He especially loved and was very proud of his “Crew”, Alex, Aviel, Zack, Gabe, Becca, Abbey, the Gifford kids and others that came and went. His first love was his Lord Jesus Christ, whom he is rejoicing with right now in heaven. He would like to see you there. There will be a celebration of life at Family Church 3130 Garfield Rd., Jamestown on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. and luncheon following. The Rev. Timothy Stahlman, Pastor, will officiate. The family will be present to received friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. The Hubert Funeral Home and Cremation service is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to: Family Church, 3130 Garfield Rd., Jamestown, N.Y. 14701 You may send a condolence to the family by visiting www.hubertfuneralhome.com. Condolences are posted below. ​ ​CONDOLENCES ​ Name Ron Pappalardo Comment Mrs. Mitchell & Family: My deepest and most sincere sympathy for your loss. I bowled with him in the Monday Seniors League and when we got there and found out, we all just cried. We huddled together before we bowled and had a prayer service. Everyone just loved him. He ran our little “poker bowling game” and just two weeks ago gave Me his cards and asked if I would do it as he didn’t think he would be there every week. His locker is right above mine and if you wish I could clean it out and bring What’s in there to you. I always kidded him about his bowling ball because I liked it so much and told him I was going to get one just like it. If you wish, I would be Honored and privileged to purchase it from you. Although I only knew him for a few short years, I just loved him and we will greatly miss him. Peace be with you. Warmest Regards, Ron Pappalardo Name Lawrence&virginia McConaghay Comment Dear Mitchell Family Virginia and I were very saddened when we heard of Jims passing he was a strong and good person his smiling face and wonderful sense of humor will be missed Virginia and I offer our or deepest sympathy