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John Mitchell

MITCHELL, John Earl, 85, of New Cumberland, WV passed away Thursday, Sept. 15, 2016, in Palmetto, FL.

John was born on Oct. 31, 1930, in Neffs, Ohio to Charles M. and Verda (Kimes) Mitchell.

He graduated from New Cumberland High School in 1948. He began working for Weirton Steel in 1949 in the Tin Mill.

In 1951 he enlisted in the United States Navy and served on the USS Deuel with an honorable discharge in 1955. He resumed his employment with Weirton Steel until his retirement in 1994 after 45 years of employment.

He married Roberta Patterson on November 25, 1972 in Winchester, Virginia. He was a lifelong member of the American Legion and the VFW Adam Poe Post 3526, where he served as Commander.

John is survived by his wife of 44 years, Roberta. step-daughter Robin (John) Argeros, three grandchildren, John, Emily and Meredith, all of Bradenton, Florida; his sister-in-law, Mrs. Charles (Alice) Mitchell of New Cumberland and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles M. and Verda, his brother Charles R. Mitchell and sister, Patricia Mitchell Kelly.

A time of gathering will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. at Turley’s Funeral Home in New Cumberland, WV.