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NORTH MANCHESTER – Michael Erwin “Mike” Mitchell passed away Sept. 17, 2026, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester.
Born on Feb. 7, 1950, in South Bend, he was the son of Harold and Vivian Hedington Mitchell.
Mike graduated from Pierceton High School with the class of 1968. During those school years he would meet Randy Neer, who would become his forever partner on Nov. 8, 1969, at the Presbyterian Church in Pierceton. Together they built a life centered on love, partnership and home, living 47 years in the Pierceton area, before moving to Columbia City and eventually to Timbercrest Senior Living in North Manchester.
Mike built his career through skill, dedication and determination. He worked first at Donnelley’s before going to Othy Inc. for CNC training. He would later end his career at Zimmer as a CNC Machinist, retiring in 2011 after 23 years.
After retirement he and Randy enjoyed traveling out West to visit family and spending winters in Arcadia, Fla., making many new and cherished friendships. They attended Trinity Arcadia Methodist Church.
Mike always had a project on hand keeping himself busy. He enjoyed woodworking and restoring antique furniture, making many beautiful pieces for family and friends.
Mike will be remembered as having a dependable presence in the lives of those around him. He was a good husband, father, brother and friend. A kind and good man whose biggest joy was his wife and sons.
Mike will be forever cherished by his wife of nearly 57 years, Randy Mitchell, North Manchester; sons, Michael (Suzy) Mitchell, Pierceton; and Matthew (Lynette) Mitchell, Flagstaff, Ariz.; sisters, Sandra Martin, Columbia City; and Debra Parker, Pierceton; grandchildren: Jacey (Nate) Pugh, Madilyn Mitchell, Dylan Mitchell and Jayden Mitchell; and great-grandson, Wyatt Michael Pugh. Mike was preceded in death by his parents and loyal companion, Po Po.
Family and friends may call Saturday, Nov. 7 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Timbercrest Chapel, 2201 East St., North Manchester. A celebration of Mike’s life will begin at the conclusion of calling with Pastor Karen Eberly and Chaplin Bob Herman officiating.
For those who wish to honor the memory of Mike Mitchell, memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, 2720 DuPont Commerce Court, Suite 210, Fort Wayne, IN 46825; or Riley Children’s Foundation, P.O. Box 3356, Indianapolis, IN 46206.
The family of Michael Mitchell have entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.
Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com
