Book of Memories for Rev. Michael Henry Mitchell

Condolence From Ron Hollett

Mon, 05 Feb 2018 16:32:23 EST

To Holly and all members of Michael’’s family: Please accept my sincere condolences in Michael’s passing. I started attending services at St. Martin’s Church shortly before he left for Fall River and was sorry to see him go. During the years I lived in Martin’s River and Michael was in Lunenburg, our paths occasionally crossed and I was always greeted with warmth and good cheer. Such a very fine man will be missed by so many. Ron Hollett, Dartmouth

Condolence From Father William Hann

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 13:06:13 EST

My deepest condolences to Holly and family and to all who mourn this wonderful disciple who kept the faith in word and deed. Sacred to the memory !Victoria, BC

Condolence From Debra Gowan

Wed, 24 Jan 2018 20:45:02 EST

My deepest condolences and thoughts are with you Holly and family. So sorry I wasn’t more present for Michael and yourself this past month but was dealing with my own loss of a loved one at that time. Hugs to you all.

Condolence From Mary Chiasson

Mon, 22 Jan 2018 08:32:51 EST

Dear Greg and Sharon: I was sadden to read the passing of your brother, Michael. Know that your not far from my thoughts and prayers at this time. God Bless you and your family.

Condolence From Jessica Forgues

Sat, 20 Jan 2018 21:08:14 EST

Holly and Family, My deepest and heartfelt condolences to you and your family in this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers through this sad time. Love from Ontario

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Condolence From Bob and Susan Hebb Redding

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 18:30:40 EST

It was with great sadness that we received the sad news of Father Michael's passing. He was such a genuine and inspirational person who affected many people's lives in such a positive manner, including our own during our visits home. We hold him in very high regard and always will, he has left behind very big shoes to fill, his legacy will live on! Our deepest condolences to Holly and family Regards, Bob & Sue (Hebb) Redding Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Condolence From Bob & Denise Wilson

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 08:32:39 EST

Dear Holly & family, It is with a heavy hearts that we are sending our sincere sympathy and condolences. May the family find peace in the knowledge that Michael is at home with our Lord and Saviour. O Lord, Come and presence yourself with this family. Comfort them in their loss, hold them in their sorrow and sustain them through their grief. Enfold them all with your love Lord that they may rest within your arms. Watch over their sleep and take their hands each morning as they face a new day. Bind their hearts as one and bless their relationships. Might they be united in their loss but also blessed with smiles and goodness. Lead this precious family onwards to embrace life together, yet hold on to the promise of heaven. Amen.

Condolence From Marie and Gerald Woodbury

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 06:48:41 EST

Dear Holly and Family, Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. Rev. Michael will be missed by many.

Condolence From Rev. Evelyn Knorr

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 06:34:51 EST

A wonderful colleague. My sincere condolences to Holly and the family and his “church family” . May his memories surround you and God comfort and support you at this time. Blessings, Evelyn+

Condolence From Velvet and Leslie Eliuk

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 16:10:26 EST

Our sorrow is profound as Michael was the smiling and welcoming face of St John's and the God he served to us when we first came to Lunenburg 12.5 years ago and ever since. He enriched our lives and I value the studies we did together with him and with dear Holly. He could not have done half as much as he did without you Holly and you both served so well and so patiently even in the face of occasional disagreements coming from the parish. You both embody the word "gracious." May God's blessings, love and comforting go with Michael into the heavenly places and to Holly and their family members here

Condolence From Gail (Hygienist from Bayers Rd)

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 11:08:23 EST

Holly, please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your husband. He will always be remembered by us at the dental office as a kind, compassionate man, who always seemed to be smiling. He will be greatly missed! My thoughts are with you and your family.

Condolence From Carol Jean Scott

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 08:39:12 EST

Mitchell and Holly were members of Scotia Dancers square dance club and I always enjoyed his scene of humor and dancing with him and Holly in a square. Michael was always in a good mood and had an infectious smile which was contagious. I also feel that the Anglican church lost a great priest as he was a great advocate for the church.

Condolence From Marni Gent

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 20:10:02 EST

My deepest, heartfelt condolences to Father Michael's family... Michael was extremely kind to come visit my husband, Mark Stewart, while he was in hospital and years later he would spend time with my Mom, Evelyn Gent. They both greatly appreciated his compassion. A gentle person who was & is loved by many, we will miss him.

Condolence From Joe Lauder

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 19:33:11 EST

Greg, John & Debbie. On behalf of the Lauder family I would like to extend our sincere condolences. The Mitchell family was always a staple in the tight knit North End Halifax community and it is sad to here of Michael's passing. However you can take comfort in knowing that he had such a positive impact on so many people. Take care, Joe Lauder.

Condolence From Chuck & Judy Abey

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 19:25:41 EST

Dear Holly and family. We were sorry to read of Michael's passing. We enjoyed meeting him and spending an afternoon with both of you at Mahone Bay many years ago. You will be in our thoughts at this difficult time.

Condolence From Austin DeCoste

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 19:11:51 EST

Dear Holly & family... I first met Mike when he was a seminarian in the Oblates. At the time, we were in the Oblates together. Life changes. He actually sang and played guitar at my wedding over 40 yrs. ago. I have such fond memories since he was such a fun loving person. This past October I tried to see him again when I went to NS for a visit. I guess he was very sick as I did not hear back from my attempt to contact you, Holly. I regret that I was unable to connect then. I want to send my sincere condolences to you, Holly & to all your family. May you be blessed with his great memories as I am when I reflect on our past together. May God grant him eternal rest and grant you and your family peace. Sincerely, Austin DeCoste Ottawa

Condolence From David Friendly on behalf of LARC

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 17:10:11 EST

Dear Holly and Family: On behalf of the Lunenburg and Area Refugee Committee (LARC), I want to offer the combined condolences of a community within our community that has lost a wonderful leader and mentor, who made all the difference to saving the lives of 5 beautiful children and their parents when he stepped forward and moved us to form our sponsorship group. He so easily encouraged the cooperation of most of the churches in and around Lunenburg, as well as some non-affiliated persons to offer time, money and energy to an effort that not only resulted in giving them a new life, it led to the impending sponsorship of a second family -- and the rescue of two more children. I also want to express my personal sorrow in the loss of a good friend and mentor who was always ready to race across cultures to me and to encourage the sharing of experiences with others. To say he will be missed is an understatement. A page has been turned, and a book closed. The story was much too short. David

Condolence From Bruce Varner

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 10:53:15 EST

Holly and family - My deepest sympathies to all of you. I first met Michael while I worked as an apprentice funeral director in Mahone Bay in 1997. It was always a pleasure to work with him; he was a true gentleman and showed such compassion to the families that he served. In later years, when I moved to Halifax, I worked with a friend of Michael's, Father Gilbert Bertrand, OMI, and he shared that he, you and Michael were friends. The last time that I would have spoken with both of you was when I participated in "Lunenburg Rings" which was hosted at St. John's a few years ago. It was nice to reconnect with both of you. I'm sure that Michael's death is extremely hard for all of you, but I encourage you to remember the love that you all shared so abundantly and celebrate his wonderful life and the impact that he had on so many people. Regards, Bruce Varner

Condolence From Dottie Welch

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 10:13:38 EST

On behalf of the dancers in the Square and Round Dance Federation of Nova Scotia, we send our condolences to Holly and the family and friends of Michael. We remember sharing happy square dance evenings and will miss his big smile. With sympathy, Dottie and Gary Welch, President SRDFNS

Condolence From Ven David Sutch

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 02:35:34 EST

I first met Michael when he and Holly were at Falls River living next door to my sister in law. It took us 10 years to arrange a parish exchange and for 3 months in 2006 I came to St John's Lunenberg and he came to Stroud, England. We met again in 2014 and kept in annual touch. We were saddened to hear of his passing and know that his faith has lead him straight into the arms of His Saviour. May he rest in peace and rise in glory. With our love and prayers for Holly, their family and friends. David and Megan Sutch

Condolence From Sheila McKeand

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 01:01:25 EST

I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing, my condolences to the family.

Condolence From Bonita Grandmaison

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 21:58:12 EST

I am sorry to hear about Michael’s passing. I knew Michael as a young boy. We both grew up in the North End of Halifax. We use to hang out with our friends in the North End. That’s awhile ago . Take care and God Bless Bonita Grandmaison

Condolence From Robert and Audrey Forgues

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:23:58 EST

Dear Holly and family We are so very sorry to hear about Michael. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time. With our deepest sympathy. Audrey(Pee-Wee)and Robert Forgues

Condolence From Father Donald Boudreau, 33 William Street, New Glasgow, N.S. B2H4G3

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:38:41 EST

Deepest sympathy and prayers. Very special person and dedicated priest. My kindest remembrance to his dear Family and the Diocese of Nova Scotia/Prince Edward Island.Respectfully, Father Donald Boudreau; New Glasgow

Condolence From Wanda&Richard Manning

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:00:32 EST

John, Greg and families, We are so saddened to read of Michael's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. With sincere sympathy.

Condolence From Veronica Teed

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 11:45:37 EST

Dear Greg: I was so sad to read about the passing of your brother. You talked about him many times during our working days together. Gary and I send our sincere condolences. Veronica

Condolence From Renee Fraser

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 10:32:53 EST

My husband, Barry, & I express our deepest condolences to you & your family. Barry had worked on the Companion Diocese Committee back in 2007 & was asked to accompany Bishop Elson Jakazi & his wife, Victoria of Manicaland, Zimbabwe to Rev. Mike's church, St. John's Anglican Church, on Nov. 9th, 2007. Rev. Mike had given us a tour of the newly restored church & gifted both Victoria and me with the cook book, "A Touch of Hodge Podge," which I treasure to this day and where I found the recipe, 'Cod au gratin' after we had been to St. Anthony, NL for a vacation & tasted this delicious dish at the Lighthouse Keeper's restaurant there. Each time I prepare this dish, I think of Rev. Mike and of his warm hospitality that he extended to us on that visit. May God comfort you with his love during this difficult time. Kindest regards, Barry & Renee Fraser of Timberlea

Condolence From Esther Lancaster

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 10:11:06 EST

Fr. Michael was such a beautiful and holy priest, he will be missed by all. As a Franciscan, I say "Il Signore Vi Dia Pace" (May the Lord give you peace) Esther Lancaster, OFS, Halifax NS

Condolence From Anna-Marie ( Adams) and Carl Hyson

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 06:13:08 EST

Dear Holly &family Carl and I would like to express our sincere condolences for your loss. We were so blessed to have Michael officiate pur wedding and to be open to the many suggestions we made. I was blessed and honored to go on many bus rides with Michael and you, Holly, especially to PEI. These memories will live within us forever. May God comfort you all during this time of sorrow and may He help you to celebrate Michael's life and accomplishments with memories, family and friends. God bless xo Love Anna-Marie & Carl

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Condolence From Irving and Maizie Letto

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 23:12:53 EST

Holly and Family, I sadly got the news tonight of Michael's death. Michael and I were good friends and shared many thoughtful discussions. Maizie and I recall with joy our visits to the old rectory in Lunenburg and always appreciated your warm and friendly welcome and our conversations. Holly, we think of you as a very gracious couple and know that you must be hurting terribly at this time. We pray that God will grace you with the strength and faith to walk through this dark valley. Michael's smile, his music, his love for you and the family, his love for the ministry, his love for people, all this will be missed. May he rest in peace. "I will never forget you, my people; I have carved you on the palm of my hand. I will never forget you, I will not leave you orphaned, I will never forget my own."

Condolence From Rev. H.A. (Bert) Chestnut

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 22:11:46 EST

Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Michael. Any interaction I ever had with him, his smile lit up the room. He will be missed. Rest in Peace, Michael. St. Luke's Anglican Church Old Crow, Yukon Territory

Condolence From Nellie, Raymond and Charlene Rafuse

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 21:48:16 EST

Holly and family. We were so very sorry to learn of Michael's passing. He was such a wonderful and caring man. We were so blessed to have known him and to have him as our minister and friend. We always felt so blessed to have him with us the evening that Mom passed away. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence From Richard and Terry Boutilier

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 19:31:53 EST

Dear Holly We are so sorry to hear of Michael's passing , he was a wonderful person , our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. God Bless !!!!

Condolence From Robert & Heather Hirtle

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 18:18:10 EST

Dear Holly and family … our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorry. Michael was a wonderful man who helped the lives of so many. This is a tragic loss to your church and the community. He will be missed.

Condolence From Val Calder

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 18:12:02 EST

Dear Holly,Christy and Michelle,..so very sorry for your huge loss,we were shocked to see his obituary,.you were all given such a good,kind and generous gentleman to spend your lives with..keep all the good memories in your heart and let them help in times ahead,sending our thoughts and prayers to all...the sweet grandchildren also,with love Val and Ray ❤️

Condolence From Michael and Pat Buckmaster

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 16:08:45 EST

Holly,Our thoughts are with you and your family.Michael will be greatly missed.

Condolence From Donna Ernst

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 10:12:36 EST

Sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family at this sad time.

Condolence From Lisa Craig

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 08:31:50 EST

"The brighter the light, the deeper the darkness when it is extinguished." Heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence From Teena and Dana Miller

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 07:07:25 EST

So sorry for your great loss, Debbie and family. You certainly look like him. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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Sun, 14 Jan 2018 21:23:05 EST

Taking a trip of a lifetime in 2016 with Father Michael and Holly will forever be etched in my heart. I feel totally blessed that I was able to be under his care and superb guidance while on this amazing trip. I can actually say this was the best time of my life and I owe it all to Father Michael. When arriving back home I asked him, when is the next one? I thank you Father Michael, you will always live in the hearts of so many who had the opportunity to travel under your guidance to so many parts of this beautiful earth.

Condolence From Grant & Doreen Dixon

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 20:59:49 EST

Sending love and condolences to Holly and all of the family. Rest in peace, dear Father Michael. We will always remember and cherish your care and kindness to us through times both good and bad. You were a guiding light and a treasured friend, and we will hold you in our hearts forever.

Condolence From Beverley Frauzel

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 19:17:46 EST

Thinking of all of Father Michael's family and friends at this sad time. He was a wonderful and caring person. With sincere sympathy and thoughts, Beverley

Condolence From Wayne Dodge

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 17:56:37 EST

At this sad time may you find comfort and strength in the knowledge that there are others who care about your loss and are remembering you. Sincere Condolences God Bless John,Sheila,Wayne Dodge

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Dinner on the last evening of a wonderful cruise with Father Michael, Holly and the group 2016

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Cruise 2016

Condolence From Rev. Canon Ruby Carter

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 11:31:32 EST

Dear Holly and Family, My sincere condolences to all of you and I hold you all in prayer at this time. Michael+ will surely be missed by so many and I was honoured to call him my friend and colleague. May God send you his Holy Comforter and may Michael+ rest in peace and rise in Glory.

Condolence From Elroy & Ann Tanner

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 10:34:49 EST

To you Holly & family you people has lost a GREAT HUSBAND & FATHER and to all of we people who knew Michael we lost a great FRIEND & MINISTER we all lost Michael on earth BUT GOD has gained a GREAT ANGEL

Condolence From Dianna Francis

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 09:59:49 EST

Rest Easy Father Michael. Holly & family, thank you for sharing this amazing man with us all. God bless you. Hubert& Dianna Francis

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