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LORNE KRISTJAN MITCHELL
Born: Dec 27, 1962
Date of Passing: Jun 23, 2023
Offer Condolences or MemoryLORNE KRISTJAN MITCHELL
It is with great sadness, we announce that Lorne “Guncle” Mitchell passed peacefully, among family, Friday, June 23, 2023, at St. Boniface Hospital.
Lorne was born on December 27, 1962, in Winnipeg, and grew up in East Kildonan living with his parents until 2011. Lorne was a proud volunteer having spent many years helping at John Pritchard JH, St. Amant, D’Arcy’s ARC, and working at True North Centre.
Special thanks to the numerous staff who have helped him manage successfully on his own, and to the staff at the St. Boniface ACCU for making Lorne’s last days comfortable.
Lorne is survived by his siblings, Lori (Al), Lynn (Wayne) and Larry (Bunny) and many nieces and nephews.
A private Celebration of Life will be held. Lorne will be laid to rest with his mom (Ida Ray) and dad (Murray Gordon).
Memorial donations may be made in Lorne’s name to Special Olympics, D’Arcys Arc or to Innovative Life Options Inc.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 30, 2023, Jul 01, 2023
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I was deeply saddened to learn of Lorne's passing. We spent quite a few hours together over the pandemic preparing PPE kits for St Amant staff. It was so pleasant chatting with him. Lorne was a hard worker and I used to joke with him that he was setting the bar high for me. I will remember Lorne and the time spent with him very fondly. My deepest condolences to his entire family. - Posted by: Charlotte Walkty (Fellow volunteer at St Amant) on: Jul 07, 2023
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I am so sorry to hear of Lorne's passing - we used to see a lot of each other - he and my Mum Edie and Dad Orvlile, and cousin Howard would meet with Lorne and his Dad Murray and we would go for breakfast - at least every second week and sometimes weekly. We used to visit him and his family in Winnipeg on Simpson, and they would come visit Mum and Dad in Selkirk, and me in Gimli (with their motorhome). I want to send my condolences to Linnie, Lori, and Larry on the loss of your brother. He was a sweet funny guy and he is now with Rae and Murray. My Mum, Dad and I loved you Lorne. Rest in peace, cousin. - Posted by: Darlene Vokey (Biddy) (cousin) on: Jul 05, 2023
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I was fortunate to get to know Lorne through work and lawn bowling. A wonderful man with a great sense of humour. A determined and courageous individual who despite his physical challenges was not deterred. He was blessed with a loving supportive family and friends. He will be missed. - Posted by: Gerald Chudrick (Friend) on: Jul 03, 2023
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I grew up two doors down from the Mitchells on Simpson Avenue. Lorne was always the nicest kid on the block. Funny and always seemed interested in others. As a teacher in the River East School Division, I often saw Lorne at divisional events with that same enduring smile and with a genuine interest in helping the students. My condolences to all of his family. Bev - Posted by: Bev (Hendricks) Kliewer (Childhood Neighour) on: Jul 01, 2023
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Lorne always had a special place in our family's heart. My condolences. Rhoda Cook - Posted by: Rhoda Cook (Friend) on: Jul 01, 2023