Michael A. Mitchell

Date of Death: 
Monday, September 13, 2021

Michael A. Mitchell, born November 8, 1946, in Chicago, IL, died September 13, 2021. Survived by his wife, Gloria (Crenshaw), sons, Michael P. (Tiana), Mark, James Lampman (Santana), daughter, Michelle. Grandchildren, Robert Lampman, Zac Lampman, Jasmine Mitchell, Michael Jr., Christopher (deceased), Faith Hope (deceased). Brother, Amos (Carol), sister Maureen Ziegler (Robert). Many nieces and nephews.

He proudly served two (2) tours in Vietnam as a Marine, 1967-1971. Michael returned to Chicago and joined the Chicago Police Dept. and served for 32 years. After retirement, he joined the Dept. of Aviation in 2004 and served until his retirement in November 2020.

Michael was a gentle giant with a heart of gold. He gave of himself freely to whoever needed a hand. His motto was a hand up not a handout. He dedicated his life to God, Family and Country. Semper Fi Sir. You have earned your wings and rest.

A Celebration of Life will be scheduled for our Florida family and friends at a date to be determined.

Visitation: 
Thursday, September 23, 2021 - 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Friday, September 24, 2021 - 10:00am
Interment: 
Irving Park Cemetery

Guestbook

Bill Morrissette
To Amos and the entire Mitchell family please accept my condolences
Arlene and Don Wood
Michael, Tiana, and MJ. What a sadness. What a tribute. Praying for you in this journey of saying “Goodbye” and celebrating his life. Arlene and Don Wood (P.S. what a heritage to have 3 generations of Michaels. Michael A. Michael P. and Michael Jr.)
Joy Zembellas
Much love Gloria and family xoxo