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Christine Miller posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Dear Mrs. Mitchell and family, I was so saddened and deeply sorry to hear of your loss. John was such a special man and will be missed greatly here at St. Joseph's. I had the priviledge of attending ethics at lunch at St. Joseph's Wayne as well as other conferences that John led and spoke at. I work in Mission Services in Wayne and would often get to the room early to be sure John had everything that he needed. We'd chat while waiting for everyone to arrive. John would often talk about his grandchildren and share that he was heading off to be with them afterwards. It was easy to see that he was such a proud grandpa and loved you all very much. I'm sure he will be with you in spirit and I pray that you are comforted by the many happy memories that you shared. May God Bless you all and may John rest in peace.
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Ruth Segal posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
John was a wonderful compassionate and caring person. He will be greatly missed.
Ruth
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Brian B Shulman posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Dear Mary Lou and Family--
My personal heartfelt condolences on the loss of John. John was a caring, compassionate friend and mentor to me at Seton Hall. I will personally miss him.
Brian B. Shulman, Dean--School of Health and Medical Sciences
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Dan Huchital posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
My sincere condolences for you on the passing of your husband, father and grandfather. I was a professor at Seton Hall for 36 years before moving to Florida. I had the pleasure of serving as one of the two Associate Deans with John around 1984 for four years. It was always a joy to come into work and speak with him every day. Although I was from the Chemistry Department and John, Religious Studies, we had some great and spirited conversations as well as some memorable funny moments together. We all will miss him very much.
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Deborah Verderosa posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Having known John for over 25 years, I found him to be a compassionate, loving person and a wonderful family man. He took pride in his family, his grandkids, his dogs and his friends. He will truly be missed.
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Bob Faraci posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
I offer you, John's family, my sincere condolences and prayers for his eternal joy. As a faculty member in occupational therapy in the same school, I remember that John generously offered me resources and conversation on professional ethical issues. I will miss him. I pray for strength, peace, and consolation for you all in the days ahead
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Patricia Kuchon posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Dear John,
You left your mark as a visionary at Seton Hall University, leading our community to a richer and kinder place. You were truly its mind, heart and spirit. You taught each of us what it meant to engage our students in thinking and caring about themselves, their environment and one another. But, most of all John,you were my friend and I am thankful today, more than ever, that our paths crossed. For, having done so, I am a better person. I will miss you.
Fondly, Pat
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Paula Becker Alexander posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
John was a great friend, and we worked together in the efforts to unionize the faculty of Seton Hall University. We remember too our friend Edwin Lewinson of the History Department at Seton Hall who walked with us.
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Larry Greene posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
John Mitchell was a great teacher, scholar, and person. I will always remember our conversations on bioethics and many other topics. My sympathy to his family.
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Dr.Sharon Burke,MD posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
To the Mitchell Family- I have worked with John over 20 years- he was a wise and respected colleage; an advocate for children and adults with special needs.But most of all, he was a dear and kind friend who shall be greatly missed.
May he rest in peace- adn may you be comforted by his love for you all.With sincere condolences,
Dr.Sharon Burke, MD
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Joan Coll-Reilly posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
It is with sadness that I learned of John's passing. My condolences to the family.
Joan
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Meryl Picard posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
To Mrs. Mitchell and Family,
I wanted to offer my heartfelt condolences on John’s passing – the words feel completely inadequate for the enormity of this loss to your family. I knew John for 13 years. He was my colleague in the School of Health and Medical Sciences, but he was also my professor in a bioethics course and the first person to help me begin to refine the topic for my dissertation. I will miss his outstanding humor, blunt honesty, wisdom and mentorship. My greatest delight in recent years, however, was watching John carry Bernie into McQuaid for a visit or listening to him talk about Charlie and Eloise. The joy in his eyes and pride in his voice were always present when he talked about his family, but never more than when witnessing his sheer delight in his role as a grandfather. May he find eternal rest and may the respect, praise and stories from his colleagues and friends provide some comfort to your family.
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Mary Elizabeth pClark, SSJ posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
It is with a heavy heart that I write these words. Unfortunately, I will not be available for the services Friday and Saturday. John was a faithful friend. He and I were part of a foursome who wrote a discussion guide to accompany the US Bishops' Pastoral on Peace. I enjoyed John's wit and wisdom. He had a warm, affirming manner that endeared him to so many. I am shocked at the sudden death of one who, in this 50th anniversary of Vatican II, can truly rest in the peace of having lived and taught its treasures. I will miss him and feel this world will not be the same without him. His spirit will live on in my happy memories of him. I pray for your comfort. Love, Betsy Clark, SSJ
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Jo Renee Formicola posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
I am devastated and crushed by John's passing. I am out of town, but will contact you on my return. Jo
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Mrs. Jack Paterson (Lois-Ann) posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Mrs. Michell and family, my sincerest condolences on the loss of your husband and father. John was a wonderful man and true friend to my late husband and me. I know "my Jack" recognized John's integrity and humanity, while treasuring his friendship and enjoying his humor during his tenure as Dean of SHU School of Graduate Medical Education. John visited my husband often through his illness, and I will never forget his kindness and charm. Find comfort in knowing that he loved his family and had a passion for his work.
Mrs. Jack Paterson (Lois-Ann)
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Judith C. Stark posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
John Mitchell was a man of principle and passion whose life incarnated his commitments to social justice, peace, and integrity. It was my extraordinaary privilege to have known John for over 35 years as a colleague, mentor, and dear friend. With unwavering vision and energy, he walked the path of righteousness and fidelity. I feel the shock and sadness of his passing as well as the blessing of his life among us. I am so sorry to miss the funeral since I am currently in Nova Scotia, Canada. Deep condolences to Mary Lou, Jessica, Cathleen, and Mary Elizabeth.
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David O'Connor posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
John was so kind and generous to me in my early years at SHU. I am so much in his debt for that. I admired and liked him so much and always enjoyed his company. He was a wonderful man and I was so shocked and saddened to hear of his death. I will never forget him.
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Judy Potter posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
My deepest condolences to the dear family and loved ones of John. The children and staff at Children's Specialized Hospital, Long Term Care center in Toms River, appreciate and will miss his guidance and insights. I am personally grateful for his teaching and perspectives on ethical decision making and respect for the individual and their right to choose. He taught with wisdom and wit.
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Kevin Toope posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Loretta and I were so sorry to hear of Mitch's passing. We have great memories of him when you visited Trinity a few years ago. I especially remember his glee at catching his very first cod fish, it was a special moment for him. We are thinking of all of you in this difficult time.
Kevin & Loretta Toope
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Dr. Jose Sabogal posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Dr. Mitchell was always such a pleasure to be around. As a medical resident while at Seton Hall University affiliated hospitals and then as an attending he was a powerful guiding voice.
My sincere and deepest condolences to all his family, friends students and colleagues at the university.
God bless his soul.
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