ROBERT MITCHELL

ROBERT MITCHELL November 7, 1966 ~ January 24, 2025
It is with an extremely heavy heart that Danika announces the passing of her loving husband, Robert Stanley Mitchell. He passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Friday, January 24, 2025, at the age of 58 years. Along with Danika, left to cherish Robert’s memory are his sons, Robert and Joseph; siblings, Christopher (Sharon) Mitchell and Tina Bristow; his four legged companion, Titan; uncles, Lionel Davidge and Michael Gibson; mother-in-law, Kathleen Sorenson; brother-in-law, Jason (Anita) Sorenson; sister-in-law, Brandine Sorenson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; grandparents and his father-in-law, Arnold Sorenson.
Robert was born in London, England and was raised in Westward Ho! North Devon. He joined the British military in 1988 and served in Northern Ireland and the Gulf War. Robert wore his medals with pride! He met the love of his life, Danika, while on a training exercise in Canada and they were married in England in 1997. In 1998, they moved back to Canada to raise their two boys. Robert worked in the oilfield for 17 years before moving on to work for CPKC as a train conductor.
Robert was diagnosed with Glioblastoma brain cancer in July of 2024. He underwent treatments in Calgary and fought right until the end. Robert had alot of support from friends and family and enjoyed it when someone would stop by. He especially loved spending time with his family, traveling the world and adding to his collections. Robert was always up for a laugh and enjoyed every day to the fullest. He touched many lives and will be missed!
A Celebration of Robert’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Simon Tracey officiating. Those who wish to attend the service virtually via livestream may do so by visiting the Cook Southland website and selecting the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is

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