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Tuesday
6
July
Funeral Service
11:30 am
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
John J. Fox Funeral Home, Inc.
2080 Boston Post Road
Larchmont, New York, United States
Tuesday
6
July
Final Resting Place
1:00 pm
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Kensico Cemetery
273 Lakeview Ave.
Valhalla, New York, United States
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Kernahan Buck posted a condolence
Friday, August 13, 2021
I met David in 1976 when we both worked for The Legal Aid Society in lower Manhattan. To say that David's reputation for civic activism preceded him at that Society would be the understatement of the era. David was a hero to many people, including me. He proudly stood up and said "No" to his draft board when it tried to induct him into the U.S. Army to fight in Vietnam, where our country had no business. This was a major act of civil disobedience. David was the first. Others followed. David appealed the charges against him all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, where he relied on the principle that America's military presence in a civil war between factions in Vietnam was indefensible and immoral. The Supreme Court ruled against David, but notably the great justice William O. Douglas dissented. The Supreme Court's reasoning was, in effect, that our military would be at risk if people decided not to fight against their fellow man. For his efforts in this important undertaking, David served two years in Federal Prison. He then became a lawyer- admitted to practice in New York State despite his conviction for refusing the draft. As a lawyer myself, I can tell you that such an accomplishment is exceedingly rare. He did so on the basis that he was the most morally fit bar applicant ever. David was a rare human being. He was the conscience of our nation during the late 1960s.
I loved David. I still do. Thank you Ellen also, for being such a good friend and opening your home to me. I remember Jennifer and Heather in their early days. My deepest condolences to each of you, your spouses and children. You are such a wonderful family, an American ideal. My personal belief is that David is in a very fine place, and that we will see him again.
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Ian posted a condolence
Sunday, July 11, 2021
Hi Ellen, It's Ian Feldman. David's obituary in the New York Times was passed on to me because the person had remembered that we had been colleagues and friends. Carol and I are so sorry about David's death. We had some lovely times together and regret that we lost track of each other. One of my best memories of David is when I was working at the Legal Aid Society. I walked around the corner from the office to get my car and found David's car in the exact spot where I had parked my car. My car had been stolen. David saw a parking spot and went for it.
I hope your children and grandchildren are doing a bit better every day.
urbanatty@outlook.com
914-330-1309
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Dave Mitchell uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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Dear Ellen and family
So sorry to hear of David’s sad passing, we mourn with you and our hearts go out to you and all of your family.
We have wonderful memories of a very special day when you and David made the long drive through to New Bedford, Mass., to meet us, with David kindly showing us around old haunts and a waterside lunch.
He was such a strength, such an inspiration – as I write, I’m listening to the Walkabout Chorus “Climbing Jacob’s Ladder …..”
Sending much love
(cousins) Seamus Doherty (Londonderry, Ireland) & David Mitchell (Cape Town, South Africa)
derrydoherty@btinternet.com dm60@mweb.co.za
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Marissa Chin posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Dear Ellen and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
I have an image of David I will always cherish of picketing on the corner of art. 59 and Middletown Rd. The powerful, “seeking for the right” energy I felt from him then is still with me. It has been an honor to live on the earth with him. Our family’s condolences to all of you.
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Steve and Bobbi posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Dear Ellen. David's passing so very much saddens us because we knew him as the straight-ahead, honest, caring and dedicated person he was. We were always so happy to encounter him at many marches and rallies over the years whether in Lower Manhattan, Westchester or elsewhere. David, as they say, not only talked the talk, but walked the walk. We well remember the many discussions, both direct and via email, we had with him, and are thankful for his keen insight and clarity.
And then... the years with Walkabout. Thank you, David.
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Pat Villar posted a condolence
Monday, July 5, 2021
Dear Ellen and Family
I know that there are no words that can ease your pain and sorrow but just know that David will always be remembered. As you share your stories and memories of how David lived his life and how very much he meant, may you find comfort.. And throughout this difficult time, may you also know the deep sympathy and concern that are felt for you and all your family. May David Rest In Peace
With my deepest sympathy and condolences for you and your family on your loss. I’m here whenever you want to talk.
Pat & Peter Villar
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Bracha Lieberman lit a candle
Sunday, July 4, 2021
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Paul Storfer uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, July 4, 2021
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For those who have not been able to read the outpouring of love for David and Ellen in the Walkabout email list, you should know that we all loved David, and his passing is a loss for all of us. He has been, and will be, sorely missed.
I personally remember so well and fondly singing together, not only in the Walkabout Bass section (and rehearsals), but also for our interfaith Martin Luther King weekend services, and together in the General Assembly of the United Nations with him. His quiet but steadfast kindness, dedication, and devotion to the people for whom he cared and the causes in which he believed should be an example for us all.
May your memories of David be a blessing for you, as they are for me.
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Jennifer Mitchell posted a condolence
Sunday, July 4, 2021
Speech by my dad that he made on Feb 13, 2013 at Yale University re: God & War (his part starts at 13:30) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4bhJlkDpYI
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Paul Storfer Posted Jul 5, 2021 at 9:39 PM
Thank you for sharing this, Jennifer. Wonderful to see and hear about his commitment!
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Howard and Ina posted a condolence
Sunday, July 4, 2021
Ina and Howie Share Memories of David Mitchell
We loved and admired David, he was family.
We played Canasta with the Mitchells for almost 50 years. Whether holding his cards too long, or beating us badly, we always had fun.
A favorite event on Christmas eve was watching David place the dove ornament on top of the Christmas tree.
Once David accidently swiped his arm across the table and sent a favorite sugar bowl into orbit, shattering it to pieces. Well, this necessitated another trip to Williamstown to find a replacement. Good times together.
Howie and David rebuilt the engine in the 1963 Chevy Nova, successfully.
David taught us to never “just” pass the salt.
Through the years, we had so many conversations about world events, and David’s perspective was always enlightening.
He made sure that Susan and Jerry were taken care of at our son’s wedding.
When visiting the Mitchells in the Shrub Oak vacation home, David failed to catch the watermelon, that Howie should not have tossed.
We always spent New Year’s Eve together. This was a family event until the kids grew older. After that we spent several New Year’s Eve celebrations in NYC at John’s Restaurant on 12th street.
David was the master chef at the annual get together on July fourth.
When Howie needed a break, David did Lamaze breathing with Ina during her labor with Michelle.
David was always at every important event in our lives. How lucky we were to have had him as a friend for all those years.
We will forever miss him.
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Richard Bernstein posted a condolence
Sunday, July 4, 2021
So sorry for your loss - May his memory be a blessing.
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Barry Leibowitz posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, July 3, 2021
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David was always so kind and considerate. When I first joined the Walkabout Clearwater Chorus he made a special effort to make me feel welcomed to the group.
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Deborah Kair lit a candle
Saturday, July 3, 2021
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Deborah Kair posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, July 3, 2021
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David was one of the first people to welcome me when I joined Walkabout. He often hung out in the back of the group before a gig going over the set list. We often talked of our mutual concern for the effects the Vietnam War had on our country. I was always impressed with his commitment to his beliefs and values. His commitment help me be faithful to mine. I loved talking with him about his family as his love came through in each word he spoke. I will miss him. My prayers and sympathy to Ellen and to the whole family. Our world is better because David was in it.
Debbie Kair (friend from Walkabout Chorus)
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Michelle uploaded photo(s)
Friday, July 2, 2021
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The family of David H. Mitchell uploaded a photo
Friday, July 2, 2021
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