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Ralph Tiner (Mitch) Mitchell

3/7/2021

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 Ralph Mitchell, born in Brantford and living in Kitchener, Ontario, died Sunday March 7, 2021 at the age of 83 years in Freeport Hospital Palliative Care Unit after many years of failing health.

Survived by his wife, Florence (Rudney) Mitchell, by his son, John Paul Walter Tiner (Rachel Morrison)  and by Grandson Silas Morrison Mitchell. Also by sisters ; Margaret, Sheila, Debra and by brothers; Michael and William (Willie). 

Predeceased by his parents Jack and Grace (Tiner) Mitchell, by sisters; Pat, Barbara; by brothers; Roger, Peter, Paul, David and Richard (Dickie).
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Mitch had an international colourful career as a hockey trainer in Canada and the USA spanning from 1960-1990. He enjoyed immensely his time as a trainer with the Kitchener Ranger’s Jr. A’s. Syracuse Blazers (Eastern Hockey League), San Francisco Shamrocks( Pacific Hockey League),  Montana Billings Big Horns (Western Jr. Hockey League) and San Diego Hawks ( Pacific Hockey League).
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Ralph volunteered many years as the baseball trainer for the Brantford Red Sox and the Kitchener Panthers as well as for the summer hockey schools in Halifax, Nova Scotia and Susex, New Brunswick. His love of these two sports inspired him to become the ultimate volunteer. 

Special thanks to all the Personal Support Workers for the all the wonderful daily care given to Ralph at home and especially Herb Rudney (brother-In-law) who assisted them.

Cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy a donation to Donna’s Kids would be appreciated by the family.

A Catholic Memorial Mass at St. Mary’s Church and interment Woodland Cemetery, Kitchener will take place at a later date.  Messages and condolences can be left at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237.  Please visit Mitch's obituary notice on Facebook.

The dressing room is closed. The hockey, baseball and equipment manager has been promoted.
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Eileen Hergott
3/17/2021 05:40:28 pm

Thinking of the Mitchell family at this time of loss. Ralph led an interesting and adventurous life in hockey and baseball and would regale you with his many stories of the teams and players he took under his wing. Each christmas Ralph generously gifted many with a special fruit cake his way of sharing the spirit of the season. A good ;judge of character and never shy of "calling it as he saw it" Mitch will be missed.

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Jody Pfaff
3/18/2021 07:53:26 pm

I want to express my sincere condolences to the Mitchell family. I had the great pleasure of spending lots of time with Ralph at the ballpark and on bus trips when I played with the Kitchener Panthers in the late 80s and early 90s. We had some great times including celebrating our winning of the 1990 Intercounty championship. Nothing will beat the great stories and good laughs. Ralph will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

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Paul Knight link
3/19/2021 10:35:15 am

My condolences to all of Mitch's family, especially Florence and Herb, for their loss. Mitch was always a joy when I played for the Kitchener Panthers. I will remember his story telling and his kindness towards me as a young baseball player. May he rest in peace.

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Helen & Norm Kosokowsky
3/21/2021 01:56:21 pm

We will miss those buffets at the Mandarin with Ralph who always looked forward to the dessert.

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Barbara (Iancovich) Jones
3/24/2021 11:12:43 pm

Dear Florence and family, I extend my condolences to you 💕

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Ray Adduono
3/29/2021 02:01:35 pm

God bless Mitch i was with him in syracuse san diego hawks and wha mariners.He was a fair trainer but an exception human being with all his players.He always took great care of thier needs and wants.His heart was as big as texas.I aws so glad that he had passed through my space in life love you mitch thanks for all your help.

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