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Raymond
Mitchell
April 26, 1939 – February 10, 2024
Raymond Mitchell, born on April 26, 1939, passed away on February 10, 2024. He dedicated twenty years to service in the United States Army, achieving the rank of Colonel. During the Gulf War, he demonstrated exceptional bravery in combat and was honored with both the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
Raymond will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Family, friends, and community members are invited to honor his memory at Sonzini Mortuary in Columbia, South Carolina. The viewing will be held on February 22, 2024, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, followed by the funeral service on February 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM, concluding at noon at the same location.
His burial is scheduled for May 21, 2025, at Cypress Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Park in Colma, California, beginning at 6:45 AM.
Raymond Mitchell’s legacy of dedication and courage will be remembered with gratitude and respect by all who had the privilege to know him.
Raymond Mitchell, born on April 26, 1939, passed away on February 10, 2024. A long life he lived, and many accomplishments did he achieve. Twenty years he served in the United States Army, a Colonel he became. Bravery in combat he showed, earning both the Bronze Star and Purple Heart during the Gulf War.
Mourned he will be by all who knew him. Gathered they shall, to honor his memory at Sonzini Mortuary in Columbia, South Carolina. A Viewing will take place on February 22, 2024, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. His Funeral Service follows on February 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM, concluding at the same location by noon.
In peace, later he will rest. On May 21, 2025, his burial shall occur at Cypress Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Park in Colma, California, at 6:45 AM, the stars guiding him to his final resting place.
Cherished by those left behind, his legacy lives on. Remember him we shall, with gratitude for his service, and love for the light he brought into this galaxy.
Sonzini Mortuary
6:30 - 8:00 pm (Mountain time)
Sonzini Mortuary
Starts at 11:00 am (Mountain time)
Cypress Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Park
6:45 - 8:30 am (Mountain time)
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