James Mitchell was born December 3rd, 1915 the youngest child of James A. and Reca Mitchell in Malta, Montana. His young life was full of adventures with his brothers and sisters; always including horses, cattle and a multitude of pets. He attended elementary school in rural Phillips County which led to lifelong memories and humorous stories.
In the early 1930s Jim was proud to be one of the many workers who built the Fort Peck Dam. He was drafted into the Air Force in 1942 and served his country during World War II. His travels took him to India, Burma, China, and Australia. Upon his return he continued ranching with his family. On March 8th, 1947 he married Dorothea Kahn in Malta. They ranched south of Malta and raised their three daughters. In the following years they ranched near Clyde Park, Ashland, Grass Range, and eventually retired to the Yellowstone Valley near Miles City.
Jim’s life was centered around ranching and cattle. He kept up with the ranch lives of his daughters and their families. Right up to the end he was concerned about the calf market and if everybody had enough hay for the winter. He was blessed with a good life and he lived it well. He passed away at age 100 in the early morning hours of Oct. 6th and will be laid to rest in his beloved Phillips County.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Dorothea, his brothers Lawrence, Forrest, and Orville Mitchell and his sisters Gladys Isom and Bertha Cebulski.
He is survived by his three daughters, Charlotte Miller (Myron Allerdings), Cheryl (Mick) Melin and Judy (Mark) Bloxham. Jim is also survived by four grandsons, Nolan (Amanda) Melin, Ryan (Nichole) Melin, Mitchell Bloxham, and Jordan Bloxham. Also surviving are his great grandson Brand Melin and his great granddaughter Chasyn Melin. Jim is also survived by his niece and nephews who he held very close to his heart.
Military graveside services will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Malta Cemetery in Malta, Montana. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
11:00 a.m.
Wednesday October 12, 2016
Malta Cemetery
Malta, Montana 59538
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
11:00 a.m.
Wednesday October 12, 2016
Malta Cemetery
Malta, Montana 59538
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Ana Walker says
My deepest sympathy to all of the family. I was honored to know him…..he was very proud of his 3 girls. You are all in my thoughts and he will be missed very much.
Beth Ann Wiedeman says
Jim’s family: Sorry for your loss, it is hard let go. Thank you for the time I was able to spend with him, and with you.
Cheryl Smutt says
Sorry for your loss. I liked taking him coffee and we would discuss the weather. He will be missed very much.
Margo Hellickson says
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. He was very much a gentleman in all ways. He always looked forward to the outings for meals and keeping up on agriculture in general. I am glad I was able to meet this fine man.
Pat Hanlan says
Keeping all of you in my prayers; he must have been a very good man to have such nice family members. Pat H
Carol Schneidt says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all !
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Ruben aand June Opp says
Charlotte and all the Mitchell family, We are so sorry to hear about your loved ones passing Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during these difficult days and the days ahead . May God bless and comfort you all .
Ruben and June Opp
Ernie and Mary Jane says
Sad to hear of Jim’s passing. Prayers for your comfort and wishing you all the joy of great memories.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Judy, Charlotte, and family-
I am very sorry to see that your dad passed away. What an incredible life he lived! I am sending prayers of condolences to all of you during this difficult time.
With loving sympathy,
Kim Stanton
Curtis says
What a great life he had. My best to all.. Wish I was there.
Curtis Cebulski
Deb & Bob Hagemeister says
Charlotte and family,
Sorry for your loss — we are sending our thoughts and prayers to you all – Deb & Bob
cynde jo Trucano says
Charlotte, I am so sorry to hear this. I enjoyed so much listening to all of your stories about him… How lucky you were all to have him for so long. Sending you a hug.. With my deepest sympathy…. Cynde jo
Karson and Marie Kluver says
Mitchell Family
To our wonderful friends and neighbors we are thinking of you during this difficult time. We know you have many wonderful memories to carry you through.
Carole Richards says
Charlotte and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss!! I never met your dad but I know he led an amazing life!! I never tired of hearing about all the things he did and accomplished. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad, sad time!!
Martha Crandall says
My sympathy
Aletta Shannon says
Charlotte & family~ Thinking of you and sending prayers. 100 years of memories to be treasured. May those help ease your sorrow. Sincere Sympathy