Birth date: Dec 18, 1947 Death date: Oct 28, 2022
Robert (Bob) Revell Mitchell Jr., 74, of Spotsylvania County, Virginia, passed away suddenly on October 28, 2022. Bob was born on December 18, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was raised in nearby Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. Read Obituary
Hundreds of young men benefitted from Bob's steady service as Committee Chair of Troop 171 over nearly 30 years. On behalf of all of them, Thank You, Bob's life of service has been most meaningful!
So much I can say about Bob...and yet it seems so inadequate. He was such a good, loving, caring man and that was reflected in every aspect of his life. When he married my sister, Helen, I knew that both of them had found someone special in the other. He treated Helen like a princess (though she might deny it!) and loved my niece Rachel and my nephew Andrew just like they were his own children. Whenever I would talk with him (which unfortunately was not that often), he was so knowledgeable and wise. There wasn't a topic that he couldn't talk about intelligently and he always felt more like a brother than a brother-in-law.
I could go on and on about the goodness in Bob but those who knew him know all about this remarkable man. I will miss his compassion...his love...his gentle spirit...and so much more. We all were blessed to have him as long as we did.
I want to share my love and deepest sympathy to Helen and all the family. I maybe 8,000 miles away but I wish I could be there with you now. Please know that I will be with you at the funeral (online)...with a very heavy heart.
Bob was my brother in law and there is no way I could ever match his quick wit and huge heart. He was always one to keep me on my toes and put me in my place when needed (which wasn't ever very often- ha ha!). Both he and my sister Helen were lucky to have found the kind of love that they had. I will forever be grateful that my niece and nephew had such a wonderful father who showed them so much guidance, compassion and love. Bob, you will be missed! Love you forever....
I really enjoyed working with Bob. He always had a smile on his face. He had fond stories to tell of his adventures with his wife and his family. He was part of the AKO program when we were moving on to newer technologies. He always had a smile on his face. May God bless his family during this time of mourning. He is now at rest with our Lord. See you soon buddy!
I am shocked to read this news. Bob and I were Facebook friends and communicated when we had good jokes to pass on. :-) I knew Bob back in Sunnyvale, CA, where we both worked for Control Data Corporation. Bob was quite a photographer back then, and he took photos at my wedding in 1978 or 1979. I know from his Facebook posts that he had been active in various education-related activities in his hometown; I certainly hope that someone takes up the cause in his name.
My condolences to his family; I know that he was very proud of his children and that the loved them, and his wife, Helen, very much.
Ellen Boughter
Bob will be remembered for so many years of service, guidance and mentorship in Boy Scout Troop 171. He was a wealth of knowledge and will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace, Bob.
