Richard “Rick” B. Mitchell, age 65, of Seymour, entered eternal rest on March 3, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his beloved family.
He was the loving husband of thirty-four years to Cheryl A. Brancato Mitchell.Rick was born in Waterbury on September 14, 1959, son of the late Russell F. Mitchell Sr. and Olga Michaliska Mitchell. He was a lifelong resident of Seymour, where he attended high school and raised his family. He was employed at Sikorsky Aircraft in production control for forty-five years until his retirement in 2023.
Rick was passionate about his job and the fellowship found within, forging many lifelong friendships.
When Rick was not working, he would most certainly be found along with Cheryl at the Wind Jammer in Misquamicut, R.I. Sea salt and sand ran through his veins. No one was more passionate than Rick when it came to patterning weather, waves, and riding the ocean surf. Rick’s equally favorite passion was lifting weights, personal health, wellness, and always striving to be in his best shape.
There was only one other thing that could trump Rick’s passion for surfing and weightlifting and that was being a father. Rick was second to none in the fatherhood department, especially when it came to coaching his only daughter Kelly, both on and off the softball field.
Rick had a love for music and enjoyed attending concerts. Some of his favorite hobbies included skiing and bowling. Rick was also an avid sports fan who loved watching his favorite teams, UCONN, the New York Jets and the Boston Red Sox. He shared many great memories with his wife and daughter at Jets and Patriots football games.
In addition to his wife Cheryl, Rick leaves to cherish his memory his adored daughter Kelly Ann Lampart, son-in-law, Patrick Lampart and grandson Patrick Lampart Jr., all of Southbury, a brother Russell Mitchell Jr. (Jean) of Spartanburg, SC, grandson, Patrick Lampart Jr. of Southbury, mother-in-law and father-in-law, Anthony and Frances Brancato Sr. of Ansonia, in-laws, Lori Pokladowski (Andrew Jr.) of Oxford, Anthony Brancato Jr. (Barbara) of Seymour and Joseph Brancato (Diana) of FL, nieces and nephews, Gianna Brancato, James Mitchell (Nanda), Robert Mitchell (Roberta), Drew Pokladowski (Abby), Anthony Brancato III and Bianca Brancato along with many cousins and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family and pay their respects on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 1:00 – 3:00 pm in the chapel of SPINELLI-RICCIUTI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia.
At 3:00 pm a service in celebration of Rick’s life will take place with Pastor Jeffrey Schlemmer officiating.
Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Contributions in Rick’s memory may be made directly to ORCA, Ocean Research and Conservation Association, responsible for changing the nature of aquatic preservation at, www.teamorca.org. To sign Rick’s guest book or share a memory, please visit, www.spinelliricciutifh.com.
