Condolences
I’m so sorry to find out that Dave had passed away. I knew him way back when we both worked at a company called Northridge Petroleum Marketing. I remember Dave as a very caring coworker and a friend. I am sorry for your loss
Erin Delsing
My condolences to David's family. I met David while he was at Projex downtown and over a few meetings we connected and carried on with phone calls and coffee over the years. David was always very kind of his time and the conversation interesting on many topics.
RIP David.
Carolyn and Jessica, forgive me for writing this late. It isn't easy to summarise a friendship of 43 years. Dave and I met in University when we both discovered we had a common electronics hobby (known today as two "geeks"). We had electronics in the 1970s that was pretty esoteric compared to what was broadly available. Trips to the Ranch were many where I met Dave Sr and Doris. It seemed they were similar to my parents and that they ought to meet my parents. That happened and Dave Sr and Doris because fast friends with my parents. Dave and my adventures together included strapping a rather large video camera to the strut of an airplane that I flew over the ranch to make a surprise footage for Dave Sr's birthday, skiing in Switzerland together (well...it was Dave's first time on skis but he managed to make friends with my cousin Leo on that trip that also became a life-time friend) to many other adventures that likely shouldn't be mentioned. Dave was a proud Albertan and Calgarian who always wanted to give back to his community and his industry. His social skills at the Oilman's were legendary. It wasn't easy being the offspring of an oil patch legend like Dave Sr, despite Dave having a long and successful career in the energy space. I think that played a role in his late-life challenges but no-one will ever know, despite how close one might have been to Dave. I talked to Dave regularly and the last call, a few months ago, was particularly disheartening for despite his gratefulness for my call, it was clear on the phone that he was in very poor health. That was the last call before his passing. We had a great friendship and there were so many memories. He was generous to a fault and he recalled and acted on other's generosity to him, including my Swiss cousin, Leo. That impressed Leo so much. But what he was most proud of was his daughters and he constantly talked about your accomplishments, Jessica and Carolyn. I will miss him terribly but I cannot imagine your pain.
Our most sincere and deepest condolences, Brian Moghadam & Gayle Hunter.
To the Mitchell family,
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I just learned about the unfortunate news through a Facebook post today. Dave was an amazing man, and I had the privilege of working with him at the Manning Centre for a few years. When I worked with him he used to always be in such a great and friendly mood and it was a pleasure seeing him every morning. He was a truly amazing guy to work beside. With me being the young guy in the office, he used to always give me great, wise and unsolicited relationship and business advice. Some of the things he told me about paying attention to little details with the things women do and say, or about always focusing on the cash flow in any business enterprise are honestly little tidbits of information that have stuck with me still today - 6 years later. While these may seem like small trivial anecdotes, the wisdom he shared with me and the way he did it left I really lasting impression on me. Believe it or not, Dave and the little things he taught me still come to mind for me very regularly and have helped me in life. I only got to know David in a work environment, but I know enough about him to know he was a great guy. While I know his passing must be tough, the good news is I am sure his memory will live on as a very positive one with hundreds (or thousands) of people. I hope he is in a better place now.
I offer you my sincere condolences, and my thoughts are with you and your family today.
Sincerely,
Morgan
To Dave Mitchell Family: I am an American friend who met Dave at an international management course over 30 years at Cornell University. We kept in touch regularly all these years and met several times again. He was such a fun and engaging person. I am severely saddened by his passing and wish all the best for his daughters in these difficult times. Tim Drury
Dear Doris, Donna and family.
I am so sorry to hear Dave has passed so suddenly. I'm sure the shock of his death will remain for months to come.
The memories of his life will continue throughout your lifetime and finally joy will come knowing he is free in spirit life.
Surrounding you in love,
Beverly Milner
To the Mitchell family
Dave and Karen have been life long friends. Some of our best memories were of Dave and Dennis enacting practical jokes on one another over the years, taking our children out on Halloween , terrific parties at the ranch, and numerous years of celebrating at the Oilmen s golf tournaments in Jasper and Banff. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dave's family and friends at this time. May we always remember the good times together. Jean Dennis Mitchell and Jocelyn Prince
David and I shared home room, many classes, a bit of friendly, good natured ribbing, and lots of laughs during our days together at Western Canada High School. We connected intermittently in the ensuing years, did a few stereo deals in my Philips Electronics days, and always enjoyed catching up through the decades since, as our paths fortuitously crossed on various occasions in business and politics. Most gratifying was reconnecting through his daughter Jessica and PC Youth, and having David enthusiastically join me for some door knocking during the 2015 election. David was always a pleasure to reconnect with, a warm smile and thoughtful reminiscence was always at hand, and I am honoured to have considered him a friend that will now be sorely missed for his integrity, warmth and good nature. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time, and especially for Jessica who I was lucky enough to get to know during her time as President of the PC Youth. Godspeed to you all and know that I am deeply saddened by your loss.
Richard Gotfried
WCHS Class of ‘76
MLA Calgary-Fish Creek
Dave came into my life about eight years ago. I would like to think that I helped him but probably he was of greater help to me in our shared struggle. Over those years Dave & I had many conversations, usually several times per week during which we tried to be helpful & supportive to one another, we had some successes!
Dave has suffered several on-going tribulations during our time as friends. He has always tried to manage those with the greatest of attention to the welfare of his family. Over the past few years his greatest joy has been the accomplishments of his daughters, Jessica & Carolyn. He has been so proud of them.
I am already missing the conversations I wish I could have with him, I know that will last a long time. He was a wonderful friend.
Ross Harrison
I remember many wonderful times spent with the Mitchell family at the ranch. Cecile and I are saddened at the news of David's passing at too young an age and send our heartfelt condolences to all of the family.
...Johnny Thorson
Doris, Donna, Karen, Jessica and Carolyn,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on David’s passing. We remember David as a young man with great enthusiasm and love of the ranch. We had great times with David at 4M and many positive memories.
We are saddened at a life lost too young. We will always remember David as a great ambassador of the Mitchell Family.
Ian and Cheryl
Karen, Jessica and Carolyn, our deepest condolences at this very difficult time. We will all cherish the wonderful memories we have shared. We will have you in our hearts and prayers. Linda and Val
The departure of someone from your life cycle, whether remote or close, younger or older, leaves an indelible impression. Over a span of slightly more than 20 years, Dave Jr. created many impressions through our mutual interests including my post-retirement consultancy for one of his projects and reconnecting were always enjoyable moments. Doris, and family, please know that Nancy and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and send our condolences.
Dick and Nancy Wilson
Karen, Jessica, Carolyn,
We are deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Dave. Sharing in your sadness as you remember him. There never was anyone like him and never will be again. He was a true original. May your hearts mend a little with each passing day.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Ken and Kathy Wedin
Kim and Kyle Jensen
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