Hugh was a member of the Providence Day Class of 1980. A member of the first Varsity Football Team, he excelled and won The Gold Jersey award. He went on to graduate from East Carolina University in 1986, remaining a devoted fan and booster of the school for the rest of his life, especially its sports programs. Go Pirates!
Hugh worked for many years at the law firm Alston and Bird. In his personal life, he was a loyal friend, a loving son, and a man of deep Christian faith. He was a highly skilled drummer and played in several bands. He was an avid reader, record collector, and a lover of all types of music. He always had a keen wit and a quick smile. In his final years, he was a devoted son and caregiver for his parents. He will be truly missed by his friends and family.
Preceding him in death was his father, Hugh Caswell Mitchum, Jr. He is survived by his mother, Jeannette Mitchum of Charlotte. Hugh is also survived by his aunt and uncle, Angela and Larry Hayes.
The service to honor his life will be held in the chapel at Sharon Mausoleum, 5400 Monroe Rd., Charlotte, at 1:00 pm on Friday, January 21, 2022.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to East Carolina University.
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