Edward "Ted" William Mitchell

Edward (Ted/Teddy) William Mitchell passed away in his home in Guelph, Ontario, on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the age of 63. He passed away with his wife, Maribel, by his side, whom he loved and was married to for 24 years.

Born, October 5th, 1960, to [late] Gord and Elizabeth (Debbie) Mitchell; 3rd of his siblings, Randy, Kathie, Gina, Wanda, Glen, and Jane, whom Ted loved and will always be remembered by.

Proud father of Emily (Steve), Dale (Jaclyn), Kelly (Dalton). Stepfather of Abraham (Jenn), Abigail (Michael), Ariel (Wesley). Proud Grandpa to Eila, Benjamin, Maverick, Lily, Delilah, and Max.

Ted Grew up in Lefroy, Innisfil, Ontario, and often shared fond memories of his childhood home, friends and family.

Ted was a hardworking man, dedicated to

his job at General Kinetics later Horstman Canada for over 32 years.

On July 26, 1998, Ted gave his life to the Lord Jesus Christ. “I want to be remembered for being the man God created me to be.”

On July 22, 2000, Ted married Maribel. In his words, “The two people that changed my life are Jesus and Maribel”. Through life’s victories and storms, Ted and Maribel worked together as a winning team.

Ted loved sports and was passionate about hockey! He loved watching his cousin play in his younger years and became a fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs; quietly favouring the Boston Bruins for his old-time favourite Bobby Orr. As a father, Ted loved to watch his son play and coach, “Let’s go boys!”.

Ted loved being a grandfather and was always excited to see new pictures and videos of his grandchildren.

Ted loved to laugh, and make others laugh, always telling a joke with a joyful smile on his face. He enjoyed weekend drives, visiting small towns, and visiting provinces during anniversaries. He enjoyed being outdoors and had a green thumb for his Trilliums, Poppies and Sunflowers in his garden. Ted enjoyed a good burger at restaurants, and spaghetti for a home cooked meal. He enjoyed family time, alone time, baking, board games, movies and ice cream. Yet, TV would be his go to, after a long day.

In late August 2023, Ted started to develop symptoms that challenged his ability to eat.

On November 1, 2023, Ted and Maribel received his diagnosis of esophageal cancer. This became a new journey for Ted, Maribel and those closest to him. Cancer however did not limit Ted. Ted loved life and would go on to live each day to the fullest and lived every day well. “I will smile everyday until the Lord takes me home”; and that is what Ted did before going to rest.

Teds life Passage:

“I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear the Lord and put their trust in him.” - Psalms 40:1-3

Ted's presence and joyful spirit will be missed dearly.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 17th, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Gilbert Macintyre & Son Dublin Chapel in Guelph, Ontario.