Donald S. Mitchell, 29, of Oneonta, NY earned his Heavenly reward Saturday, November 2, 2019. Born in Oneonta, NY on August 22, 1990 to Sandra Layman and Donald Mitchell, Don was a beautiful baby and a shining star from the very beginning. He graduated from Oneonta Senior Highschool, going on to work most recently at the Otesaga Hotel, of which he was very proud. Music was Don's true passion. He was a talented lyricist and freestyle rap artist, who loved nothing more than creating music. Don was a beloved family member and a loyal friend to so many people, who will truly miss his amazing smile and his magnetic personality, which lit up the room.
Don is survived by his Mother Sandra Layman and partner John of Oneonta, NY, Father Donald Mitchell of Florida, Brothers Cory (Ashlee) Layman of Maryland, NY and David (Shannon) Ford of Oneonta, NY, maternal Grandmother Elaine McLean of Hartwick, NY, paternal Grandfather Kenneth Mitchell of California, numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces and Nephews, and many Loyal Friends, including his closest friend, Matthew Carlson and his parents, whom Don had great respect for.
Calling hours and funeral services will be held Wednesday November 13, 2019 from 12 pm to 1 pm at Bookhout Funeral Home in Oneonta, NY with burial directly after at the Hartwick Village Cemetery in Hartwick, NY.
"The song is ended but the melody lingers on..."
- Mitch Albom
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