June 13, 1983 – August 12, 2024
Andrew Place Mitchell, known to many as Andy, passed away on August 12, 2024, in Bradenton, Florida, at the age of 41. Born on June 13, 1983, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Curtis Mitchell and Kathleen Quinlan, Andy spent most of his life in Holmes Beach and Bradenton, Florida.
Andy graduated from Manatee High School and furthered his education at Manatee Technical Institute. He proudly served his country as a machinist in the United States Navy, a role he took great pride in. After completing his military service, Andy pursued a career as an underwater welder, a profession that combined his love for adventure with his technical skills.
Known for his free-spirited and adventurous nature, Andy was always eager to embrace new experiences and explore the world around him. His journey through life took him to many places, but he always found his way back to Bradenton, where he was most at home.
Andy is survived by his loving parents, Curtis and Kathleen, and his brothers Christopher Mitchell and his wife Heather of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Daniel Mitchell and his wife Rosanna of Naples, Florida. He was a beloved uncle to his nieces Julia, Sara, and Ainhoa, and nephews Matthew and Luken.
A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul the Apostles Church in Bradenton, Florida. A graveside service will be held at Mansion Memorial Park at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, August 21st. All who knew Andy are welcome to join in celebrating his life.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Andy's memory can be made to help with funeral expenses at the following site.
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Andy will be remembered for his kindness, his adventurous heart, and the easygoing charm that endeared him to everyone around him. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
