Robert L. Mitchell, a man of faith

Robert L. Mitchell, 96, of Milford quietly passed away in his sleep  Wednesday, July 24, 2019. Born in New Kensington, Pa., June 8, 1923, he lived and raised his family in Dunellen, N.J., for 44 years. 

Robert was a World War II veteran who served in the U.S. Army Air Corps. While serving as an airplane mechanic, he earned the American Theatre Ribbon, Victory Medal and Good Conduct Medal. He graduated from Rutgers University where he received both his bachelor’s and MBA while working full time and supporting his family. 

Robert married Laura White July 13, 1957, and they were together for 55 years. He retired after 40 years of employment from Western Electric (AT&T) in Kearney, N.J.  A man of faith, he was actively involved in The First Presbyterian Church of Dunellen, where he served in Session as an elder for over 40 years. He was a dedicated provider for both his children and grandchildren, whom he loved and supported enthusiastically.  

He was predeceased by his wife Laura; and brothers William, James, Thomas and John; and sister Frances. Robert is survived by his children, Beverly Lovelace and her husband Richard, Robert and his wife Karen, and Kimberly Mitchell; and his stepson Ronald Snyder and his wife Marta.  He was also the very proud grandfather of Alex, Corey and Kristin Mitchell, and Diana and Hilary Lovelace and her husband Nate. He is also survived by his two sisters-in-law, Lillian Mitchell and Elaine Mitchell; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. 

A Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 7, at Allentown Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Dr.  Stephen Heinzel-Nelson will officiate.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to either the Delaware Veterans Home, 100 Delaware Veterans Blvd., Milford, DE 19963, or Allentown Presbyterian Church Youth or Mission programs, 20 South Main St., Allentown, NJ 08501.

Arrangements by Peppler Funeral Home, Allentown.