Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Mitchell Roy Carpenter, age 17, of Omro, died peacefully Saturday, November 30, 2013, at Children's Hospital in Milwaukee, with his mom and step-dad by his side. He was born November 6, 1996, in Oshkosh. Mitchell was a student at Omro High School, class of 2015. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed playing video games and watching TV. In 2006 Mitchell was awarded the Good Citizenship Award at the Omro Elementary School. He was involved with Make-a-Wish from 2005 until 2010, being a trip recipient in 2005, and from 2007 to 2010 was the Waupun Truckin Show recipient. Mitchell's first flight was piloted by USAF Retired Gen. Chuck Yeager.
Mitchell is survived by his mother and step-father, Bonnie and Theron Coats; his father, Bud Henning; his sister and brother, Alexandra and Rexford Coats; grandparents, William and Denise Carpenter; uncles, Ron Carpenter, Mike (Susan) Carpenter, Dan (Jennifer) Carpenter, Joe Carpenter; cousins, Diesel, Kylee, Elizabeth, and Ryker Carpenter; grandparents, Don and Lynda Coats; Karen and Pete Hielsberg; great-grandparents, Gordon and Elaine Moran; great-uncle, Don Chakas; numerous great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins from the Carpenter, Nelson, and Zimmer families; and special friends, Joni Volp, his personal aide, and Shelly Schry.
Preceding Mitchell in death were great-grandparents, Edith and Roy Carpenter, Joe and Alice Zimmer, Louie and Gladys Fojtik, Robert and Janet Albrecht; great-uncles, Ray Zimmer, Lynn Nelson; Aunt Annette; Grandma Carol; and his dog, Sassy.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Wednesday, December 4, 2013, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Mueller Funeral Home, 904 E. Main St. Winneconne, and will continue on Thursday, December 5 at the Borth United Methodist Church, W304 Cty Rd D, Berlin, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor George Groves officiating. Burial will follow in the Rushford Cemetery.
Mitchell's family wishes to thank the staff at Children's Hospital, the special needs program, Tracy his home care nurse, and the Omro First Responders for all of the care and support given to him.
If you wish, please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
Sharon & Jerel Ballard wrote on December 12, 2013
We were sorry to hear about Mitchell. My parents were dear friends of Mitchell's great-grandfather, Roy and great-grandmother,Edith. We spent many times visiting at their home or them at ours. You sure can see that Mitchell looks like Roy and there is comfort in knowing that Mitchell is in great company. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
shelly bagley wrote on December 5, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss Bonnie! my heart hurts for you! may God comfort you and your family during this hard time.
Jan Todd wrote on December 3, 2013
Sincere condolences. Another JHD angel shining bright!
Susan Mott wrote on December 3, 2013
Bonnie - I am so sorry to hear of your loss and pray that God will cover you with His amazing grace at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peggy Trudell wrote on December 3, 2013
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you Bonnie and Family during this difficult time... God Bless...
Allison Bestler wrote on December 3, 2013
So very sorry, Bonnie & Theron. I am not able to make it to Mitch's funeral - but really tried. Prayers for you all.
Lisa Schlagel wrote on December 3, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I know there are no words to comfort you but I am sure the good Lord will help you through this time of need. God Bless.
The Dunbars wrote on December 3, 2013
Mitch, you were very loved and will be very missed. As you look down from your spot in heaven I know it will be with the same joy that you brought to the hearts of the people that knew you. Love, prayers, and peace to your family.
Dawn Close wrote on December 3, 2013
Even though i barely knew you and your son Mitch I always kept up on his condition. I can see the love and strength this family has for one another. I am deeply sorry for your loss of such a young man
Joe & Karen Zimmer wrote on December 2, 2013
Thank you for being a part of our lives. We are the better for it.
Cousin, Elaine Fuhrman wrote on December 2, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. Although I never knew Mitchell, his great-grandfather, Roy, was my god-father & my mother's brother. Can certainly tell, from his picture, he is truly a Carpenter & followed in the family tradition, of great stock!
Blessings to your family.