Colin James Mitchell Toronto, Ontario Obituary

Colin James Mitchell

<p>MITCHELL, Colin James “Jim” </p><p>(October 30, 1944 – April 18, 2021) - </p><p>Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on April 18th 2021. Beloved husband of Terrie Taylor for 30 years. Loving father of Jennifer Mitchell (Ian Ball) and Sarah Rule (Alain Rule). Proud grandfather of Oliver and Violet Rule. Dear brother of Susan Mitchell (John Fyfe). Cherished uncle of Karen, Alison and Brianna. He was a talented artist and musician known to his friends as "Mandolin Jim". A Private Funeral will be held. As a tribute to his mother, donations in Jim’s memory may be made to The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada and condolences may be expressed online at www.wctownfuneralchapel.com.</p>
October 30, 1944 - April 18, 202110/30/194404/18/2021
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Rick Hunt
April 21, 2021
I had the privilege of working with Jim as a fellow Tool and Diemaker at GM in Dept. 39. We had lots of conversations over many coffees, but mostly tons of laughs! I was the one that sold Jim that Sprite trailer for his lake lot. I was so looking forward to having a c... Continue Reading
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John Crouse
April 21, 2021
I first met Jim in 2002, in the early formation stage of Durham Region Folk Circle. We started in members' homes, but the group grew very quickly, and we found friendly space in Royal Canadian Legion on Hunt St., Ajax. After several years, we found friendlier space at RC... Continue Reading
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Anne Rule
April 20, 2021
My heart and thoughts go out to all the family. Jim certainly was a very special and talented man. His spirit will go on through his amazing art and music, which he shared with his family and friends. You can all cherish the special memories you had as a family. I rememb... Continue Reading
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Norah Love
April 20, 2021
I am so very sad to learn of Jim's passing. I knew him for many years through music at the Durham Folk Circle and the wonderful jam sessions he hosted at his home on King St. in Whitby. For several years we collaborated in a group called the ShedDogs. I have such f... Continue Reading
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Jo Keag
April 20, 2021
Although I did not have the good fortune to meet your Dad Sarah, his paintings have brought a smile to my face. The stories you have told of him bring appreciation for his gifted expression through music, which continue to exist through your beautiful voice. Your cottag... Continue Reading
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Mike Cole
October 10, 2023
I met Jim through the Durham Folk club a few years back . Terrific mandolin player , musician and always one to encourage a newbee like me . Quick with a laugh or to jump in with a tune . Evenings in the shed jammin . I will miss these . Terrie and the rest of Jim's ... Continue Reading