Stephen Ray Mitchell

“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!” ― Hunter S. Thompson, The Proud Highway: Saga of a Desperate Southern Gentleman, 1955-1967 ___________________________________________________________________________________ Stephen Ray Mitchell, formally of Prattville AL, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025 at the age of 67. Stephen was born on September 29, 1957 in Maryville, TN to William and Judy Ousley Mitchell. Stephen is survived by his daughter Caitlin Pectol (Orlando FL), her husband Nick Pectol, granddaughter Collin; daughter Emily DeBusk; brother Douglas Mitchell (Bonaire GA), his wife Celeste, nephew Christopher Mitchell (Richmond Hill GA), wife Kira and nieces Madison and Brooklyn. Stephen graduated from Troy University where he was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity and the Trojan football team. He was an avid outdoorsman, and with a long career of advertising in the outdoor industry, he was able to spend much of his time doing what he loved. Stephen was a passionate storyteller, passionate about most things in fact. Challenging the status quo was commonplace, which rendered many extraordinary tales that he loved to share and relive. Stephen lived for experiences and making memories - his legacy a testament to a life well lived. Celebration of Life will be held on at 1pm on June 7, 2025 at the Courtyard Marriot Troy (115 Troy Plaza Loop, Troy, AL, USA 36081). ___________________________________________________________________________________ In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes photos, sentiments or stories to be shared on this page. Any more is certainly not necessary, but if you are inclined to an additional expression of remembrance, please consider a donation to the wildlife conservation organizations below. National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) https://your.nwtf.org/members/donate/ Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) https://www.rmef.org/donate/donation-packages/ Coastal Conservation Association Florida (CCA) https://ccaflorida.org/product-category/donations/

Stephen Ray Mitchell

September 29, 1957 - April 10, 2025