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Chris Mitchell - Killed in a car accident April 11, 2008 due to road conditions

By Linda Burandt

Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Integrity

April 12, 2008 02:43 AM

Chris Mitchell

Hello Everyone,

I have very sad news. Chris Mitchell, loving father of 3 children, one grandchild...incredible business man, remarkable friend and my boyfriend has died tragically in a car crash.

It happened yesterday April 11, 2008 as he was traveling back on Hwy 95 between North Branch and Cambridge. He was returning from dropping his oldest a 19 yr old off at guards for the weekend.

He was struck head on by an oncoming vehicle that had, due to the road conditions traveled into Chris' lane.

Chris died on the way to the hospital. Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers. He has 3 teen-age children and a grandchild that all live with him in Elk River. They are all alone now and need our prayers and support in so many ways.

Here is the information on the Funeral services as well as a memorial account set up for the children. Please feel free to call me with any questions. 612-219-0262

Chris Mitchell Family Fund
Bank of Elk River
630 Main Street
Elk River, MN 55330
(763) 441-1000

The Wake:

Date: Wednesday April 16, 2008

Time: 4-8pm

Dares Funeral Home Elk River:

http://www.funeralhomesguide.com/Minnesota/ElkRiver/DaresFuneralService.html

805 Main Street Nw
Elk River, MN 55330
Phone Number: (763) 441-1212

The Funeral:

Thursday April 17^th

Church of St. Andrew – Elk River

Time: Visitation 11:00am

Funeral Service 12:00pm

Cemetary Service immediately following

Lunch: Return to Church after cemetery service.

Memorials preferred

http://www.saint-andrew.net/

Church of Saint Andrew
566 Fourth Street NW
Elk River, Minnesota 55330
www.saint-andrew.net

Phone: (763) 441-1483
Fax: (763) 441-1485

Obituary will be in the Star Tribune Monday as well as the St. Paul Pioneer press with more details following on Tuesday’s paper.

There will also be information in the Elk River Star News.

There is a benefit account for Chris Mitchell set up at a local bank to help the children out during this difficult time.

Chris knew so many people so please pass this information along so we don’t leave anyone out who would like to pay their final respects to this awesome man.

If you have any questions please email me at lburandt@kw.com

Chris Mitchell Family Fund
Bank of Elk River
630 Main Street
Elk River, MN 55330
(763) 441-1000

Linda Burandt

612-219-0262

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Roland Woodworth

Blue Cord Realty - Clarksville, TN

Blue Cord Realty

Linda: Sorry to hear about Chris. My God bless you and his family.

Apr 13, 2008 05:17 PM

Robert Machado

HomePointe Property Management, CRMC - Sacramento, CA

CPM MPM - Property Manager and Property Management

I am so sorry for you and Chris' family. My condolences.

Apr 13, 2008 05:38 PM

April Hayden-Munson

Brookfield, WI

Brookfield Wisconsin Real Estate

Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. Chris will be missed by so many. Be strong and have faith. We never know when our work here is done. I will keep you and his family in my prayers. Sincerely, April Hayden- Munson

Apr 13, 2008 06:02 PM

Lea-Ann Virnig

Lea-Ann's Home Beautiful Staging and Design LLC - San Antonio, TX

Home Beautiful: San Antonionulls Premier , Home Staging Company

My thoughts and prayers are with you and his children and grandchild. I had heard the weather was not good in MN over the past few days. What a tragedy!

Apr 13, 2008 07:02 PM

Neal Bloom

Brokered by eXp Realty LLC - Weston, FL

Realtor CRS-Weston FL Real Estate

Terrible...I'm sorry to hear the sad news. I never knew him but I'm truly sorry.

Apr 14, 2008 12:30 AM

Debbie Malone

Londeree's Real Estate & Property Management - Lynchburg, VA

From Lynchburg To The Lake (434) 546-0369

Linda, I am so sorry to read about this tragedy. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Apr 14, 2008 12:54 AM

Teri Eckholm

Boardman Realty - White Bear Lake, MN

REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro

Linda--I had not heard of this accident until today. How very tragic and sad. I have travelled that Hwy 95 route between North Branch and Cambridge so many times...It is narrow and can be dangerous in good weather. How very sad for you and the rest of his family. My heart goes out to you all.

Apr 14, 2008 02:23 AM

Sandra Workman

Coldwell Banker Realty - Bradley, IL

BBA, Broker, CRS, GRI, ABR, SFR, CNE, ePRO, CNHS

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Apr 14, 2008 02:26 AM

Anonymous

Sheri Merkling

Linda, We're praying for peace and comfort for both you and his children. Chris became a great friend in a short time during the Diva expo and he will be missed by many, many people.

Apr 14, 2008 07:55 AM

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Joddie Roberts

Mountain Real Estate and Property Management - Spokane, WA

Your Spokane Realtor - Spokane, WA

Linda, I'm sorry for your loss. Will keep you and his family in my thoughts and prayers.

Apr 14, 2008 07:56 AM

Dave Klatch

The Reid Team @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty - Scottsdale, AZ

I am so sorry to hear about your loss and the loss for his family. We will keep you and the family in our prayers and thoughts.

Apr 14, 2008 10:39 AM

Lindsey Hasford

Edina Realty - Elk River, MN

Bringing you home...

Linda - I am so very sorry about Chris! I enjoyed his posts and his energy here on AR! I will be praying for your families during this tragic time!

Apr 14, 2008 11:26 AM

Derek Bauer's, www.DoorToDreams.com Door to Dreams Home Selling Team

Real Estate One - South Lyon, MI

What a terrible tragedy. My thoughts and prayers to you, your and his family. We wonder why God tests us with such things. May you all stay strong.

Apr 14, 2008 02:33 PM

Tony Veit

Keller Williams Realty - Raleigh, NC

Linda, I don't know you, but my thoughts and prayers are with you and Chris' children. I can't feel your pain, but my heart cries our for you. ANd I pray the Lord's peace be with you through this time of loss and healing.

Apr 14, 2008 02:47 PM

Julie Davis, Amy Blank - Rediscovered Interiors, LLC

Rediscovered Interiors, LLC - Andover, MN

Linda, we have been to your office, but have never met you--I can't imagine what you are going thru, and it is hard to know exactly what to say, that can be of any comfort. All I know is, we all have a heavenly Father that loves us deeply, and I pray for his comfort and peace to be wrapped around you and Chris' family. You are in our thoughts and prayers......

Apr 14, 2008 02:59 PM

Karen Hubert

Center Stage Design-real estate staging, Ancaster/Hamilton - Ancaster, ON

Home Stager

Linda, I don't know what to say. I am sorry for your loss. What a terrible loss for all those family members . My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Take care.

Apr 14, 2008 03:04 PM

Jim Crawford

Long & Foster - Fredericksburg, VA

Jim Crawford Broker Associate Fredericksburg VA

I am so sorry for your loss! You are all in our prayers!

Apr 14, 2008 03:07 PM

Robert L. Brown

www.mrbrownsellsgr.com - Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Real Estate Bellabay Realty, West Mic

My thoughts are with you and yours. Such a tragedy. May God be with you!!

Apr 15, 2008 01:38 AM

Justin Williams

Independent - Virginia Beach, VA

Loan Officer

oh I'm so sorry to hear about this...My thoughts and prayers go out to Chris and his family. I didn't even realize this happened until reading some older blog posts....My prayers go out during this tragic time!

Apr 28, 2008 12:57 PM

Margaret Ann Innis

Decorate To Sell - Merrimack Valley Real Estate Staging - Andover, MA

Real Estate Staging - MA & NH

We are sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy and prayers.

Apr 28, 2008 01:42 PM

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