John Albert Mitchell

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Albert Mitchell, 75, who peacefully departed from this world on August 6, 2023. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, sibling, and friend. John Albert Mitchell was born on June 11 in St Petersburg, Florida. He grew up there and graduated from St Petersburg High School. After high school, John joined the United States Air Force. In 1968, he married the love of his life, Sharon Belew. They moved to Tavares, Florida, in 1974 where they raised their children and owned and operated a successful small family business, Belew’s Welding. John was well known and admired throughout the Tavares community. Belew’s Welding was a staple in Tavares, and many people got to know him when he fabricated or repaired items for them. John’s faith was central to his life. In 1987, he and his family started attending Life Church Assembly of God (formerly Leesburg First Assembly of God) in Fruitland Park where they have been faithful members for more than 30 years. John served on the Deacon Board of Life Church for many years. John had a great sense of humor and always seemed to keep people laughing. He had a lifelong love and fascination with trains. He also loved to barbecue and bake. He often entered competitions and won awards for his blueberry pies and his brisket. He was preceded in death by his mother, Pearl; his father, Richard; and his sister, Sandra. John Albert Mitchell is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sharon; his sons, Michael (Heidi) of Clermont, Florida, and Brian (Caimbrin) of Mount Dora, Florida; his siblings David, Elaine, and Deborah; his grandchildren, Lincoln, Cora, Brooklyn, and Benjamin. A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 11, at 11 am, at Life Church Assembly of God located at 4001 Picciola Road, Fruitland Park, Florida. Friends and family are invited to attend and celebrate his life. We will forever cherish the memories we shared with him and find comfort in knowing that he is in heaven with Jesus, who he faithfully followed since childhood. Rest in peace, John. You will remain forever in our hearts. Arrangements entrusted to Beyers Funeral Home of Leesburg, Florida.

John Albert Mitchell

June 11, 1948 - August 6, 2023