Swimming to Chicago by David-Matthew Barnes

Many holidays and river adventures were spent with Julie and Kelsy Hornsby (Newberry Florida).ĭavid Henry Mitchell was born the 5th of 9 children on November 15 th, 1949, in Wellsville, New York, to father Henry William Mitchell and mother Ida May (Quant).ĭavid is preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Barbara (Donald) Benjamin, Sandra (Lloyd) Hotchkiss, Joyce (Larry) Watson, Doris Doty. Nick’s closest friends, Bryan (Burger) Bronson, Ryan Curry, and Danny Becker were his brothers. Nick’s pride and joy and sole purpose in life was his son Christopher. Through Eddie’s helping hands Nick found joy in many local volunteer projects. Eddie and Janet, owners of Lester’s quickly welcomed him and Christopher. At the time of passing Nick was employed by Lester’s Garage Doors in Gainesville Florida where he found an additional family. Nick’s true integrity and kind heart showed through in his professional career and his volunteer work. Nick was an experienced brewmaster and horticulturist. Nick’s love of the outdoors stemmed from growing up on the Yawney Farm. Nick loved his Harley’s, dirt bikes, outdoor activities ,the beach, concerts ,festivals and was always up for life adventures. Nick created a fulfilling life for himself and his son in Florida with meager beginnings. Nick grew up in Jordan New York and moved to Florida in 2017 with his son Christopher. Nicholas (Nick) Charles Cooper, 40 passed away unexpectedly April 23rd 2022 in Gainesville Florida.

Swimming to Chicago by David-Matthew Barnes