I knew Mitch for about the last 5 years. He played the mandolin in the Praise Band at Redwood Valley Community Church. I was priviledged to be able to listen to him as we practiced or played for a couple hours a week. What a man! I wish I could repeat some of his great jokes. If someone messed up he would say "thats an ice cream offense". He was a great mentor for the young musicians. He loved to use his instrument to praise God. The song he seemed to enjoy the most was playing the lead on Banjo for "I`ll Fly Away" We will sing it again Sunday at the memorial service followed by ice cream. The memorial service is at 1 pm at Redwood Valley Community Church. Heading North on Hy101Take the West Road exit and turn right and then right again at School Way (at the stop sign) go about 1 mile the church is on the right immediatly after the RR tracks.