David John Samuel Mitchell – 77 of West Pugwash , passed away June 27th at All Saints Hospital , Springhill . David was the oldest of 5 children born to Ronald and Mildred ( Wood ) Mitchell on May 2 1 / 1945 . David ' s wife Patricia Karen ( White ) daughter of Omen & Ella White , Joggins passed on November 2 / 2016 . David and his beautiful wife Pat celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 201 6 . . . the love of Dave ' s life . Dave worked various jobs over his working career . . . one of the best welders around , lobster fisherman / helper a nd could turn his hand to most anything . Patsy worked for 25 plus years at East Cumberland Lodge loving her coworkers and had a very special place in her heart for t h e residents . Everyone was welcome at their home . . . from helping family and friends when needed to helping anyone in need . Patsy was an outstanding cook and could whip up a meal in no time . ... homemade bread , hot cross buns , biscuits , the list go e s on . Dave and Pat cherished their boys David Michael and Dennis James and were so proud of the men they became and their beautiful families . David and Dennis were always there to help their Mom and Dad . We have lost a wonderful Father / Mother , Brother / Sister - in - Law , Grandfather / Grandmother who loved each and everyone of us unconditionally . Dave and Pat are survived by sons David ( Carolanne ) Springhill , Dennis ( Janet ) Amherst . Grandchildren Josuha Mitchell ( Amherst ) , Devin Mitchell ( Fredericton ) . . . Step Grandchildren Chris , Beth , Lisa , Tori , Alex plus many nieces and nephews . There will not be a service or visitation as per Dave ' s request but feel free to reach out to the family in any way y ou can. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart andStroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.