George Edgar Mitchell, 82, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, surrounded by the love of his wife, children, grandchildren, and extended family. 

Born in Great Bend, Kansas, on August 5, 1943, to Marvin and Roxie (Purcell) Mitchell. George grew up hunting, fishing, and reading voraciously, finishing every book in his school and local libraries by eighth grade.

A lifelong educator, George earned advanced degrees in mathematics and business and spent the majority of his career at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, Minnesota, where he served as a professor and later as Academic Dean. After retiring in 2007, the family relocated to Malcolm, Nebraska.

George leaves behind a legacy of love, resilience, and integrity. He is survived by his wife, Risë (Kaylor); his three children—John; Stephanie and son-in-law James; and Joseph and daughter-in-law Christine; and his eight beloved grandchildren: Grant, Laurel, Kjirsten, Nick, Reid, Alex, Maddie, and Brooklyn. He also leaves behind dozens of nieces and nephews, sisters and brothers-in-law, and his dear friend and companion, Truman the cat.

A celebration of George’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 1014 N 6th St, Seward, Nebraska. Memorials to the family for further designation.