David Russell Mix

David Russell Mix, age 58, of Elmira NY, loving and beloved brother and uncle, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 1st, 2022; predeceased by his parents, Patricia B. Mix and Erving R. Mix, both in 2007. Survivors include brother, Stephen W. Mix of Elmira; sister and brother-in-law, Janet M. (William) Fraatz; of Lacey; WA; former sister-in-law, Mary Mix of Elmira; nephews, Michael Mix of Brighton CO, Christopher Mix of Broomfield, CO, C. Thomas Fraatz of Canton, NY, and Jonathan Fraatz of Minneapolis MN; his loving caregiver, Martha McGuire of Elmira NY; and the friends with whom he lived. David received his Bachelor of Arts in Music at Moravian College in 1986. David was a talented and dedicated church musician, who faithfully shared his gifts with many parishes, including Bethany Lutheran Church and Grace Episcopal Church, Elmira. He sang with the Cantata Singers and other choirs and choral organizations over the years, and volunteered as a musician in local retirement communities. Despite his challenges with bipolar disorder for most of his adult life, David generously cared for others, and lived his life with indomitable spirit. His creativity, lively sense of humor, and infectious laughter blessed those who knew him. CALLING HOURS WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 19TH, 2022, AT GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH, ELMIRA, FROM 11AM-12NOON WITH A REQUIEM MASS AT THE CONCLUSION OF CALLING HOURS; THE REV. JENNY SCOTT-JONES, CELEBRANT; FOLLOWED BY INTERMENT OF HIS ASHES IN THE CHAPEL OF BLESSED MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL IN THE CHURCH. A LIGHT RECEPTION WILL BE HELD IN WELLIVER HALL AFTER THE SERVICE. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorials to Grace Episcopal Church, 375 W. Church St, Elmira, NY 14901, or a charity of one’s choice. ARRANGEMENTS BY BAKER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME www.bakerfamilyfuneralhome.com

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