John Mitton, 75, of Seminole, FL passed away on November 17, 2023. He was born on October 15, 1948, in Columbus, OH to parents Raymond and June Mitton.
John was born and raised in the Columbus, OH area. After high school, he joined the Air Force serving overseas in the Pacific, and after his honorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces, he stayed in Japan for his entire civilian career with his first wife, Kay whom he had a daughter with named Susan. He left Japan after the passing of his first wife, retired as a federal employee, moved to Florida, and spent his retirement with his surviving wife, Peggy.
He was known for his humbleness and strong work ethic in the Air Force and as a career civil servant for the United States government. Also, he was a volunteer for numerous public and religious service organizations. John was a member of the Free Masons, Moose Lodge, and an active church member. He loved participating in church activities, reading, and sightseeing with his wife Peggy in the Tampa Bay area. He also spoke and taught fluent Japanese while living in Japan. He was a proud father to his daughter, Susan, and a proud grandfather to his grandson, Rhys.
His services will be held Thursday, December 7th, 2023 at 1:30 PM at Florida National Cemetery- 6502 SW 102nd Ave, Bushnell, FL 33513.
I am sadden to hear of John’s passing. I met John while an Officer at the Seminole Elks and we hit it off as friends for a long time. John helped me at Wed night bingo for a long time. He was a kind and thoughtful man. I wished I had talked to him before it was to late. You are at peace now John and I will always value our friendship!! My prayers go to his wife Peggy and his daughter Susan!! May God be with you both!