Richard Mott Mitzel Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Mott Mitzel of Tampa, Florida, who passed away on April 16, 2025, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Richard Mott had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Richard Mott may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harold Mitzel and Grace Mitzel. He is survived by: his wife Vicki Mitzel; his brother John Mitzel (Lynne); his daughters, Susan Bass (Carl), Amy Kirschner and Julie Mitzel (Derek Dixon); and his stepsons, Chad Fisher (Emma), Brad Fisher and Cory Fisher. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and a brand-new great granddaughter.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ric's name can be made to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
