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Nicholas James"Nick" Mitchell passed away on Monday, February 3, 2003 in Fresno, CA at the age of 79. Nick was born on June 19, 1923 in Terre Haute, IN. His father, James Metsopolos of Argos, Greece and his mother, Efthemeia Pappas of Sparta, Greece were immigrants to the United States and settled in Indiana. Nicholas served his country in Troop C, 38th Calvary Reconnaissance Squad in World War II, in the French Campaign, where he was wounded. He received a Purple Heart, a Battle Star, and an Eastern Theatre Ribbon for his service. Nick and family moved to Albuquerque in 1952 where he worked for the Civil Service at Kirtland Air Force Base until he retired in 1990. Nicholas and wife, Joan moved to Fresno, CA in 1990. He is survived by his wife, Joan Mitchell of Coarse Gold, CA; son, Robert Mitchell and wife, Judith of Rio Rancho, NM; daughter, Carolyn Bent of Rio Rancho, NM; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Memorials Services will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. till noon at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High Street, SE, Albuquerque, NM. Family and friends are invited to attend. Service conducted by Father Mario Giannolpolos.
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