Place of Rest
Highland Memorial Park
701 Farmington Avenue
Pottstown, PA 19464
Stephen Savas Mitchell
November 21, 1947 - October 30, 2024 (Age 76)
Stephen Savas Mitchell, 76, of Lower Pottsgrove Township, PA, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024, at Phoenixville Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Stephanie (Smith) Mitchell, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage.
Born in Peabody, MA, on November 21, 1947, Steve was the son of the late Arthur S. Mitchell Sr. and Eleanor L. (O’Brien) Mitchell. He was one of seven children, raised by Greek Orthodox and Irish Catholic parents, and was proud of his years growing up in Beverly, MA, which helped shape his values, faith, and love of community.
Throughout his life, Steve held many roles, including worker, manager, finance director, vice president, and business owner. A true entrepreneur at heart, he and his wife were the proud owners of Cole Candy & Tobacco Co., where his vision and dedication made a lasting impact. Beyond his business ventures, Steve devoted himself to coaching hundreds of young athletes with the Pottstown Penguins, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.
Steve loved spending time outdoors and was a skilled hunter and fisherman. He was a talented cook, baker, grill master, and landscaper who found joy in creating and perfecting his craft. Known for his sharp mind, he was an enthusiastic puzzle-solver, always eager to take on a new challenge.
A dedicated family man, Steve was an athlete, a workhorse, and a proud uncle to many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. He was a constant, dependable, unforgettable presence—fiercely loyal, outspoken yet kindhearted, and vibrant in his gregarious spirit. Above all, he cherished time with his family and friends.
Steve is lovingly remembered by his wife, Stephanie Mitchell; his son, Stephen Robert (Amy) Mitchell; his daughter, Amanda Brooke (Neal Fischer) Mitchell; his grandchildren, Maddie, Lauren, Sam, Jake, Remy, Riley, Karsyn, and Lucas; his siblings, Jack (Sarah) Mitchell, Maryellen (Joseph Ramos) Mitchell, Lori Mitchell, and James (Kim) Mitchell; his sister-in-law, Donna Mitchell; his brother-in-law, Robert Scott (Michelle) Smith; his nephew, Robert Christopher (Carly) Smith; and his grandnieces, Sophie and Samantha.
In addition to his parents, Steve was predeceased by his brothers, Arthur Mitchell Jr. and Christopher Mitchell, and by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert C. Smith and Laura (Matthews) Smith.
A viewing will be held on November 7, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Houck & Gofus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 955 N. Charlotte Street, Pottstown, PA 19464, with a funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. Entombment will take place afterward at Highland Memorial Park Mausoleum, 701 Farmington Avenue, Pottstown, PA 19464.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Steve’s memory to YWCA Tri-County Area at https://ywcatricountyarea.kindful.com/ or Ian’s Friends Foundation at https://iansfriendsfoundation.com/donate/. These organizations held a special place in Steve’s heart, and contributions would be a meaningful way to honor his legacy.