Obituary: Mitchell Ferrazzano
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Obituary
Mitchell Ferrazzano
1959-2015
Mitchell Ferrazzano is survived by his mother, Joan, brother Michael, two nieces and three nephews.
Mitchell loved almost everyone in Idyllwild. He loved taking Bear everywhere. Bear was his best friend. Bear lives in Del Dios with his Godmother, Rainey.
Mitchell was a chef and loved feeding people. He tried to help people. He was a loving person all his life with a great heart and great smile.
He will be missed by many.
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