In coordination with the American Red Cross, and its Sleeves Up Campaign, the Redden family has organized another blood drive in loving memory of Mitch. For local donors, please join us on Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, in Dana Point, from 9:00am-3:00pm.

For those who would like to donate blood out of area, Sleeves Up is an American Red Cross program that allows donors to give blood at donation sites, nationwide. Find a location nearest you on this webpage, and pledge your charitable contribution through September of 2023. The need for blood is constant. Donating blood saves lives. Please join us!

Mitch’s personality was inspiring and he loved life. He was friendly, outgoing, welcoming, compassionate, purposeful, and funny. He loved his family and friends fiercely and found great joy in watching his children grow into capable, loving, thoughtful adults. Always one to believe anything is possible, Mitch approached every day as a new opportunity to be the best version of himself.

Leisure time was most often spent in a boat upon the water. An avid water skier, Mitch could also be found spending quality time with family and friends snow-skiing, motorcycle riding, wine tasting, or playing a good game of backgammon. A favorite place was right in the backyard, at his bbq, of the home he and Kellie built as a way to bring others together. To Mitch, there was no better afternoon than one spent with those he cared about, sharing a meal, a great glass of wine and deep, meaningful conversation.

Mitch passed peacefully at the age of 58 on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, surrounded by his family, wrapped up in their love. Taken too soon, Mitch is profoundly missed by all who loved and knew him.

The Redden family is particularly grateful for your blood donation made in memory of Mitch and wishes to extend their thanks for your willingness to help others in their greatest time of need.