Damariscotta, Maine - Clair W. "Critter" Mitchell was born in Rockport, ME on August 28th, 1976. He grew up in

Appleton, ME and graduated from Camden-Rockport High School in the class of 1995.

Clair was a dedicated father, son and brother. He treasured his children and embraced every moment with them. He had an infectious personality and always made people around him laugh.

Clair had a love of the ocean and was most comfortable at sea from a very young age, which lead him to work for many local lobsterman in the St. George and Tenants Harbor area.

"The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm is terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore." - Vincent van Gogh

Clair enjoyed being outdoors hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and sports especially baseball and wrestling. His family fondly recalls that he always had a big smile, was warm hearted,

hardworking, and fun person to be around.

He lived 1000 years in the 43 calendar years we had with him because he attacked life; he

grabbed it by the lapels, kissed it, and swung it back onto the dance floor.

Clair is survived by his parents Clair and Terry Mitchell of Appleton; his children Ava Margaret, Isla Aurora and Finnegan Kai all of Tenants Harbor.

He is also survived by his: sisters: Megan Field of Winterport, Heidi Taylor and her husband David of Appleton; loving Companion: Michelle Benner of Rockland; nephews: Dylan Taylor of Appleton and Samuel Field of Winterport; nieces: Hannah Taylor of Appleton and Madyson Field of Winterport; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

Clair W. Mitchell passed away (at age 43) on Sunday, September 29th, 2019 in Damariscotta. ME

"Lives are like rivers: Eventually they go where they must. Not where we want them to". Richard Russo

Family & friends are invited to honor Clair's life with a graveside service on Thursday, Oct 10th, 2019 at 1:00 PM at the Lakeview Cemetery, Overlock Hill Road in Union.

Clair's love of animals was evident in the care of his dogs Critter, Onyx, Jake-Jake and Jasper. Contributions in Clair's memory may be made to P.A.W.S - 123 John Street Camden, ME 04843.

Halls' of Waldoboro has care of the arrangements. To extend online condolences please

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