Ollie Mitchell
1927–2013 (age 86)
Trumpeter
Biography
Ollie Mitchell's trumpet voice traveled from big stages to intimate rooms, carrying warmth and a generous imagination that lifted spirits everywhere he played. He spent decades crafting melodies that celebrated joy, resilience, and the power of collaboration.
His resting place at Alae Cemetery holds the echoes of a life filled with improvisation, camaraderie, and uplift. Musicians and listeners alike cherish his legacy as a bright thread in the fabric of American music.