John L. Mitchener Obituary

We bid farewell to John L. Mitchener (Jamestown, New York), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 2, 2025 at the age of 68. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ruth Mitchener and James Mitchener; and his granddaughters, Faith Marie Swanson and Samantha Beaver. He is survived by: his siblings, Jim Mitchener (Kristine) of Frewsburg, June Scheira (Pete) of Jamestown, Judy Lindahl (Gary) of Jamestown and Jann LeVine (Mark) of McEwen, TN; his wife Susan Mitchener of Frewsburg; his children, Janelle Swanson of Jamestown, Jessica Beaver (Ryan) of Jamestown, Jocelyn Whalen of Boulder City, NV, Lauren Swanson of Jamestown, Anna Swanson of Truckee, CA and Zachary Swanson (Matt Swanson) of Lake Elsinore, CA; and his grandchildren, Tyler Swanson, Jamie, Ryan Jr., Awsten, Raegon, Mikael Beaver, Anna, James and Jack Whalen.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 7th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Kiantone Congregational Church (646 Kiantone Rd, Jamestown, NY 14701). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 7th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials can be made to Kiantone Congregational Church (646 Kiantone Rd Jamestown NY) or Frewsburg Community Food Pantry (25 W. Main St Frewsburg, NY).