The Des Moines, Iowa community mourns the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Mitchell Price, who passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and deep love for his family and friends.
His passing has shaken all who knew him, as it came far too soon and under tragic circumstances. Mitchell had recently been battling a new series of heart issues that had become a growing concern to both his loved ones and medical team.
He was scheduled for a surgical procedure in just two weeks, a surgery that was meant to bring him relief and a path toward recovery. Sadly, time was not on his side. His sudden passing has left his family reeling with grief and struggling to make sense of the loss.
A touching tribute posted by Mitchell’s sibling captures the heartbreak and raw emotion the family is experiencing. “Mitchell, my brother. I miss you so much already,” they wrote. “For those that do not know, he has passed.
Yesterday was a whirlwind of emotions and my family is shook, and heartbroken. So sudden, so fast. He had been going through a new set of heart issues, and was scheduled to have surgery in 2 weeks. We ask for thoughts and prayers during this very, very difficult time. We love you Mitchell.”
Mitchell was more than his health challenges. He was known for his warm smile, quick wit, and deep compassion for others. Whether it was through a quiet act of kindness or words of encouragement, Mitchell had a gift for making people feel seen and valued.
Friends and family describe him as someone who brought light into every room he entered—a person who could lift your spirits with a joke or a heartfelt conversation. Born and raised in Des Moines, Mitchell had deep roots in the community.
He was a proud Iowan, grounded in strong values of family, perseverance, and loyalty. Those close to him remember his unwavering support and how he was always just a phone call away. He was someone you could count on—the type of person who would drop everything to help a friend in need.
The pain of losing Mitchell so suddenly has been devastating for his family, particularly given the hope they had pinned on his upcoming surgery. It is a reminder of how fragile life can be and how quickly things can change.
In this time of sorrow, the family is asking for continued thoughts, prayers, and support as they navigate the days ahead without him. Mitchell Price’s memory will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved him.
