Surrounded by a tight-knit loving family, Mitchell Clay Dellinger, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024. He was born on January 17, 1951 in Palo Alto, California, to Clay and Lucy Dellinger. Mitch served honorably for the United States military during the Vietnam War. 

Mitch met the love of his life at a very young age. Mitch and Cecilia would then start one of the greatest love stories in high school. They were married on August 24, 1969. As newlyweds, they got the unique experience of living in Germany. During the 54 years they were married, they fell more in love with each other as each day passed. They would go on to have two beautiful daughters who were the light of his life: Jennifer and Jill. His name would then quickly change to “Papa,” after his seven grandchildren came into his life: Jordan, Jonathan, Arianna, Jillian, Noah, Angie, and Cindella; and his three great grandkids: Jaxon, Jonathan, and Mia.  

The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to him. He loved to play and talk about golf, as well as cheering with his whole heart for the San Francisco 49ers. Mitch will be forever missed and forever in his family's hearts.  

Mitchell will be laid to rest at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery on April 16, 2024 at 11am.  

10100 N Horseshoe Bend Rd, Boise ID 83714. 

Mitchell is survived by his wife, Cecilia Dellinger; his daughters and son in laws: Jennifer (Michael) Alias, Jill (Eric) Ochoa; his grandchildren: Jordan Alias, Melissa Alias, Jonathan Alias, Servahn Alias, Arianna Badillo, Moyito Pintor, Jillian Alias, Angie Badillo, and Cindella Ochoa; along with his great-grandchildren: Jaxon Alias, Jonathan Alias, and Mia Pintor.