Aaron Joel Mitstifer

Aaron Joel Mitstifer, 46, of Wellsboro, passed away at his home Friday July 14, 2023. He was born December 24, 1976, to Gary Lee and Joanne (Blackwell) Mitstifer, in Wellsboro. Aaron graduated from high school and worked as a transloader for Hi-Crush in Middlebury Center. He had been a member of the NRA, enjoyed video games and movies, riding 4-wheelers and driving his truck on the back roads. He collected hats and was an avid conspiracy theorist. Aaron loved to grill, especially steak, and made delicious pizzas. He enjoyed cooking and was especially fond of eating. Aaron is survived by his fiancé Vangie Shelmire and her children Carlos Shelmire (Anna) of Hawaii, Chris Shelmire (Heather) of Wellsboro and Cheryl Carpenter (Harold) of Shinglehouse. Grandchildren Jace, Addie, Mikey and Levi; his sister Becky Stille (Shawn) of Morris; nieces Rachael (Steven) Schmouder, Sarah Stille, Ashley Stille, Alaya Fruge'; nephew Adrian Fruge'; great-nephew Josiah; and his maternal grandmother Wanda Blackwell. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Christopher Mitstifer. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Aaron's life from 1-3pm Saturday July 22, 2023 at Mountain Top Grace Community Church on 414 between Morris and Liberty. A service will follow at 3pm in the church. His arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901. Donations in his memory may be made to Vangie Shelmire 2048 Stony Fork Road Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.