Harry Mitchell, Former Tempe Mayor and Arizona Congressman, Passes Away

Harry Mitchell, former Tempe Mayor, dies at 86

Harry Everett Mitchell was a teacher at Tempe High School before becoming the Tempe Mayor in 1978.

Harry Mitchell, a former Tempe mayor, state lawmaker and congressman, dies at 86

Harry Mitchell, former Tempe mayor, US congressman dies at age 86

Former Tempe Mayor Harry Mitchell has died at 86. He served as mayor for 16 years and later in the U.S. Congress.

Longtime Tempe politician Harry Mitchell dies

A Valley politician who served as mayor of Tempe for over 15 years has died, his son announced Wednesday.

Harry Mitchell, former Tempe Mayor and Arizona Congressman, passes away

The family of former Arizona politician Harry Mitchell announced his passing on July 29. Political leaders across the state remembered his dedicated public service as a teacher and lawmaker.

Harry Mitchells Legacy Debated as Tempe Remembers Late Leader

Quick Summary: Harry Mitchells Legacy Debated as Tempe Remembers Late Leader Harry Mitchell, born July 18, 1940, had a public service career spanning from the Tempe City Council to Congress. He was a key figure in Tempe politics, serving as mayor from 1978 to 1994, and later as a state senator and congressman. Mitchell’s death at 86 prompted tributes, highlighting his role in shaping modern Tempe and its civic identity. His legacy debate center…