Who is Mitch Middleton? Brave Staffordshire Man Dies After Battle With Rare Brain Cancer

On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, heartbreaking news came from Tamworth, Staffordshire. Mitch Middleton, a 28-year-old gas engineer who had inspired thousands with his fight against a rare brain cancer, passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side.

A Devastating Diagnosis

In December 2023, Mitch was diagnosed with central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma. This is an uncommon and aggressive type of cancer that develops in the lymph tissue of the brain, spinal cord, or cerebrospinal fluid.

He first noticed something was wrong while on holiday with his girlfriend, Amelia. Headaches and nausea led to tests that revealed the inoperable tumour. His life changed in an instant.

Community Support and Fundraising

Despite the grim diagnosis, Mitch refused to give up. He learned about a new, cutting-edge cancer treatment available privately in London. The therapy came with a huge cost of £475,000.

His family set up a GoFundMe page, and the public responded with incredible kindness. Strangers and supporters pledged nearly £250,000 to give him hope of life-saving treatment.

Mitch often shared updates on his journey, thanking people for their love and generosity.

His Final Days

Sadly, Mitch’s condition worsened. His girlfriend Amelia confirmed the devastating news on Facebook in the early hours of September 17.

She wrote: “Mitchell unfortunately lost his battle, and peacefully passed away with myself and his loved ones by his side at 02:12am.”

She added that he brought “nothing but laughter and joy” to everyone around him. His family will share funeral details later.

Before his passing, Mitch had written a message meant for his supporters: “Thank you to every single person out there that tried to save me. See you all on the other side.”

Remembering Mitch Middleton

Mitch was only 27 when doctors first gave him the devastating news. His sister Jessie said the diagnosis had shaken the family to its core. Yet, Mitch’s courage and resilience inspired thousands.

His story was not only about illness but also about community strength and love. He will be remembered as a young man who fought with dignity and who never gave up hope.