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He was born to Charles A. and Verna G. Mitchell on Feb. 22, 1936, in Chatham, Va. Moving to the Peninsula at the age of eight, he went on to graduate from Warwick H.S. in 1954 and later DeVry Institute of Technology.
He was a kind and caring individual who never met a stranger; his dry wit endeared him to many. Chuck enjoyed the sport of finding a 'deal' at garage sales and flea markets on things he might need, he could tinker with anything to repair it or give it a new purpose, and he was a devoted member of the 'Hardee's morning bunch.' A member of Parkview Baptist Church for 50 plus years, he taught Sunday School, helped out in the kitchen, and spent a number of years coordinating the audio ministry.
Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Charles III, and a daughter, Christina.
Continuing his legacy are his loving wife, Anne; daughters, Kathy DeWitt (Warren) of Carrollton, Jamie Mitchell of Hampton, Ginny Handy (Jennings) of Poquoson; son, John Mitchell (Terry) of Goldvein; daughter-in-law, Pat Mitchell of Gloucester; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many friends.
Chuck's smile and 'Good Morning' greeting (regardless of the time of day) will be missed.
The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29, at Peninsula Funeral Home. The funeral will follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor Rusty Beck officiating. Interment will be at Peninsula Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are being accepted for the Audio Ministry at Parkview Baptist Church, 604 Hilton Blvd., Newport News, VA 23605. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Mitchell
LaTanya Jones
September 3, 2008
Ginny & Family,
I just got back from vacation to hear the news. I am so sorry for your loss, please know that my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your mom, as well as the rest of the family.
My deepest condolences
Tee
Karen (Shanks) Lambert
August 29, 2008
Anne, Ginny, and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Despite the time and distance that has separated us, you and your family are always close to my heart. Chuck will be sorely missed.
Much love,
Donald Creech
August 29, 2008
Mitchell Family.
Praying GOD's love and peace be with you all at this time and always. We love you all.
Donald and Ronald Creech and family
rachel pittman
August 29, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you today, God has called another wonderful Saint of His home. I know that Parkview will miss him also, but He is in the hands of our wonderful Savior and one day we will all get to rejoice together. rachel pittman
Larry Williams
August 29, 2008
The team at Odyssey Healthcare of Norfolk expresses condolences on the occasion of your loss. Thank you for allowing us the privilege of knowing your loved one.
Chaplain Larry Williams, Sr.
Mark & Miriam Waggoner
August 28, 2008
Anne & Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Debbie (Pyles) Wright
August 28, 2008
Anne and Ginny
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Love,
Darren Thompson
August 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. The Thompson Family...
Wayne & Barbara Kerlin
August 28, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to Anne and family. We are always sad to hear that yet another of our wonderful Parkview Baptist christian family have gone on the prepare a place for us in Heaven. What a glorious reunion we will have some day with them all. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
teresa kelly
August 28, 2008
My thoughts and love go out to your entire family. Its been a long time since we were neighbors on Patrician Drive- some of those memories will stay with me forever !!
With my sympathy,
Teresa Howlett Kelly
Irene Brandt
August 28, 2008
Kathy,Jamie,and Johnny,thinking of you on this day.Love Archie and Irene
Jim Leftwich
August 28, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
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