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Helen MITCHELL Obituary
She was born in South Boston, Va., on Feb. 2, 1928, to the late Mamie Ruth and Walter Hughes.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Early L. Mitchell Jr.; her sisters, Mary Carter, Emma Woody, Lydia Garland, Martha Lawson; and one brother, Walter W. Hughes.
She is survived by four daughters, Bernice M. Whitaker (Casper) and Mamie R. Jones (Benjamin) of Suffolk, Va., Helen Mitchell and Jeanette Choudhari of Newport News, Va.; one son, Early L. Mitchell III (Emmaline) of Hampton, Va.; four sisters, Exie Clayton and Edith Clayton of Providence, R.I., Mamie DeShazo of Baltimore, Md.; Jane Henderson of South Boston, Va.; one brother, Sherman Hughes of South Boston, Va.; and one sister-in-law, Ora Byrd of Hampton, Va.; grandchildren, Derek Whitaker (Joyce), Sean Whitaker, Shaundra Patterson, and Darlene Mitchell; great-grandchildren, Arriyah Mitchell and Serenity Mitchell; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be held from noon to 6 p.m. today, Oct. 5, 2010, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1602-27th St. NN, VA 23607. A funeral service will be held at noon Wednesday, Oct. 6, at New Life Church, 1525 Power Plant Parkway, Hampton, VA. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens, 155 Butler Farm Rd., Hampton. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cookebros.com View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Helen MITCHELL
Lola McMullen
October 15, 2010
Jeanette I was so sorry to hear about your momma, I found out a day to late. My prayers are with you and your family. Lola Knight McMullen and Family.
John Smith
October 8, 2010
My prayers and condolences to the Mitchell family. I remember her kindness to the Smith Family through the years when I once lived in North Newport News
Willie Smith
October 8, 2010
My most heartfelt (and belated) condolences to the Mitchell family. I too, recall the love and joy she had for many, not just in the North Newport News community. God bless and keep you all.
Gary W. Kelly
October 8, 2010
To the Mitchell Family,
I was sorry to just now finding out about the loss of Mrs. Mitchell. I did not get to know her until I was in my late 20's and I admired her strong will and kindness.
In my youth, I was at G. W. Carver Elementary School with Jeanette; got to know Mr. Mitchell later in the 80's; then the rest of the family.
She will be missed.
October 6, 2010
Bernice, I will never forget how wonderful your mother was to my Mom. My prayers are with you and your family.
Joan Lyon Williams
Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Jackson
October 6, 2010
So sorry to learn of the death of your mother. May God grant you peace and His presence as you grieve her death. God has promised to be there with us during these difficult time. He promised never to leave us or to forsake us. God bless you and all of your family.
Alvertis Taliferro Jackson
G.W. Carver Class of 1966
Vertley Hopson
October 6, 2010
That smile, the quiet joy and sweet presence was Sister Helen Mitchell. A committed woman to her word and a pure servant heart. This woman showed me the glory of what the church should be. May you trust God at this time and forever love as your mother did. God bless.
October 6, 2010
Mamie so sorry to hear about your mother. May you and your family be blessed.
From Joyce Williams
Elmyrth and Martin Taliferro
October 5, 2010
"Heaven the land of joy"To Bernice, the Mitchell and Hughes Family, may we one day find that joy.I pray for peace of mind and everlasting love for your families. From a former NSU ( spartan). God bless
Wesley Crenshaw
October 5, 2010
The Lord be with you. Hello family, I am the son of Annie Mae and Howard Crenshaw of Brodnax. I now live in Savannah, Georgia. It is time like this that I miss living closer to the place where I grew up. I am praying for you and all the Mitchell family. Who am I? I am Wesley Crenshaw. My sister is Rosetta who is going to represent us tomorrow. May the peace of the Lord be with you all. Sorry I can not be there with you.
Patricia Moore
October 5, 2010
My pretty lady, that's what I called her. She was a beautiful lady that would make you laugh everytime she said something to you. I will miss her greatly, especially her smile. May the family know the peace and comfort of God. You are in my prayers.
Angela DuVall,Davis
October 5, 2010
May God be with you during your time of mourning for a woman who was very special.Mrs Helen as we called her was a wonderful person.God bless you all.
Angela Duvall Davis
October 5, 2010
To The Family,May God comfort you all during yor time of mourning.Mrs Mitchell was a wonderful person.
Rev. Gloria Wood
October 5, 2010
To Jeanette and family,
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother but God knows best. She is at peace now and one day we will see her again. We lost our mother a month ago so I can understand how you may be feeling right now. We pray that the sweet Holy Spirit will give you comfort during this time.
Pamela Stubbs
October 5, 2010
To The Mitchell Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to each of you during your time of mourning. Mrs. Mitchell was an amazing women who will truly be missed. Our prayers are with you.
Love: Sean, Pam, Kayla and Sean,II
(The Stubbs')
October 5, 2010
TO THE MITCHELL FAMILY
MAMIE MY HEART GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY MAY GOD COMFORT YOU.
THE PATRICE CALDWELL & FAMILY
Kathy Kearney
October 5, 2010
To The Mitchell Family. Im sorry for the passing of your mother and i can say from pass experience it isnt easy. Today makes a month since my mom so i feel your pain. God knows best and we have to keep our spirits up, because they wouldnt have it any other way. Take care.
The Augburn Family
October 5, 2010
To the Mitchell Family,
our hearts and prayers go out to you and may God comfort you during this difficult time.
October 5, 2010
To Helen's Family, I know your Mother from Bible Study Fellowship which meets every wedensday. We were in the same class for the last 2 yrs. She was such a sweet and soft spoken person. When she did not show up last wedensday I thought it was because of the rain. However I've learned that God called her name, she answered and now she is resting with him. She loved the Lord and she studied his word until the end. I will miss her smile and gentleness. But I feel blessed to have known her. God bless each of you. Grace, mercy and peace be unto you and yours.
Lillian Ross
Theresa Brooks
October 5, 2010
To the Mitchell Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I can remember this past summer when I helped the hospitality ministry at New Life Church in serving at a homegoing. Mrs. Helen was a delightful person to work with. We got the families served in record time. Be blessed in knowing your mother is in the arms of Jesus and no more hurting.
Robert &Denise Twine
October 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Jackola
October 5, 2010
Sorry to hear of Helen's passing. I worked with Helen at King's Dept. Store in the 70's. She was always a very nice person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alfreda Hampton (NLC)
October 5, 2010
Mitchell Family, my prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. I pray that you continue to find comfort and peace in the love of Jesus. I am so thankful that I met Ms. Helen.
James Harris
October 4, 2010
To the Mitchell and Whitaker Families, When there are no words to soften the pain, just remember what Jesus said "Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust in me." John 14:1, I remember your Mother and Father very well, You never forget the kindness a person shows you. Gilbert Harris and Family.
Carolyn Wells-Anthony
October 4, 2010
To The Mitchell Children,
I am deeply saddened to here about the passing of your mother. Mrs. Helen was
like a mother to me, I remember spending my summer weekends at your home back in the day. Mamie and I were the best of friends growing up.
Mrs. Helen was such a special person
to me. Treasure are those precious
memories you all shared with your mom, keep them close to your heart. She will be missed. God bless you all.
Carolyn Wells Anthony
Freddy Wells
October 3, 2010
Heartfelt Sympathy and Deepest Condolences To the entire family ,for at times Mrs.Helen was another mother to the Wells children,we all will greatly miss her,Love To The Family Freddy & Charmin Wells & Your Entire Family"s
Dwayne Jones
October 3, 2010
Jeanette & family I'm so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing . She was a very special lady .My prayers are with you all.......
DAVID CLARK
October 3, 2010
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSE. your paperboy from the 70's DAVID CLARK
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