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Darius Mitchell Obituary

Darius Deonte Shaquille Mitchell, "Newport," age 24, of Gary, In, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2016. Darius attended West Side High School and also worked numerous jobs. Darius was preceded in death by his mother, Donna Mitchell; maternal grandparents, Clarence and Nellie Davenport; paternal grandparents, Leodie and Annie Mae Barnes, and sister, Artavian Mitchell. He leaves to cherish his memories: father, Willie (Frances) Barnes; 1 son, Darius Mitchell, Jr.; 3 daughters, Jai'Da , Lyrric and Melody Mitchell; 2 brothers, Kamerin Mitchell and Quintin Hester, and 1 sister, Moniecka (Dave) Simon, 2 uncles, 3 aunts, 2 nieces and a host of relatives and friends. Visitation Friday, January 6, 2017, 9:00 a.m -11:00 a.m, funeral 11:00 a.m., all services at Zion Progressive Cathedral International Church, 1169 Connecticut St, Gary, In. Bishop Norman J. Hairston II officiating. Services Entrusted To Powell-Coleman Funeral Home.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jan. 5, 2017.

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April 21, 2017

Everyday is a struggle with you being gone, I never thought being strong would be so hard to do. I promise to love you always & raise our children to the best of my abilities. God has his hand on us .....
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#till we meet again❤

Melissa Loving

January 6, 2017

My condolences to family and friends may he rest in peace.

January 5, 2017

My sincerest condolences to the family.

May the treasured memories of your loved one and the drawing close to God in prayer comfort and strengthen you during this most difficult time.

PD-GA

Patrice

January 5, 2017

For your loss May God provide tender comfort through his word the Bible during this most difficult time.(2 Cor 1:3-7)

Donna Shaw

January 5, 2017

Sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family. Praying for your strength.

Jack and Myrtle Mateen

January 5, 2017

To the family praying with and for you at this time. May you find comfort in knowing we share in your grief. We will be praying for you in the days ahead.

January 5, 2017

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Zion Progressive Cathedral International Church

1169 Connecticut St, Gary, IN

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Zion Progressive Cathedral International Church

1169 Connecticut St, Gary, IN

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3200 W 15th Ave, Gary, IN 46404

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