Johnny Peter Mitchell

Johnny Peter Mitchell obituary, Waynesville, MO

Johnny Peter Mitchell

Johnny Mitchell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert on Jan. 13, 2026.
Johnny Peter Mitchell, age 73, of Waynesville, MO passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at his home near Waynesville.

Celebration of Life Services will be held at a later date. Cremation Arrangements were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.

He is survived by his wife, Billie Mitchell of the home near Waynesville; three sons, Bill Candler (Tabitha) of Laquey, MO, Terry Candler of Waynesville, MO, and Kevin Candler (Julie) of Crocker, MO; six grandchildren, Billy Jo Candler, Lillian Candler, Emily Candler, Mellanie Candler, Dale Candler and Kaliya Candler; a great-grandson, Johnny; two sisters, Ruth Ann Helton of Ozark, MO and Mary Bergen of the state of NC; a number of nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other relatives and friends.

He was born in the Newburg area. Later moved to St. Louis, MO where he grew up and attended school. The family returned to Pulaski County where he worked in auto-mechanics. In his spare-time he enjoyed

riding motorcycles, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family. Johnny's spirit will live on in our hearts forever.

Online condolences can be sent at www.memorialchapelsandcrematory.com

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