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1950
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2021
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Sherman Mitchell Obituary
Billings - It is with profound sadness the family of Dr. Sherman T. Mitchell announces his passing. Born on March 31,1950 Sherman departed this life on June 13, 2021.
Sherman was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Lillian Mitchell, brother J. Weir Mitchell, and sister Madelyn Armenoff. He is survived by his wife of 47 years Peggy, daughter Amber Mitchell Stearns (husband Chris), sisters Margaret and Suzanne, and two grandsons, Brooks Thomas Stearns and Emory Mitchell Stearns. Both grandsons were named after Sherman.
Sherman attended Greenwood through high school where he played football and he earned the rank of Eagle Scout and The God and Country Award at the age of 13. He graduated from Drury College, then went on to UMKC Dental School. Upon graduation he established a successful dental practice in Springfield. Kind and compassionate were the words most often heard from his patients.
A man of many talents, Sherman was an extremely hard worker with an uncanny ability to fix anything. He couldn't rest until a job was finished and finished right, freely sharing his time and talents with others. Sherman helped set up his daughter's chiropractic practice, his wife's real estate office, and was the go-to guy for anything they needed.
Hunting, fishing and rock 'n roll were Sherman's passions, with the restoration of a vintage MG car recently added to the mix. The day of his passing Sherman had just completed a laugh filled test drive with Peggy by his side.
Sherman cared about many things, but his heart and soul belonged to his family. Husband, father and grandfather were the roles that mattered most to him and which gave him the most pleasure. Amber was the apple of his eye, accompanying him on fishing trips from infancy and spending countless hours with him listening to the music they both loved. Peggy was his soul mate. Whatever came their way they tackled it together as a team, united by an unbreakable bond. Together they created a beautiful family and life.
Leaving behind a host of friends and family, Sherman touched lives in ways that will be felt for years to come. In a world that is so often hard to understand, this one thing is true - Sherman Mitchell was a good and honorable man who will be greatly missed and loved.
A Celebration of Life for Dr. Sherman Mitchell will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Greenlawn Funeral Home East.
In lieu of flowers please donate to;
Hospitality House
C/O Mercy Hospital 7th Floor
1235 E. Cherokee St Springfield MO
Supervisor: Donna DePriest
417-820-2102
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Gale Boutwell
June 9, 2025
There can be no other like you Sherman. What you added to your patients'
care and comfort went beyond anything anyone will ever learn in dental school.
My heart remains so full of gratitude and affection. Gale
Anita Boedecker
June 9, 2022
Can't believe it's been a year since Dr. Mitchell passed. I'll always think of him at his office cheerfully greeting and tending to the needs of his patients...always caring about their comfort and explaining carefully the care he determined was needed. He was "one in a million" (or maybe "several millions?").
Rev. Obie Harrup and wife, Marie
July 15, 2021
Today, my wife and I were plunged into sadness when we received correspondence of the passing of Dr. Sherman Mitchell. Marie and I had looked for a knowledgeable and caring dentist. We were referred to Sherman by Dr. David Stair, Director of Athletics at Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri. That was decades ago. After going to Dr. Mitchell, we never even dreamed of going elsewhere. With Peggy pointing us to Dr. Josh Montgomery while also announcing that Marsha will be staying in the practice, we look forward to the same bond. Our hearts are heavy for Peggy, Amber, and the rest of the Mitchell family.
Tom Gardner
July 15, 2021
Just heard today of the passing of Dr. Mitchell. He was one of a kind, and I had the privilege of being one of his patients for 29 years. A genuine man who really cared about his patients and not just from a business perspective.
Always a kind word and an interest in what was going on in his patient's life.
He will be missed, but the Lord's plans and ways are far above ours.
Our sympathies to his family and staff.
Tom & Peg Gardner
Kimberly Salsman
July 15, 2021
Just found out today and it is terribly sad news. He had been my dentist since I was in the 5th grade and that was decades ago. Always so nice, made going to the dentist a non-scary event.
Barbara Decker
June 27, 2021
Dr. Mitchell was a treasure. He was our family dentist for approximately 40 years and we loved him. The gentlest man both in treatment and manor. He is remembered fondly and can never be replaced. Our sincere condolences.
Ethel Putthoff
June 25, 2021
I was deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Mitchell's passing. I was a patient of his and found him to be so caring and compassionate. His technique was easy and precise....a great dentist. Springfield lost a good one!!! My sincere condolences to the family at time.
Anita Boedecker
June 24, 2021
Dr. Mitchell was my dentist for 30+ years and was truly the kindest, most gentle doctor I've ever known. I remember the time I carelessly lost a partial plate he had made for me. I later found it; it was bent and in bad shape. He was amused at my explanation and said he could fix it. He fixed it and didn't even charge me for it! Between drillings on my teeth, he would always stop periodically to check that I was okay because he cared about the comfort of his patients. He will be missed greatly.
Becky Hanson
June 22, 2021
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Mitchell home going. He was my dentist for almost 40 years. He was so kind and compassionate, he would ask if I was doing alright. He will be greatly missed.
Mike and Marilyn Trumble
June 22, 2021
One of the nicest and gentlest man we have ever known. Rest high on the mountain. Praying for love and comfort to the family and staff.
Gale Boutwell
June 22, 2021
I can't begin to imagine how I will get to the end of
my life without Dr. Mitchell's care. He has been my so truly appreciated dentist for more years that I can count. We were both 40 years younger when we met and he had an office on Commercial Street. We grieved
Susan Anderson's passing together. My sincere sympathy to Peggy, whose handmade quilt kept me cozy at every dental appointment. I am so going to miss my dentist, but I realize that he was truly my
very excellent friend.
Kay Tummons
June 21, 2021
Dr. Mitchell was such a kind and gentle man and has been our family dentist for 45 years beginning on commercial Street. He and My late husband shared stories every time. Prayers and best wishes for the family... He will be missed.
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