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MITCHELL Dr. Henry Lee Mitchell, Sr., a World War II U.S. Army Veteran, was born on May 1, 1921 and passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2009. He was a graduate from Florida A&M High School, Florida A&M College and Chicago College of Optometry. Son of the late Adline and William Mitchell, Sr. Husband of Lois Powell Mitchell. Father of Delores, Demetria (Phillip), Henry, Jr. (Ann), Byron (Keesha), William (Dede), Monique, Trever, Sr. (Rhonda), Joseph Armant (Diana) and Freda Leonard. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, Brooke (Jamie), Crystal, Chris (Takesha), Donovan, Brittanie, Trever, Jr., Tre'von, Alicia, Cedric, Elise, Paige and Trinity, one great-grandchild, Jada and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, Officers and Members of St. Luke Episcopal Church and Mount Zion United Methodist Church. Employees of Wal-Mart, Orleans Parish Juvenile Court, N.O.P.D., Patterson Memorial and Metropolitan Public Health Department both of Nashville, TN are invited to attend the Visitation on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at St. Luke Episcopal Church, 1222 N. Dorgenois Street from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 am. Interment Lafayette # 2 Cemetery. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrude.geddeswillis.com and noola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on May 6, 2009.

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Sharon Clark

May 12, 2009

Please accept my sincere sympathy and prayer for your father.

Sharon Latten Clark

Clifford Hawkins

May 9, 2009

Dr. Mitchell was a dear friend of my father. My father Daniel Hawkins passed away a week before his friend. I hope that you will be comforted by the thoughts that others have shared. May the God of all comfort be with you and yours.

Olivia Fontenot

May 7, 2009

To Byron & Family:
sorry about your lost. Keep your head up to the hills from whince cometh your help, your help cometh from the lord. Dr. Mitchell was a find doctor and a loving person and he will be sadly missed by all. Retiree NOPD Olivia Fontenot

Conroy Thompson

May 7, 2009

My deepest prayer and condolence is with your family during this time. Thank you all for allowing me into your family's life. It was indeed a pleasure to have ever known Dr. Henry Mitchell.

Conroy Thompson

Judy Jones Pointer

May 7, 2009

Dear Demetria & Family,

May God lift you up and give you comfort during this time of sorrow now and in the days ahead. Dr. Mitchell's legacy will be remembered and know that he is at rest.

Your classmate/sands,
Judy Jones Pointer

Shirley Parker Westbrook

May 7, 2009

To Dr. Mitchell's Family:

I was one of many patients that admired Dr. Mitchell. I just read the notice of his passing and wanted to express my condolences to the family of a wonderful person, my doctor, a giant to his race and a servant of God! He left numerous foot prints in the lives of everyone he encountered. May God comfort each of you and may your memories be golden treasures. I am 60 years old and still remember Dr. Mitchell's kindness from my elementary school years. He lives on as a humble giant!

Gaynelle Quezergue Mitchell

May 7, 2009

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel.

May the PEACE which comes from the memories of love shared, COMFORT all of you now and in the days ahead.

May GOD continue to BLESS all of you.

Kenneth G. McGruder Jr.

May 6, 2009

May everyone be strong and continue to be a source of strength to each other as Dr. Mitchell was to so many

May 6, 2009

Cousin Lois,
My sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Love,
Angela Hayes Francis ( St. Louis, MO.)

Cheryl Freemon- Watts & Destini Watts & family

May 6, 2009

To Monique and family:
I'm sorry for the lost of your father. I met your parents when you had a halloween party( Real nice parents made you feel at home) at their home for Paige and cousins. I haven't seen you since Destini left Yellow Brick Rd nursery school. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Wanda W. Harris

May 6, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Gaynell

May 6, 2009

My deepest condolences and prayers to all during this time. Love you always.

inga gettridge

May 6, 2009

My condolences to the family, Dr. mitchell was my eye doctor some years ago, May his legacy live on through the familiy.

R.E. Henry

May 6, 2009

Dr. Henry Lee Mitchell Sr., a giant among men, stood as a testament of manhood and humanity. Anyone who ever had the pure pleasure of making his acquaintance has truly been bless. Devoted, loyal and loving husband, father, and friend, Dr. Mitchell has made a better world with his presence and his unconquerable spirit is a legacy inspiring me to reach higher...
Ms Lois and family, your earthly angel is now a heavenly angel...
My love and prayers continue, and GOD's blessings continue to flow for you...

Malcolm Gibson

May 6, 2009

Dr. Mitchell leaves a legacy of love and a spirit of excellence for his family and all of us to cherish. His accomplishments in life served and continues to serve as an inspiration. I offer my deepest appreciation to his family for sharing him with us. I extend to you my prayers for the God he served remains in charge.

May God continue to bless and keep you.
Lil Trever, Papa loves you.

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