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Carol Mitchell Obituary
April 2, 1935 - August 15, 2022
Elk Grove, California - Carol Fox Mitchell died August 15, 2022 at the age of 87. With family present, she left this earth quickly and ran into her heavenly Father's arms.
She is known to many as Miss Fox through her years of teaching math at Elk Grove High School.
Carol is survived by her children Ken (Charlotte) Mitchell of Elk Grove, CA, Brenda (Eric) VandenBos of Shawnee, KS, grandchildren Austin, JC, Will, Kelly and Tyler; her sister Irene Brown, Bakersfield, CA, and her brother Alan (Carol) Fox, Meridian, ID. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Robert Mitchell, and her parents, Edith and Ken Fox.
A celebration of her life will be held Friday August 26, 2:00 at the Elk Grove Park Pavilion 9950 Elk Grove Florin Rd, Elk Grove, CA 95624.
Remembrances may be made in care of the Carol Mitchell to Elk Grove FFA, 9800 Elk Grove-Florin Rd., Elk Grove, CA 95624: or Sacramento Foundation for Ag Ed., 8970 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove, CA 95624, benefiting Ag student scholarships.
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Jim Pierce
August 22, 2022
The best teacher I ever had. She challenged me to think. I have and will always have fond memories of her.
Lila Vezzolo
August 19, 2022
Dear Ken. Charlotte and family
I just found out your Mom passed away. Oh I am so sorry Jack and I didn't see her often put we knew she was a really nice lady. I know they are both in God's hands how, The last time I talked to you a couple of weeks ago she was planning a trip. I am at a lose for words trying to express my sympathy to you and your family. You are in my prayers. Love Lila
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