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James Willie Mitchell

James Mitchell Obituary

MITCHELL Funeral services for Mr. James Willie Mitchell will be held Saturday, July 8, 2006, at 11:00 A.M., in the First Timothy Baptist Church, with Reverend Frederick D. Newbill, officiating. Mr. James Willie Mitchell, 71, departed this life on Saturday July 1, 2006. Mr. Mitchell was born November 24, 1934, in Twin City, Georgia, the son of the late Mary Lamar Mitchell (Hannah) and James A. Mitchell. He was educated in the public school system in Twin City. He later moved to Newark, New Jersey and went to work for Clark Equipment. Soon after moving to New Jersey, he met and married the late Marsha Ann Bowers and that union produced three children. Later, he met and married the late Naomi Louise Gill, a widower with six children. In late 1976, he and his family were transferred to Jacksonville, Florida, with his new company, Sea Land. James worked at Sea Land until his retirement in 1994. James spent his life doing what he loved to do which was spending time with family, friends and traveling. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge where he reached the level of Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret, 32nd Degree. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Akbar K. Mitchell; two stepdaughters, Veronica Lee and Giles Lee Smith; two sisters, Beverly Johnson and Shirley Mitchell Cargile. James leaves to cherish his memory: five children, Deborah Williams (Benny), Donna Mitchell-Freeman (Randy), Saroya Mitchell Brown (Howard), Jamille Mitchell (Kia), and Olliesha J. Lee; six grandchildren, Bayyinah Brown, Devonte Banks, Jamille Mitchell Jr., Christopher Brown, Monqui'e Mitchell, and Kesara Mitchell; four stepchildren, Herman Lee (Ruby), Hampton Lee, Corliss Lee, and Janet Lee; five brothers, Ivy Johnson (Mary), Billy Johnson (Anna), James A. Mitchell (Brenda), Phillip Johnson (Mary Ann) and Donald Johnson (Sarah); one sister, Jeanette Johnson; seven step-grandchildren, three great grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends whom he loved dearly. Visitation will be at the mortuary from 5 until 8 P.M., Friday. The cortege will assemble at 10:00 A.M., at 11448 Quailhollow Drive on Saturday. Interment will be in Edgewood Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to: Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Jul. 4 to Jul. 6, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for James Mitchell

11 Entries

Deborah Williams

July 31, 2006

To my Father,

Dad, "I know that we have never been close, but I will miss you. I only wish that you had gotten the chance to know you 4 grand children and 7 great grandkids.

Your oldest daughter Debbie

Shakeerah Mitchell

July 6, 2006

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Rosina (May-May) Bowman (Mitchell)

July 6, 2006

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Fatima Ruiz

July 6, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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Donna Mitchell-Freeman

July 6, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Myrle Berry-Wiley

July 6, 2006

To The family of James Mitchell;

It is with my deepest sympathies that I address this message to your family during your hour of bereavement. For your loss is my lost also. "Mitch" (as he was fondly known to me ) was a very good friend and confidant. He will truly be missed. Remember there is no problem that heaven can not heal.

God will be there to guide you through this difficult time.

Myrle Berry-Wiley & Family

Michelle Lawrence

July 6, 2006

Olliesha and Devonte, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers always. I hope that you find some comfort and peace in knowing that the pain has left him and he is in a better place.

Love You!

Chelle

Carl & Claudia Johnson

July 6, 2006

To Jamille and the entire Mitchell family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jamille you know that we love you very much. We are here for you. Take care.

Regina Williams

July 6, 2006

Olliesha, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with you during this time. Stay strong in the Lord, for He knows just how much you can bare.

Regina Williams,

BCBS of Fla. ORO

Deborah Williams

July 5, 2006

Mr.& Mrs. Benny Williams

The Staff of A.B. Coleman Mortuary, Inc.

July 4, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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