Debby A. Mitchell

1957 - 2022

Debby A. Shotts Mitchell, 65, of Apollo, passed away Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, earning her wings by how she lived her life. Debby was born Wednesday, June 12, 1957, in Kittanning, to her late parents, Perry and Nora Hilleman Shotts. She graduated from Ford City High School, Class of 1975. Debby lived in Ford Cliff until she met and married her husband. She lived her last 34 years in North Washington. She was a hairstylist/manager at various salons, including Cost Cutters and Fantastic Sams throughout her 35-year career. Debby was a people person. She enjoyed being around and talking to people. Debby liked going on family camping trips to many state parks but mainly liked Cook Forest and was also a NASCAR fan that enjoyed going to races at Pocono Raceway. Although she was not a fan of the Steelers, Penn State football and the Penguins, she became one shortly after her marriage to her husband. Debby spent her quiet time doing cross-stitching and crocheting. She loved to crochet baby afghans for expecting family members and friends. She liked to play spades and solitaire along with doing crossword puzzles. Debby spent many hours painting ceramics for her family and friends as gifts. She enjoyed reading mainly fantasy stories and collected most of Steven King's books. Debby is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, John E. Mitchell; her two sons, Christopher J. Mitchell, of North Apollo, and Daniel E. Mitchell and his wife, Kathy, of Apollo; her two granddaughters, Sophie A. Mitchell and Candace C. Mitchell; and her grandson, James L. Mitchell. Debby's family felt her love and they loved her completely in return. Debby's smile and laugh would light up every ones soul. She was a loving and supportive wife, mother and grandmother. She will be deeply missed by those who loved her so. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Debby's memory to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022, at the KELLY L. CORRIDONI FUNERAL HOME LTD, 1916 Moore Ave., North Apollo. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022, with Pastor Michael Casey officiating. To view and send online condolences, visit us at www.corridonifuneralhomes.com.