Mr. Willie Mitchell

November 5, 1913 - June 27, 2015

Willie Harry Mitchell, age 91, of Monticello, transitioned from his earthly home to his eternal home Saturday, June 27, 2015, in the comfort of his home with family by his side. Willie Mitchell joined Greenwood Baptist Church in Shady Dale at an early age, and remained as a faithful usher until his health failed. Mr. Mitchell retired from Georgia-Pacific. He was an avid farmer who would often e seen tending fields behind two large mules. From his list of many treasures, his family was the greatest. He is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Mrs. Essie Mae Mitchell of Monticello; seven daughters, Mildred Standifer (Eddie), Annie Standifer (late Earnest Mitchell), Betty Jackson (Thomas), Rosa Slaughter (Bobby), Jeanette Dupree (Jimmie), and Lisa Mitchell; three sons, Oscar Mitchell (the late Marilyn), Leon Mitchell (Brenda) and Frank Mitchell, 33 grandchildren, 71 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Magnolia Mitchell, and a son, Willie H. Mitchell, Jr. The family will accept flowers at Word Alive Ministries, 11371 Hwy. 83 south, Monticello from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 2. The viewing will be held there from 1 to 7 p.m.