Mr. James Mitchell
May 14, 1941 - December 25, 2018
James, son of the late Wilemena Mitchell and the late Herbert Mitchell, was born May 14, 1941, in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduated from Oakville High School, Young Island, SC, and retired from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Public Welfare. His most enjoyable times were spent going to movies, attending his grandsons’ games, traveling and spending time with family. In Harrisburg, PA, on December 25, 2018, at seventy-seven years of age, James transitioned from this life into eternal life joining his parents, sister, Geneva Powell; his son Marvin, and his great-grandchild Ivyonna. Irreplaceable memories will be cherished in the hearts of his loving family: wife, Barbara Mitchell, best friend and grandson, Dennis Chism, daughter, Shavona Mitchell, sons, James Mitchell Jr. and John Mitchell, daughter, Carolyn Mitchell, all of Harrisburg; his grandchildren, Natasha, Keith, Jordan, Lutece, Onesty, Raki, Brittany, Brandi, Jasmine, Jamari, Heaven and Zenia; fifteen great-grandchildren; host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
James, son of the late Wilemena Mitchell and the late Herbert Mitchell, was born May 14, 1941, in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduated from Oakville High School, Young Island, SC, and retired from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department... View Obituary & Service Information