of Mountain Home, AR
September 5, 1941 - March 24, 2024
Diama Lou (Jones) Mitchell-Jernigan passed away March 24, 2024 at the age of 82.
Diama was born to Homer and Vicie (Brown) Jones of Yellville. She received her education and went on to obtain a fulfilling career through DHS. During her career, Diama loved and helped numerous children and families before she retired. After retiring she enjoyed volunteer work and loved serving her community. Diama's family was very important to her and she enjoyed time spent with them above all.
Diama was preceded in death by her parents, Homer and Vicie Jones; her son, Guy Mitchell; her grandson, Mathew Mitchell and her son-in-law, Brett Curtis.
She is survived by her two sons, Gene (Mellody) Mitchell of Flippin and Frank (Irene) Mitchell of Kentucky. Additionally survived by her grandchildren, Brent Mitchell, Steven Mitchell, Brandy Mitchell, Heather Curtis, Holly Mitchell and Joseph Mitchell; 11 great grandchildren, Michael, Aden, Audrey, David, Ellie, Lundin, Brooklyn, Michael, Blake, Braden, Theo and one great-great grandchild, Kora.
Visitation will be 1:00 - 2:00 pm Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville.
Funeral service will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home Chapel with Gary Wise officiating.
Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery near Flippin.
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15 Condolence(s)
Dorothy Mitchell Barton
Sunday, March 31, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Diama’s passing. My condolences to you kids and family. She was a wonderful person and always was an aunt to me. I have so many memories of her growing up and spending time with her and Edward.
Susan Covington
Friday, March 29, 2024
I wish her family prayers and peace at this time. I hade the honor of meeting here and shared a Christian family fellowship. Diama was a good friend. You will be forever missed.
Lana McCrery
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
My condolences go out to Diamas’family &!many friends. She was a classmate & friend. We were in touch, just days before here passing, as she was making plans for knee surgery. As usual, Diama had a happy, positive attitudei. It was sad to hear , soon after we communicated that she had passed. She will be greatly missed.
Steve and Mitzi Blake
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Diana was a sweet lady. We will miss her smiling face around the Thanksgiving table. Those of us that knew her will forever have a missing place in our heart. Rest well.
Linda Moreau
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
So sorry to hear of Diama’s passing. Worked with her for years at the health department. Always had that beautiful smile. Whenever you saw her, no matter how long it had been, it was like it was yesterday. Prayers for comfort and healing during this difficult time.
Donna Duggins
Monday, March 25, 2024
Diama was such a sweet lady. No matter how much she hurt she continued to drive herself to church and back. Pleasure getting to know her at our annual quarterly dinner with the ladies Grow outreach. She is now pain free and walking streets of Gold. Glad to have known her.
Patsy King Bailey
Monday, March 25, 2024
So sorry to learn of the passing of yet another Y-S Class 1959 member.
Lou Annis Kelley
Monday, March 25, 2024
She was a sweet, longtime friend. My heartfelt sympathy is extended to her family.
Vicki A Roberts
Monday, March 25, 2024
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF DIAMA'S PASSING. WE WORKED TOGETHER FOR MANY YEARS. SHE WIII BE MISSED. SHE NEVER MET A STRANGER AND ALWAYS HAD A SMILE FOR EVERYONE.
Pauline Mears
Monday, March 25, 2024
So sad to here that Diama had passed away. We went to school together and she was a friend. Always with a smile on her face, when we would get to meet we always had a good time reminiscing. Praying for comfort for the family.
Bill & Jodi Elam
Monday, March 25, 2024
Thoughts and prayers
Deborah Brader
Monday, March 25, 2024
Will miss you, cousin.
Breeauna Rowley
Monday, March 25, 2024
Diama and my Granny (Rosemary) were very close, especially growing up. She was so kind to me and I’m very thankful I was able to take Granny to see her before she passed. Love you tons Diama and family.
Rosemary Elam
Monday, March 25, 2024
Cheryl Ramsey
Monday, March 25, 2024
I loved this little so much. She was a joy. She always had a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed. I went to church with her when I lived in gassville. My prayers are with the family.