of Searcy, AR
February 21, 1933 - May 5, 2024
John Foster Mitchell Jr., 91 of Searcy, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024. He was born on February 21, 1933 in Barton, Arkansas to the late John Foster Mitchell Sr. and Albertha Louise Bloesch. He proudly served as a Sergeant in the United States Army and worked for Chicago Mill, Mohawk Rubber and retired from Hoffinger Industries.
He is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Eva D. Mitchell; one daughter, Amy Rutledge of Searcy, Arkansas; two sons, Bob Mitchell of West Helena, Arkansas and Bruce Mitchell (Patricia) of Cabot, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Audra ''Mikki'' Hamilton (John) of Searcy, Arkansas, Dr. Dale Rutledge (Ross) of Seattle, Washington, Foster Mitchell (Brittany) of West Helena, Arkansas, Rebecca (Phillip) Morter of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Dr. Katherine Mitchell (Trysten) of Little Rock and Sarah Mitchell of Little Rock; four great grandchildren, John David Hamilton, Jim Hamilton, Easton Mitchell and Kallen Mitchell and one sister, Virginia Herrin of Memphis Tennessee.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John Foster Mitchell Sr. and Albertha Louise Bloesch; two Sisters, Betty Hill and Martha Hobby and brother, James Mitchell.
His honorary pallbearers will be grandsons and great grandsons.
A visitation will be held at 1:00pm Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena Arkansas immediately followed by a graveside service at 2:00pm at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena, Arkansas. Brother Bobbie Baker will officiate.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, that donation be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital Foundation.
Services will be directed by the staff of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, Arkansas (870)572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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13 Condolence(s)
Brenda Freeman Murray
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Mrs. Mitchell, Bob and Amy: I just learned of Mr. Mitchell's passing. So many memories of your family and the neighborhood we lived in. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Rutledge
Friday, May 10, 2024
Larry & I are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Much love & prayers for the family.
Steve Jones
Friday, May 10, 2024
Bob, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Sue Russell
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Amy and family, I am so sorry about your loss. Prayers for your comfort during this time.
Ted and Janna Morter
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Sending you our prayers and celebrating his wonderful life
Cheryl Smith
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Amy, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. We love you and will be praying for you and your family.
Debbie Johnston Morris
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Mitchell was a great man.
Winford and Anna Blackburn
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Sorry for your loss!
Dale and Melanie Kummer
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Bob, Foster and the Mitchell family, please accept our condolences for your great loss. We are praying for peace for you and your family during this difficult time.
Cliff & Liz Matthews
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Our prayers are with you and your family, especially your precious mother.
George Gates
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
So sorry for y’all’s loss. My prayers are with ya.
Ruby Huling
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Ms Eva, Amy, and family…I am so sorry for your loss! Praying for comfort and peace for all of you.
Keith Scott
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
To Bruce and the rest of the family. Sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Always have fond memories of the meals at the fancy eating table at your folk's house. In my thoughts and prayers.