Joseph Mitchell Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Joseph Mitchell

Joseph Anthony Mitchell, 62 of Martinsville, VA departed his life on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at his home. He was born May 13, 1958 to the late Tommy Joe and Inez Mitchell.

Anthony was affectionately called “Mitch” by many people. He was employed by the Martinsville City Public School system for 20+ years. He was also a member of the Sportsmen Club Committee.

“Mitch was proceeded in death by his parents, the late Tommy Joe and Inez Mitchell. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Loretta “Dale” Mitchell, two sons, Christopher S. Martin and Al J. Martin both of Martinsville, VA; one daughter, Sakeenah A. Martin of Martinsville, VA. Six brothers, Thomas Mitchell, Frederick (Joyce) Mitchell, Larry Mitchell, Rayford Mitchell, Timothy Mitchell, all of Martinsville, VA and Marcus Mitchell, of Roanoke, VA. One sister, Constance (Clay) Gravely, of Martinsville, VA. Five Brother-in-laws’ Al (Sharon) Martin, Henry (Valerie) Martin, Jerome (Chere) Martin, Jeffrey Martin and John Henry (Brittany) Martin. Seven Sister-in-laws’, Jackie Martin, Gaynell (Philip) Robertson, Doretha Martin, Irma Eggleston, Tometris (John) Massey, Sharon Clarke and Gale Clarke. Two Goddaughters Shayve Still and Ka’Miya Martin. Six grandchildren, RayShawn Green, Emonie Green, Hiroyuki Martin, Kouhei Martin, Bradley Manns and Kaylee Ingram. Two greatgrand children ,Zyana Green and Zuri Green. And a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

All services will be private according to the CDC guidelines. A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2020, between the hours of 1 p.m. till 5 p.m. at Hairston Funeral Home.

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To the entire Mitchell Family! We love you n we will miss Anthony" our fun loving cuzzin! "
We shared a lot of good memories!
Love you all!Loyce Allen from Cincinnati

My condolences to the family! I am so so sorry for your lost! I miss you all n I certainly will miss my cousin "Anthony"
One of my memories was " combing his hair , he had such a big bush! He would let me comb it n braid it when we would come down n visit and when he would visit us in Ohio!
RIH Your cuzzin,
Kathy

My prayers an thoughts goes out to the family. RIP He will be miss Sincerely yours Michael Anthony Hairston

Mitch was a good man and will be missed. May God bless him and his family. He was a true friend. James Cochran

My heart hurts heavy for him and his family everybody loved him he will missed but with us everyday this is hard to swallow we love u Mitch rest easy the Massey family A9226j7

Sorry to hear of the passing of Mitch he was a very sweet guy keep you laughing he will be miss dearly praying for his Famiily's

I did not know you as an adult but I knew your parents. We were at Albert Harris together. Your family is in my prayers. Rest in peace with your parents. Marion Breedlove Evans

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Mr. Mitchell was a dear, sweet man and a hard worker who was always willing to help the parents and teachers at Druid Hills and then Martinsville High School. He will be missed. Deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rebecca Crabtree

My condolences to the family.
Rosabelle Holmes

My deepest condolences to the family. He was a kind and patient person and his loss is felt deeply. May it be comforting to know that others valued him.

My heart is heavy and mere words can not begin to explain what I'm feeling. Anthony was just a gentle soul to all that knew him. Growing up together like brothers and sisters at Mu's house (our grandma), he would always be my protector, especially at Albert Harris Elementary School Summer Programs. We may never know Why this happened, but what I do know, like everything else you have ever done, you did it Your Way,... I just have to be okay with that. May you RIP! You will be missed...