Please keep the family of the late Leroy Mitchell Jr. in your thoughts and prayers.
Major Leroy Mitchell Jr., a 75-year-old retired commissioned officer of the United States Army and the beloved husband of Frances Hudson Mitchell, peacefully passed away following an extended illness on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. He was surrounded by family members who loved him dearly.
Leroy is fondly remembered not only by his wife but also by his two sons, Bryan Mitchell and Brandon Mitchell (Sherita), as well as his bonus daughter, Ashlee (Terrell) Cooper.
Visitation
10:00 A.M.
Funeral
12:00 P.M.
Saturday
August 29, 2026
First Baptist Church, 37 N. Highland St.
Winchester, KY 40391
Rev. Marvin O.King Jr., Pastor
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Mixed flowers in a handled basket was sent for Maj.Leroy Mitchell Jr. - August 26, 2026
Sending love to you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace, strength, and comfort as you honor your father.
Sheena, Larry and Ashraf
Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket was sent for Maj.Leroy Mitchell Jr. - August 20, 2026
So sorry for your LOSS!!! With deepest Sympathy . Hoping that, in time, your warmest memories will lead you to a place of comfort and peace. My Prayers and Thoughts are with Y'all!!! Brother Vernon Tr
Red and White Floor Basket was sent for Maj.Leroy Mitchell Jr. - August 18, 2026
God Bless you and the family!
Red and White Handled Basket was sent for Maj.Leroy Mitchell Jr. - August 17, 2026
Our condolences to the family. May the peace of God which surpasses all understanding provide you comfort during this difficult time. Sam & Debbie Alston
Just found out, am broken up about this. We had lost contact but i always had "Mitch" close to my heart. Pains me to have not know until now. What a human being...
Sending Heart Felt Condolences to the Family and Friends. Continue To Rest In Pardise Mitch
I am deeply saddened by Mitch's passing and extend my heartfelt sympathies during this difficult time. Mitch was not only a valued colleague, but a dear friend whose kindness, humor, and integrity made our workplace a pleasant place to be. I will miss his presence, advice, experience, assistance, and the way he made everyone feel at home. My thoughts and prayers are with Mitch and his family during this difficult time. He will always be remembered with love and gratitude.
Mitch was a co-worker and friend and I am sad to hear of his passing. He made coming to work everyday fun and enjoyable. We were lunch buddies and we shared our military veteran experiences with each other. I know there is a special place in heaven for Mitch. In life every once in a while you meet someone that you know God has touched and Mitch was one of those very special people. He was among the kindest individuals that I ever met. He was always outgoing and fun. I miss you my friend. I really miss you.
Oue sincere condolences and prayers to the family of cousin Leroy. You will be sadly missed.
From the family of his uncle Jesse(Annie Mae) L. Mitchell Sr. of Florence, S.C.
I remember Leroy as a moderately quiet classmate. He was always nice and friendly. My sincere condolences to his family. May God grant you strength and peace during your grieving period.
Leroy and I grew up together in Florence, SC. We called him June in early years. Leroy would go to Baltimore during the Summer and work with his Brother in law in Construction. We played Basketball basketball together at the park in North Florence, one of mentors in the community started calling him Lord Baltimore because of his time in Baltimore , it was eventually shorten to Just Baltimore and eventually B More. B More was one of the stars on our HS BASKETBALL team in 69. We were part of a group of 5 that hung together in HS, 4 of us went on to SC STATE, where we both pledged Kappa, B More was my Dean of Pledges and was serious and committed to inducting good pledges.I know he didn't cut me any slack! He was a hard worker and committed to everything he engaged in. We kept in touch and would always talk during the NCAA Tournament. He was extremely helpful and supportive to me and my family last year during the loss of my son. True to his character and faith, he never once mentioned the challenges he was going through. I will miss my Friend, Brother and Classmate. Rest in Peace Milton Smalls.
I have many fond memories of working with Mitch in Kentucky. May the peace of Jesus comfort you in this difficult time.
I knew Mitch for 57 years. We first met as classmates at South Carolina State College in 1969. Mitch was also known as B'More because of his family connection with Baltimore,Maryland. We enrolled in the ROTC program and became members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. We graduated and were commissioned 2nd lieutenants detailed to the Field Artillery Branch. Mitch made a career of the military and retired as a Major. We stayed in contact over the years and enjoyed reminiscing of the times together. Mitch was a man of faith who deeply loved and cherished his family. He also relayed to me how his job driving the school bus was the best job he ever had. He enjoyed the kids and they reciprocated their fondness for him. My last text from Mitch was on his birthday in which he stated how blessed he was to reach his 75th birthday. Mitch was a great classmate, loyal fraternity brother, dedicated & professional soldier, devoted family man and the best of buddies. I will always be thankful Mitch was a part of my life and will never forget him. My prayer is for him to rest comfortably in the arms of the Lord. I wish to extend my sincere condolences to Frances and the family.
Always a leader, brother, advisor, father figure and a great friend. It was my honor to know you and your presence in my life had a lasting impact. Peace my friend and brother.
Offering prayers and condolences to my classmate Frances Hudson Mitchell and family. Remembering wedding planning activities. May your memories bring you comfort. But, look to God, the ultimate Comforter. 💜
My Brother and fellow veteran Major Leroy Mitchell, my condolences and love to the family. Leroy was a blessing in my life journey a Big Brother advisor and mentor to me and many others. Until we meet again Good Brother.
Leroy (June) was my cousin we grew up across the street from one another . He was a year older than myself . We played a lot of sandlot football in our youth. I'm going to miss seeing him coming home for our High School homecoming weekend. Over the last few years he became much more closer to God and his family . I lost my Wife around the last of last year and he reached out to me and said I should come out KY just to get away. Thanks "June" for being a great cousin and friend. Your present in surely going to be missed. .Frances you and the family are certainly in my prayers.
Brother I know you are sitting at the Lords feet and I know I will join you one day You will be missed Prayers for the family
Condolences to June's (Leroy) family. We grew up in the same neighborhood. He was a pleasant spirited young man. Another member from my childhood memories gone on.
Mitch was highly respected by the team, his customers and me! He was professional and diligent in every aspect of his work. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. Liz
Oh wow. I'll miss MAJ (Ret) Leroy Mitchell and his random check-ins on me. I appreciated him not just as my fraternity brother, but also for paving the way for me as a black Army officer. His sacrifice during the period he served, made it a little easier for me to serve today. Rest easy, Soldier!
Mr. Mitch I will never forget you. You have always been kind and thoughtful. You made a huge impact on the students on your bus. I was blessed to have known you! Many prayers 🙏🙏
Mr. Mitch was a kind gentleman and will be sorely missed..Prayers for Frances and his family..May GOD grant you peace, strength and comfort in all the days to come.🙏✝️🙏
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