Back to Obituaries R.S. Lewis & Sons Funeral Home | Memphis, TN

Curtis Mitchell, Sr.

07/09/1940 - 07/02/2024

Obituary For Curtis Mitchell, Sr.

Curtis Mitchell, Sr., 83 of Collierville, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at Saint Francis Hospital Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee. Curtis Sr. was a retired legacy Memphis City Schools educator, coach and school principal. Born Tuesday, July 9, 1940, in Lexington, Mississippi, Curtis was the son of the late Theodore Mitchell and the late Inez Logan Mitchell. Curtis leaves behind his loving wife, Iola Walton Mitchell, his sons, Eric Mitchell(Loralie) and Cory Mitchell(Angela), his sisters, Ora Hunter and Catheryn Martin, his brothers Logan Mitchell (Joyce) and Wesley Mitchell, his grandchildren and other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 10:00am-10:55am with a Celebration of Life to follow at 11:00am both will be held at Bethlehem Baptist Church located at 918 Looney Memphis, Tennessee 38107. Interment will be in Memphis Memory Gardens, 6444 Raleigh Lagrange Rd, Memphis, TN 38134


Condolences & Tributes

Add A Condolence

Stacy W Long sent Serene Lily Basket for Curtis Mitchell, Sr. - July 11, 2024

We will miss you, Uncle Curtis. You will always and forever be in our hearts.

Love, Stacy, Robby and Brayden Long and Keith Walton.

Send flowers for Curtis Mitchell, Sr.

Red and White Handled Basket was sent for Curtis Mitchell, Sr. - July 10, 2024

Red and White Handled Basket was sent for Curtis Mitchell, Sr. - July 10, 2024

Our deepest sympathy & condolences to The Mitchell family. You all will continue to be in our thoughts & prayers in the days to come. May God provide you with all that you need. We love you!

Forever in Our Hearts, Levell Alexander & family

The Alexander Family

When I was a child, Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell were part of the village (extended family) that raised me. My memories of Mr. Mitchell range from swimming in his pool during the summers, watching him take immaculate care of his lawn, flowerbeds and house to raising three boys to men.. We (the kids in the neighborhood) knew not to walk in or across Mr. Mitchell's grass.. Mitchell was the model of a strong, black family man that will be missed by all his presence impacted..

Sincerely, The Brooks Family

We are deeply sorry to hear about your passing of your husband. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. May happy memories of our husband bring you comfort at this time.

Ben Walton and family

I love and miss you pawpaw

Little Miss Caitlynn Mitchell

Mr. Curtis Mitchell was a gentleman, a friend, a deacon, a husband and father, an educator. Dignified yet kind, impeccably dressed yet humble, he was a joy to be around. Easy to talk to, genuine and sincere, he was a true innovator. An exemplary model of all a good man could and should be, his demeanor was never strained or forced, it was simply who he was, calm and free. To the Mitchell family we are proud that he walked among us and worshipped with us too. He was one of the kindest men the world ever knew. Dedicated and devoted, generous and good, faithful and fruitful--that was him. Mr. Curtis Mitchell was not just a rock, Mr. Curtis Mitchell was a gem. Mother Doris Quinn on behalf of the Bethlehem Baptist Church Mother Board.

My Prayers are with the Mitchell Family. Claudean C. Clariette

Iola and Family, my thoughts and Prayers are with you. God's Blessings and love are extended. Your friend and classmate, Manassas High School, Class of 1959, Edward Todd, Jr. Hopkinsville, Kentucky

Giving my condolences to the Mitchell family, praying that God will give you the strength to endure the pain. Gone but never forgotten 🙏🏾

Vivian Bowden

"From Our Family To Yours, We are so thankful to have had Curtis as a neighbor and Friend. Our prayers and thoughts are with all as you navigate through this difficult time.

James and Barbara Edmonson

Sincere sympathy during this difficult time. Hollye Shotwell & Family

Our prayers and thoughts are extended to Iola and the entire Mitchell family. Curtis was indeed a professional and a gentleman. May he Rest in Peace. -Hollye & Tracey Shotwell & Claudette Lacey

Iola and Family Thinking of you and praying for peace, comfort and peace of mind during this difficult time. May Curtis memories be a blessing and uplifting in your spirit. Wishing you strength for today and hope for tomorrow. We Love you always. Cousin Craig & Veronia

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

R.S. Lewis & Sons Funeral Home | Memphis, TN

Best Sellers

Plant Trees
Plant Trees

$50.00

Beautiful Dreams
Beautiful Dreams

$101.95

Gracious Lavender Basket
Gracious Lavender Basket

$161.95

Serene Lily Basket
Serene Lily Basket

$125.95

Pink Tribute Spray
Pink Tribute Spray

$179.95

Sweet Moments
Sweet Moments

$89.95

Mixed Spray
Mixed Spray

$179.95

Red and White Handled Basket
Red and White Handled Basket

$101.95

Peace & Serenity Dishgarden
Peace & Serenity Dishgarden

$95.95

Traditional Floor Basket
Traditional Floor Basket

$95.95

Ocean Devotion
Ocean Devotion

$95.95

The Peace Lily
The Peace Lily

$113.95

Living Spirit Dishgarden
Living Spirit Dishgarden

$95.95

Red and White Floor Basket
Red and White Floor Basket

$107.95

Mixed flowers in a handled basket
Mixed flowers in a handled basket

$107.95

The Loving Light Dishgarden
The Loving Light Dishgarden

$95.95

Ocean Breeze Spray
Ocean Breeze Spray

$221.95

Precious Heart Bouquet
Precious Heart Bouquet

$101.95

Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket
Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket

$89.95

Sympathy Spray
Sympathy Spray

$191.95

Radiant Foliage Planter
Radiant Foliage Planter

$107.95

Heartfelt Memories
Heartfelt Memories

$113.95

Stately Croton
Stately Croton

$95.95

Medium Dish Garden
Medium Dish Garden

$119.95

Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment
Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment

$95.95

Love's Journey
Love's Journey

$101.95

Garden of Memories
Garden of Memories

$161.95

Sweet Tranquility Basket
Sweet Tranquility Basket

$107.95

Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum

$101.95

Tender Tribute
Tender Tribute

$155.95

Deeply Adored
Deeply Adored

$95.95

Your Light Shines
Your Light Shines

$143.95

Joyful Memory
Joyful Memory

$143.95

Heavenly Grace Spray
Heavenly Grace Spray

$227.95

Bright and Beautiful Spray
Bright and Beautiful Spray

$221.95

America the Beautiful
America the Beautiful

$89.95

Small Garden Dish
Small Garden Dish

$89.95

Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet
Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet

$203.95

Rainbow Reflections Basket
Rainbow Reflections Basket

$125.95

Splendid Memories Bouquet
Splendid Memories Bouquet

$95.95

Golden Days Basket
Golden Days Basket

$95.95

Serene Retreat
Serene Retreat

$113.95

Heavenly Heights Bouquet
Heavenly Heights Bouquet

$95.95

Heavenly & Harmony
Heavenly & Harmony

$101.95

Large Mixed Plant Dish Garden
Large Mixed Plant Dish Garden

$137.95

Dreams From the Heart Bouquet
Dreams From the Heart Bouquet

$125.95

Vivid Recollections
Vivid Recollections

$113.95

Sunny Memories
Sunny Memories

$167.95

Emerald Garden Basket
Emerald Garden Basket

$101.95

Sacred Duty Spray
Sacred Duty Spray

$221.95

French Garden
French Garden

$95.95

Celestial Love
Celestial Love

$101.95

Peace Lily
Peace Lily

$101.95

Blossoms in Vogue
Blossoms in Vogue

$101.95

Large Basket Garden
Large Basket Garden

$125.95

Lily and Rose Tribute Spray
Lily and Rose Tribute Spray

$317.95

The New Sunrise Bouquet
The New Sunrise Bouquet

$95.95

Blessings Bouquet
Blessings Bouquet

$101.95

Rays of Light Spray
Rays of Light Spray

$227.95

Eternal Peace Basket
Eternal Peace Basket

$95.95

Rose Remembrance
Rose Remembrance

$233.95

Fall Fantasia
Fall Fantasia

$101.95

Sacred Garden Spray
Sacred Garden Spray

$287.95