Helen Mae Mitchell

Helen Mae Mitchell was born July 11, 1931, in Osceola to Ethel and Caleb Tyson Sr. She departed this life on Friday, Sept. 18, 2020, at the age of 89. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lushion “Shep” Mitchell; four children, Princess Davis, Charles Mitchell, Milton Mitchell and Ronald Mitchell Sr.; three grandchildren, Sharon Mitchell, Travie Mitchell and Bishop Gerald Mitchell.

Helen Mae Mitchell confessed her hope in Christ at an early age, which continued throughout her life as a faithful member of Revival Center. Mama Helen loved people. She was the epitome of what “it takes a village” means. She opened her heart and home throughout many generations. In addition to her love for people was her love for fishing. Mama was an avid fisherman and could out fish the best of them.

She united with Lushion “Shep” Mitchell in 1947 and to this union seven children were born.

She leaves to cherish her memories three daughters, Mozella Mayfield of Inkster, Mich., Imogene Mitchell Swift of Blytheville and Minnie (George) Mitchell Kline of Clarksville, Tenn.; a sister-in-law, Walterine Mitchell of Blytheville; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, family and friends.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 10-11:45 a.m. at Revival Center, 620 Walnut, Blytheville. A graveside service will follow at 12:00 (noon) at Memory Garden Cemetery in Blytheville.

Due to COVID-19, face masks are required to be worn and practice social distance.

We apologize for an inconvenience this may cause.

Services are provided by Gary Wolfe at Wolfe Brothers Funeral Home & Cremation, 634 W. Main Street, Blytheville, AR 72315, 870-900-0010.