Obituary of Edward Mitchell

Edward Holmes Mitchell, Jr., 70, of Lynchburg died Saturday, July 28, 2007 at Lynchburg General Hospital. Born in New Jersey on February 15, 1937 he was a son of the late Edward H. Mitchell, Sr. and Charlotte Idella Mitchell and was the husband of Carmen D. Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell served his country in both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air force. He was retired from Ericsson, formally known as General Electric. He attended Tree of Life Ministries and was an avid golfer belonging to Ivy Hills Country Club. In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children, Edward H. Mitchell, III and Melicarme Mitchell Davidson both of Lynchburg. Michael M. Mitchell of Virginia Beach and Marcus M. Mitchell and his wife, Lindsey of Lynchburg. Seven grandchildren, Kevin, Carmen, Jennifer, Meghan, Abby, Summer and Kayley. One great grandchild. Two sisters, Jeanne E. McCarron of Pittsville, MA. and Mellissa Ivalle Mitchell of Lynchburg. A funeral service celebrating the life of Mr. Mitchell will be conducted 11:00 AM Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at Diuguid Funeral Service and Crematory, Waterlick Chapel, with the Rev. Mike Dodson officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Hill Memorial Park with military honors provided by the American Legion Post 16. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 7 to 9 PM at the funeral home.