James E. Mitchell
October 27, 1959 ~ July 4, 2014
James E. Mitchell, 54, of Martinsville died on Friday, July 4th, 2014 in Fisherville, Kentucky while visiting friends. He was born on October 27, 1959 in Indianapolis to the late Kenneth Myron and Mary Louise (Wilson) Mitchell.
Aside from his parents Mr. Mitchell is preceded in death by three siblings; Raymond and Sandy Biggs, Mary Parsley 'Kat'.
James worked at Ford Motor Company as a tool and die maker starting his career in 1988 in Indianapolis and most recently transitioned to the Louisville Plant; where he was held in high esteem for his hard work ethic and devotion.
A lover of music, James took up guitar playing; and although never in a band, he enjoyed playing for family and friends. In high school he played 1st trumpet and later in life was still known occasionally play it.
He enjoyed playing golf, every Fathers Day with his sons and grandsons. Along with spending summer months on his houseboat with family and friends, while taking his children tubing and skiing.
Above all, he gained the most enjoyment from spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and was given the nickname 'Papoo' by his young granddaughters.
He is survived by his loving wife of over 33 years, Betty J. Hogue- Mitchell, his four children, James R. Mitchell of Louisville, Brandon J. Mitchell of Mooresville, Britton C. Mitchell of Louisville, and Carley B. Mitchell of Martinsville; his four siblings, Robert and Eddie Biggs, Barbara Chandler and Shirley Crabb; his grandson, Dominic; his granddaughters, Devini Grace, Ava Lynn and Finnley.
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 11:00AM at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville with burial following at the IOOF Cemetery in Waverly. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 from 4:00PM until 8PM at the funeral home.
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I didnt know him but brandon my prayers our with you and your family may god give you the strength you need
Our sincere condolences to the entire Mitchell Family & Friends. God Speed James !! May you forever Rest in Peace ? Rand & Tana Scott, Manteno IL.
My heart breaks for the whole Mitchell family. Prayers for strength and comfort during this difficult time. Jimmy was a loving, hard working husband, father, and grandfather and will be truly missed. Pam jones
BJ always talked about ‘Jimmy’ this and ‘Jimmy’ that. Though they had their troubles as all families do, you could still feel the love for each other as she talked about ‘Jimmy’. He was a special man to family and friends and very special to her, loving, kind and such a hard working man. May the Lord watch over this family as they walk this Journey of Life. Guide them Dear Lord with your healing heart and hand. Love them and comfort them but help them be strong to face these next few days. Keep them safe and let them know that ‘Jimmy’ is their Angel now, and will protect in all that they do. Rest in Peace Jimmy, you will be truly missed. Sharon and Dave Allman
Much love and prayers to the Mitchell family. May God give you peace and strength. We love you all!……..The Cannon family
My deepest sympathy to you, BJ, and your family.
BJ and family, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss BJ. Praying for you and your family. Debbie O’Neal
sending all my love and prayers to BJ and the kids, we have such good memories together!
My heart and prayers to the family,Jerry & Debbie Parsley
Dear Mitchell Family, I can’t imagine the magnitude of your loss. After knowing your husband Jim for a short period of time my husband is truly crushed to hear of his passing. Jim must have been a truly remarkable person both in the plant and outside of it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hoping you find the strength to endure the few days. Our deepest sympathies Lynn and David Whitt & Family
BJ, my prayers go out to you, your children, and grandchildren. I know Dominic loved his grandpa very much. I’m so very sorry for your loss. Irene
Thinking of you all during this hard time. Praying for you all. Scott & Stephanie Edrington
B.J. and Family, I cannot find the words to express my sympathy. The only thing that I can say is that I was grateful that I was able to be one of his best friends. I will always cherish the memory of Jim and some of the conversations that we have had over the years. He and I became good close friends that you only find in you life a few times. I have been blessed to have some very good close friends that would do any thing for each other and Jim was just such a person. he will truly be missed by all that knew him. I have thought of him as a brother and my brothers all found Jim to be a great pesron as much as I. Mitch Stallsmith
My heart goes to BJ, James wife, and his sons & daughter, I will miss him greatly, keep smiling, pick n and a grinning until we meet again, I love you all, Neater
Mitchell Family, I was very blessed to meet Jim last July at work, I remember him talking to me about his house in Indiana and about his beautiful wife and how proud he is of how his Children turned out. I learned a lot from Jim during my year in Louisville, he always had a smile on no matter what, and said ‘here comes trouble’ every time i walked into the tool maker shop. Rest in Peace Dear friend. Amani Salamey
BJ my heart is hurting for you and your kids right now. Prayers are being sent from all over for all of you. Jim was a good man in every way. You and him were always so happy together. I have not seen you for many years but have thought of you often. Rebecca Neal
Mrs. Mitchell / Family My deepest sympathy goes out to you! Jim was at the Louisville Assembly Plant for a short period of time,but he was an asset to our Skilled Trades Department. Jim was accepted into our little in-house family with open arms. I had the privilege of representing him as his Skilled Union Representative for some time and can tell you he was brilliant in every thing he did. It is a true loss to us here at the Plant and our hearts truly go out to you and your family. God Bless! Jamie Burke Louisville Assembly Plant Bargainer
BJ, Ryan, Brandon, Brittain & Carley- My heart hurts for you all right now. You are all in my thoughts & prayers, and hoping that strengh finds you all during these hard times coming up. -Chrissy & Brendan Sparks
Worked with Jim at ford Indy,, he was a great guy!
Prayers are with all of you through this difficult time. Jim was a good man. Please let me know if you need anything. Love to you all
BJ and family~ I am so sorry for your loss. I’ve known Jim since grade school. He will be missed by so many but especially you. I pray for comfort and peace during these difficult days ahead . Susie Birtchman Doescher
To Mitchell Family, My deepest condolence to the Mitchell Family! My heart broke today after hearing about Jims passing. Jim was a talented Toolmaker with a big smile. The Toolmaker family lost a great friend and co worker. Jim will be sadly missed. Peace and Love to the Mitchell Family. Mark Huth Toolmaker Louisville Assembly Plant
Jim was a great person to know! We often talked of boating and Dale Hollow lake! My prayers go out to his family! Dennis McAfee Toolmaker LAP
Bj and family, I’m sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers sent your way
Bj and family, So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Pam Cornelison
BJ and Family I’m so sorry for your loss. This is such a shock, I just found out today. I’m so very sorry. He and Stub can visit again. Thinking of you and your family. God Bless you all. Love, Carla Dortch Indianapolis