James E. Mitchell

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.

Friends may visit www.carlislebranson.com to view the Life Story on James, to share a memory, or sign the online guest registry.