Horace R. Mitchell

Horace R. Mitchell, 81, passed away on January 9, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Nancy Chambliss Mitchell and three children- Vicky Conwell (David), Kenneth Mitchell (Maureen), and Robin Richardson (David). Survivors also include three grandchildren Danny Joe Conwell (Melissa), Jenny Phillips (Craig), Sarah Mitchell, three great grandchildren Chelsea Conwell, Cassidy Conwell, and Dennis Phillips. Surviving siblings include Jane Rodgester, Emma Powell, and Thomas Ben Mitchell.
Horace was a quiet man with few words. However; once spoken they were quite profound and thought provoking. Graveside services will be held Monday, January 12 at 2 PM at Philadelphia United Methodist Church in Triplet, Virginia. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Philadelphia United Methodist Church, Attn: Gay Taylor, 14179 Dry Bread Road, Emporia, VA 23847.