James Oneal Mitchell's Obituary
James O'Neal Mitchell, 71 yrs., of Columbia, IL, passed away at de Greeff Hospice House, St. Louis, MO. He was born in Fulton County, KY, the son of the late Chester and Nezie (King) Mitchell. Jim had owned and operated the Century 21 - O'Neal Mitchell Real Estate Office in Columbia, IL, and had previously worked at the Missouri Pacific Railroad, Dupo, IL, was a member of American Legion Post #581, Columbia, IL (services 7:00 pm Friday evening), Columbia Sportsman Club, and the Millstadt Sportsman Club. He had served in the U.S. Army Reserves.
He was married to Ruth Ann (Lark) Mitchell, who survives him. They were married on June 24, 1967, at Zoar United Church of Christ, New Hanover, IL.
Visitation
Friday, January 17, 2014 4:00 pm - 8:00 pmLawlor Funeral Home
American Legion Services at 7:00 pm, Friday evening
Funeral Services
Saturday, January 18, 2014, 11:00 amLawlor Funeral HomeColumbia, IL
Pastor R.J. Morgan, officiating
Interment
Evangelical St. Paul CemeteryColumbia, IL
Memorial Contribution Suggestions
In lieu of other types of gifts, memorials are preferred to: American Legion Post 581, Columbia Volunteer Fire Department, Columbia E.M.S., Zoar U.C. of C., New Hanover, IL, de Greeff Hospice House 10016 Kennerly Rd,. St. Louis, MO 63128, or charity of the donor's choice.
Survivors
Spouse, Ruth Ann Mitchell of Columbia, IL
Daughter, Tammy (Darren) Hines of Columbia, IL
Daughter, Holly Dreher of Columbia, IL
Grandchildren, Brayden and Kelton Hines, and Max Dreher
Mother-In-Law, Mary Lark of Columbia, ILOther relatives and friends
Also Preceded In Death By
Brother, Chester R. Mitchell
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