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Til Death Do Us Part When life seems a blur, And I can’t quite believe That I’m living without you And you were taken away from me I sit back and think of the memories we shared All the laughs that you gave me and all the times that you cared Til death do us part, that’s true in our case I miss you so much, your voice and your face Time is a healer; I can’t say that it’s true But life does go on (Which means without You) When it all gets too much And I wish you were here I feel thankful that I met you, And I hold you close, my dear. Til Death Do Us Part
Loving Lester Husband, No one and nothing could have ever prepared me to lose my best friend and love of my life. The days and nights seem unbearably long and empty without you by my side. I miss the warmth from your tender touch. Uncontrollable emotions and tears overcome me without warning as I remanence over our memories. Oh, how I wish your laughter would fill our home to paint a smile across my face once more. May God’s strength sustain me throughout my efforts to cover our children and grandchildren with the unconditional love that you have shown us all. Save a place in Heaven until I join you, my dearest love. My heart will forever be yours!
Granddad
How time will never seem right, You have been our everything
from watching us grow up to helping to make us better people b y teaching us to love one another, how we thank you, how we will miss you, how we
adore you, But God! We understand grand-daddy, that you have to go for now
“Just Play a tune from Heaven for us”
Lester D. Mitchell
L
ester DuWayne Mitchell was born October 17, 1950, to the late Geneva Shepard
and Lawerence Mitchell. The late Charles Shepard raised Lester by his “Beloved Bonus Dad.” Lester DuWayne Mitchell confessed a hope in Christ at an early age; later in his adult life, he joined Greater New Liberty Church under Senior Pastor Dr. Darrell K. Shack’s leadership. He was a much-loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He bravely confronted and fought his health condition until his health failed and forced him to retire after ten years from Krogers. Lester was called home to glory on January 11, 2021. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Jaqueline Mitchell. Four daughters Leslie Mitchell, Crystal Mitchell, Syretta Mitchell, Tracey Frison, three sons Carlos Clark, Lance Mitchell, LaRay White. Nineteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Two brothers Johnny Johnson and William (Ingrid) Shepard). Four sisters Ester Judean Conway, Janice Mosley, Marsha Wysinger, Alicia (Roland)Hines.
Family & Friends Be Encouraged Alive in Heart Our Dear Lester, our lives are forever changed now that you are in Heaven, Keeping you alive in heart is all that is left, Despair will not consume us. Your name will continue to grace our lips. Enjoying your favorite movies, meals, and different shades of blue; Embracing good music while singing and dancing at family gatherings; Walking to the nearby pond; Yes, that’s how we will honor your life and feel your presence.
Order of Service
Celebration Memorial Service Saturday, January 23, 2021 10:00 A.M
Harrison’s Memorial Chapel, Inc. 3320 Millbranch Road Memphis, Tennessee 38116
Music Prelude Processional........................................................................................................................Family Prayer of Comfort....................................................................................................Erica Hawkins Scripture Reading: Old & New Testament..................................................................Reverend Tommy Mottley Poem.................................................................................................................Kimberly Hawkins Solo......................................................................................................................Shundreka Jones Words of Comfort........................................................................................................Teri Dockery
Remembering Lester (Respectfully, Two Minutes Please)
Family and Friends of Mr. Lester Mitchell Video Presentation Acknowledgements..............................................................................................Jammie Hawkins Eulogy.....................................................................................................Reverend Tommy Mottley First Gethsemane MBC
Committal Floral Tribute.....................................................................Harrison’s Memorial Chapel,Inc. Staff Recessional “Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the Lord God is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation.” Isaiah 12:2
~Acknowledgements ~
With deep gratitude, we acknowledge each of you for every expression of sympathy rendered during the loss of our dear love one. No words can express how much you have encouraged and strengthened us during such a difficult journey. We are blessed to have so many loved ones who traveled across the world, and each of you warms us. May God keep each of you while through this time of grief. Thank You! Thank you!
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