In loving memory of

Henry Jacob Mitchell Jr.
September 1, 2020 - April 12, 2020

Henry Jacob Mitchell Jr., age 91, of Washington passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his home.


 


Henry was born on July 28, 1928 in Louisville, Kentucky to Henry Jacob and Lillie Mae (Weis) Mitchell Sr. Henry married Suzanne Marie Spindler on June 8, 1957. He retired from Crane December 31, 1985. Henry was a Korean War Veteran. He received an Electrical Engineering degree from University of Evansville. Henry was an active member of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church, 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, Brute’ Society, charter member of the Catholic Education Endowment and a supporter of Right to Life.


 


He is survived by his son Michael James and wife Molly Mitchell of Washington; daughter Barbara Jean and husband Randy Emmons of Washington; sister Elise O’Bryan of Evansville; grandchildren Sarah Mitchell Hopf, Matthew Mitchell, Luke Mitchell, Jonathan Mitchell, Hannah Freyberger, Tim Emmons, Ryan Emmons and April Emmons and 18 great-grandchildren.


 


He is preceded in death by his wife Suzanne Mitchell who died December 26, 2014; his parents and brother Louis Mitchell.


 


A private service will be held.


 


Memorial Donations may be given to Washington Catholic Education Endowment, P.O. Box 916, Washington, Indiana 47501 and Daviess County Right to Life, P.O. Box 41, Washington, Indiana 47501.


 


Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com. All arrangements were entrusted to Ed Lee Mortuary.

Tributes

Dane Mosby wrote on Apr 21, 2020:

"Sorry for you're loss"

Dan DeLaurentis wrote on Apr 17, 2020:

"My condolences to the Mitchell family. While I never met Henry, I have come to have a deep friendship with his son Mike who is simply an outstanding person. Since the "apple does not fall far from the tree", I know Henry was likewise. RIP. - Dan DeLaurentis"

Dennis and Mary Bradley wrote on Apr 16, 2020:

"Mike, Barbara and families, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Both of your parents were good and holy people. Hank and Sue were great parishioners and WC supporters. I don't recall him ever saying an unkind word about anyone or anyone. You have our deepest sympathy. I know from experience that no matter the circumstance it is difficult when parents pass away. Again deepest sympathies."

Bob Osmon wrote on Apr 14, 2020:

"My sincere sympathies to the families for your loss. Hank was a great neighbor and an even better person. As my late father would say, "We lost a good one.""

Alan and Anne Lottes wrote on Apr 14, 2020:

"Mike and Barbara so sorry to hear about your Dad. Your parents were GREAT people - Many, Many years ago when we came to Washington your parents were the first person we meet, as you know we were neighbors. Hank and Sue will always be in our heart, we extend our sympathy for your loss."