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Mary Mitchell Obituary

Mary Eloise Mitchell passed away on January 1, 2013 in Colorado Springs at the age of 79. She was born September 1, 1933 in Newbern, VA to Paris and Nannie Kate (Williams) Collins. She married the love of her life Benjamin R. on May 1, 1955. Mary was a long time Security resident and worked for 17 yrs. for Walter Drake and Sons in Colorado Springs. She was very active in her community, volunteering her time and her hospitality to many groups and organizations throughout Colorado Springs. Mary was always trying to drive her clubs and groups to be the best they can be and always doing it with no hesitation and always a smile. She was a member of VFW Auxiliary #3917; T.R.E.A. Auxiliary; Beta Sigma Phi Sorority; Sertoma (Kit Carson); Fountain Valley Lions and a longtime member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Security. Mary has always been very active and excited to be a part of her grandchildren's lives. She is survived by her sons Terry Wayne, Paul (Deborah), Randy (Irina), also by her four grandchildren, Benjamin, Sarah, Oksana, and Stas. She was preceded in death by her parents Paris and Nannie Kate Collins and her husband Benjamin, and two brothers James and Jr. Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday January 5th at Good Shepherd United Mehtodist Church 1201 Leta Dr. Security, CO 80911. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to either T.R.E.A Scholorship Fund or the Fountain Valley Senior Center.

Published by The Gazette from Jan. 3 to Jan. 5, 2013.
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I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Eloise's passing. I tried to reach her just before Christmas but just left a message. I know she will be missed by many. I am glad we had some time together this summer.

Nancy Sinderman

January 8, 2013

Alex Parra sends his prayers and love. Maria Zakrzewski for Alex.

Maria zakrzewski

January 6, 2013

I grew up with Mrs Mitchell. We were neighbors and my parents were friends with her and Ben. I later worked with her at Walter Drake. She was one of the sweetest ladies. She did a lot for many and gave a lot of her time. I will always have special memories of her and her family. My thoughts and prayers go out to Randy, Paul and Terry.

Tina Berkhoff Capre

January 6, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of my dear friend, Mary's passing. She & I shared many good times at The Retired Enlisted Assoc. working the Snack Bar in the bingo hall. She was a kind and caring lady and a joy to be around. God rest her soul.

Marie Peterson

January 5, 2013

The family sends its warm wishes and appreciation to all those who have written and to the 203 people who attended today's memorial.

Randy Mitchell

January 5, 2013

She will be so missed at Senior Center. Alex Parra is in CA for younger sister funeral and sorry cannot attend. Prayers & deepest sympathy to family. Alex P. and Maria Zakrzewski

MARIA ZAKRZEWSKI

January 5, 2013

January 3, 2013

We at the Fountain Valley Senior Center will miss Mary dearly. Our prayers go out to the family.

Diana Spriggs

January 3, 2013

Dear Family of Mary, I saw Mary at the last Walter Drake Luncheon. In fact, she drove me there. I was happy to connect wth her again after all these yrs. She got me into Walter Drake, the VFW and bingo. She was a gung-ho Lady. Love you Mary and will miss you. Laurie

Laurie Geers

January 3, 2013

So sorry to learn of Mary Eloise's passing. I had just received a lovely Christmas card from her and enjoyed a special time with her in July at the Mitchell Family Renuion in Pulaski, Virginia. Love and prayers, Hilda and Ralph Hall, Columbia, SC.

Hilda Rigney Hall

January 3, 2013

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