Erma Lee Mitchell

Erma Lee Mitchell obituary, Cedar Hill, TX

Erma Lee Mitchell

Erma Mitchell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sacred Funeral Home on Jul. 15, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Erma Lee Davis-Mitchell, of Lancaster, Texas, affectionally known as "Red", was born on March 31, 1935, in Kerens, Texas. She was the only child born to the union of Hubert Homer and Emma Louise Williams. Erma accepted Christ at an early age at 20th and Birch Church of Christ in Lubbock, Texas.
Erma graduated with a GED from Dallas Independent School District. After graduation, Erma met and married Marvin Curry, who preceded her in death, and to their union one child was born, Venita Pettus, who also preceded her in death. In 1954, she met and married the love of her life, Francisco B. Obera 11, who preceded her in death and from this union two children were born: Francisco B. Obera 111 and Christopher P. Obera.
In 1971, Erma met and married Samuel Mitchell, who preceded her in death.
Erma graduated from a pilot program in dry cleaning in 1967. She worked in the dry-cleaning industry for many years. She was employed by Timber Lawn Mental Health facility and served as a Mental Health technician for more than 16 years. She was also employed by Parkland Hospital as a nursing assistant for several years. Her latest job before retirement was working for Home Instead as a caregiver.
Her memories will be survived and cherished by her two children, Francisco B. Obera 111 (Debra Obera), Christopher P. Obera (Vivian Obera); grandchildren, Marlo Obera, Francis Obera, Christopher Brown Obera, Christopher Obera11, Charletta Obera, Brayden Obera and Christa Obera: great-grandchildren: great-great-grandchildren and a host of cousins, extended family and friends.
To send flowers
to the family or plant a tree
in memory of Erma Lee Mitchell, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Erma's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Erma Mitchell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Erma Mitchell's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?