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He was born November 18, 1943 in Byrdstown, TN to Willard Mitchell and Ruth (Smith) Mitchell. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Army, a member of Grace Church in Franklin, TN and a former employee at Nashville Electric Service.
Wendell was survived by (2) daughters: Lisa Mitchell Foster and husband: Ron, Karen Mitchell Horton and husband: Harwell; (2) grandchildren: Zoe Foster and Riggs Horton; (1) sister: Linda Adams; (1) brother: Kendell Mitchell and wife: Marietta. Also survived by other family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Willard and Ruth Mitchell; brother-in-law: Dr. Myron John 'Mike' Adams III.
Graveside services were held Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM from Smyrna Cemetery with Bill Sasser officiating. The burial was in Smyrna Cemetery.
Memorial services will be held Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. from Grace Church in Franklin, TN.
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Gary and Donna Davis
August 1, 2025
Condolences to Wendell's family from friends Gary and Donna Davis.
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