Frances "Jean" Eugenia Taylor Mitchell

March 27, 1938 - April 19, 2020

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Frances E. "Jean" Mitchell, lifelong resident of Greenville, died suddenly on April 19, 2020. She was 82.

Jean graduated from Greenville Senior High School and began her career working for Mills Steele Studios as a model and assistant. Not long after graduation, she was introduced to an Air Force mechanic named Charles “Charlie” J. (who she lovingly referred to as “Johnny”) Mitchell and they married shortly thereafter, a marriage lasting over 58 years!

After raising four children she went back to work at K-Mart and subsequently Home Depot before retiring in 2013. Jean and Johnny traveled the United States thousands of miles every year with their dog seeing every sight there was to see, really, we literally have 1 million pictures to prove it. She loved flowers, lighthouses, old barns, reading, painting and being with her family. Her heart was pure love and peace and everyone who had the pleasure of being around her felt every bit of her love for them.

Mrs. Mitchell was preceded in death by her father William J. Taylor, her mother, Mildred Gray Taylor Peden and her husband, Charles “Charlie” J. “Johnny” Mitchell

She is survived by her siblings, Robert “Butch” Taylor, John Peden and Frances Peden, her children Sheen M. Mitchell, Ann (Tony) Pitman, Glynnis M. (John) Judy, and Charles J. “Charlie” (Carmen) Mitchell, Jr.; five grandchildren, Ariel J. Pitman and her fiancé Alex J. Sparra, Tyler M. (Jodie) Mitchell, Austin H. Mitchell, John J. “Jake” Judy, Samuel M. Judy; and one great grandchild, Ellery Jo Mitchell.

Many thanks to those who touched her life over the years with their love and support. You know who you are and how much you meant to her.

Due to the current pandemic situation, there will be a private, immediate family service only. A private graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at Graceland East Memorial Park at 3:00 p.m. Those wishing to show support are welcome to attend the graveside service, but must remain in their cars per current guidelines.

To the friends and relatives of Jean, the body will lie in state on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown for those that wish to come in to view Jean and sign the register book.

A public memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mom loved flowers, but she also loved her church. Memorials can be made to Living Hope Presbyterian Church, 318 Hillcrest Drive, Greer, SC 29651.

Jean’s family encourages those at home to share your condolences on her obituary tribute wall or to send a “Hug from Home”

Frances E. "Jean" Mitchell, lifelong resident of Greenville, died suddenly on April 19, 2020. She was 82. Jean graduated from Greenville Senior High School and began her career working for Mills Steele Studios as a model and assistant. Not long after graduation, she was introduced to an Air Force mechanic named Charles “Charlie” J. (whoContinue Reading

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To the family of Frances Mitchell, We extend our deepest sympathy to you. Roland had the pleasure of working with "Gene" at the Kmart on Wade Hampton. She was such a lovely lady and will certainly be missed by all who knew her.
With our thoughts and prayers,
Evangeline and Roland Wilbanks

Glynnis, we were so sorry to hear about your mom. We loved spending time with her especially at Christmas. She was a beautiful person inside and out. Our love and prayers are with you.

In love and sympathy,
Rick & Debra Nash

What a beautiful and kind woman who left a legacy of a beautiful family. I have felt like a part of this family for almost 40 years. I love you all and would be there if I could. Much love and prayers.

Sheen,
I am so sorry for your great loss. Your mother sounds like a wonderful person in fact she sounds like you. Some people touch your heart in special ways that are difficult to express , but last a life time. It seems that In your family these traits are hereditary . I love you and I’m thinking of you and your precious family during this difficult time. Much love your Friend Tommy Carlton

Sorry for your loss beautiful mother my heart goes out to Sheen and her family love you.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Glynnis, we are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful, kind and witty mom.
This is such a difficult time for you and your family, know we love you, are here for you, and thinking about you all.

Love,
Randy, Kim and Jamison Judy

Your Mama and Daddy were a wonderful couple, so kind and loving. One of our favorite couples at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. We were blessed to know them. Praying for you and your family. Mike and Jenny Boling

To the Family I can’t come to be there like I want but in Spirit I’m with my friend Sheen. Your mother I met once and it seems like forever. She was everything you had shared with me. Rest on and one day we will meet again. From Jackie Horn Thomas from TyTy Ga. Sheen Queen sent her Condolences to your Family. Her family also going a great loss of her sister in Fitzgerald Ga. Love You Sheen

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.