Vickie Mitchell

Funeral services for Vickie Mitchell, of Powderly, Texas, were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Rufe Cemetery Pavilion. Vickie passed away March 10, 2024, at the age of 69.

Vickie Lou Mitchell was born on Sept. 2, 1954 in Merced, Calif., the daughter of Vance Petty and Lurene (Upton) Petty. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vance and Lurene Petty; son, Shawn Lee Mitchell and sisters: Edith Threet, Eunice Woods and Alice Piercy.

Vickie was a resident of Powderly, Texas, but lived in the Valliant area most of her life. She went to Valliant High School and attended college in Dallas. After high school, Vickie raised her two children, Shawn and Lilian, and started her career in accounting and HR in the construction industry. Vickie married the love of her life, Charles, on June 1, 1970 in Valliant. She enjoyed raising a garden and working in her flower gardens. Most of all Vickie loved her family and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Vickie will be truly missed by her family and loved ones.

Vickie is survived by her husband, Charles Mitchell of Powderly, Texas; daughter, Lilian Mitchell of Powderly; a granddaughter, two great-grandchildren; sisters: Pam Hess of Valliant, Okla., and Linda Graham of Seagoville, Texas, along with a host of other family, friends and loved ones. Interment followed the service at Rufe Cemetery with Bro. Eddie Lane officiating, under the direction of Miller & Miller Funeral Home.