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1934 Kenneth 2021

Kenneth Mitchell "Chug"

January 19, 1934 — June 24, 2021

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Kenneth L. Mitchell “chug” passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 24th, 2021.  Beloved husband of 67 years to Barbara E. Mitchell (née Womble); loving father of Bridget (Jim) Callahan, Karen (Mark) Baxter, retired SMsGT USAF Kenneth C. Mitchell, St. Louis Firefighter, John (Elaine) Mitchell; adoring grandfather of nine, and great grandfather of seventeen.  Our dearest brother, uncle, great uncle, and dear friend to many.

Kenneth was born in Morehouse, Missouri, and graduated from McKinnley High School.  He served in the 82nd Airborne U.S Army and was a fan of all sports and outdoor activities.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents Earl and Bertha Mitchell, brothers Charles, WWII veteran, Floyd, killed in action WWII 1945, Melvin, WWII veteran, Jack, WWII veteran, sisters Audrey and Joyce.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 1, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until services @ 11:30 a.m. at John L. Ziegenhein South County Chapel.  In lieu of flowers contributions to Backstoppers appreciated

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Service Schedule

Past Services

Visitation

Thursday, July 1, 2021

9:30 - 11:30 am (Eastern time)

John L. Ziegenhein & Sons South County

4830 Lemay Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63129

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Funeral Service

Thursday, July 1, 2021

Starts at 11:30 am (Eastern time)

John L. Ziegenhein & Sons South County

4830 Lemay Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63129

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Committal

Thursday, July 1, 2021

Starts at 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery

2900 Sheridan Rd, St. Louis, MO 63125

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