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Obituary For William Rayford Mitchell
William Rayford Mitchell 67, of New York Ave., Martinsville, VA, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Saturday, July 9, 2022. He was born April 14, 1955, in Virginia, the son of Tommy Joe Mitchell and Inez Penn Mitchell who preceded him in death.
In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his brother, Joseph A. Mitchell.
At young age, Rayford as he was affectionately called, was baptized at St. Paul High Street Missionary Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Martinsville High School. Rayford loved to play softball where he played on the High Street Baptist Church softball team, Tultex softball team, and Dubois All Star Team. Rayford was one of the best pool shooters in Martinsville. He was an avid fisher. He worked at Martin Processing and the Community Market before becoming disabled.
Those left to cherish his memory include: one sister, Constance (Clay) Gravely of Martinsville, VA; Five brothers, Thomas G. Mitchell, Frederick (Joyce) Mitchell, Larry L. Mitchell, and Timothy A. Mitchell all of Martinsville, VA, and Marcus A. Mitchell of Roanoke, VA; two special aunts, Virginia (Richard) Burnette, and Wanda Breeden both of Richmond, VA; special friend, Shelia Divens of Martinsville, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 14, 2022, at 11 a.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Reverend F. Dion Noel, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 1310 Carver Rd., Martinsville, VA. Viewing will be held on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing is required.
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Arrangements are entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home.
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Sending prayers and condolences to the Mitchell Family. Rayford was a classmate and he will be missed. Comfort to you all by the mighty hands of Our Savior Jesus Christ. Sheila Turner
To the entire Mitchell Family: It saddened me to hear of Rayford's passing. He was one of the nicest and kindest people that you'd ever meet. I pray that the peace of God will keep each of you close as you go through this healing process. May God bless you all Barbara Jamison
Our condolences and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. Peter and Willie Mae Harris
My condolences go out to all of Rayford's Family and Friends during your time of loss. I was saddened to see of Rayford's passing. It had been years since I saw him but we had worked together at Martin Processing. Rayford was such a pleasure to work with. Patsy Snyder
To the Family: We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Rayford. He was a good friend to our family. We pray that our Heavenly Father will extend to you all the Love, Comfort and Peace that you will need to sustain you in the days to come. Know that others care and share in your loss. Blessings to you all. Ramona, Roy, Ramon, and Ronald Hairston
To my Uncle Greg and the rest of the MitchelI family I pray for comfort during your time of grief.
Shana DeShazo
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