Henry "Mike" Mitchell

1945 ~ 2025

Date of Death: September 30, 2025

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In profound sadness, the staff of Veasley Funeral Home & Cremations, Inc. want to express our sincere condolences to the Mitchell Family. Henry's earthly temple is now resting in the care of Veasley Funeral Home. Revelations 21:4 says, "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death; nor sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain, for the former things are passed away." Be assured that in the days ahead you will surely gain strength from the memories of Henry "Mike" Mitchell.

Sincerely,

Derrick Veasley ~ Director

Henry Veasley ~ Director

Pastor E.C. Maltbia ~ Chaplain

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Henry “Mike” Cephus Mitchell, age 79, of Conway, Arkansas, was called home to be with the Lord on September 30, 2025. Born on November 21, 1945, to the late Lee Andrew Mitchell and Ruth Mae Mitchell, Mike was the seventh child out of their 12 children. He joined Ebenezer Methodist Church at a young age, where his faith began to flourish. A proud alumnus of Pine Street High School, Mike was a member of the football team. Beyond athletics, he nurtured a lifelong passion for art, attending art school to further develop his craft. He spent countless hours drawing and sketching.

Shortly after graduating from high school, Mike embraced fatherhood with the birth of his first son, Henry M. Mitchell Jr., born to Gloria Owens. In 1966, Mike married Bennie Louise Nelson, beginning a new chapter in his life. In that unity, Tarz, Tara, and Katina were born. Mike would take on any job to support his family including, welder, high school basketball trainer,  janitor and driving commercial trucks, later in life he proudly boasted about working at the shoe repair shop. Mike and Bennie divorced in 1973 . Throughout his life, Mike faced several mental health challenges, yet his resilience and enduring love never wavered. In later years, after reconnecting with his children, it became clear to them just how deeply he cared. Mike was known for his warm spirit and ability to connect with people from all walks of life. He cultivated many friendships over the years, each one a testament to his kindness and sincerity. Mike was straightforward and would tell you exactly how he felt. In his later years, he found comfort and community in his new church home, St. James CME, where he became a devoted member and had many conversations with his pastor forming meaningful relationships and deepening his faith. 

Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Lee Andrew, and Ruth Mae Mitchell: sisters; Dr. Jaime Virginia Mitchell, Willie Ruth Glover, brothers; Oliver Wayne Mitchell, Floyd Mitchell, Elvin Mitchell, Prince Mitchell, Charles Mitchell and grandchildren; Teanna Hayes Mitchell, Rod Finley and Derek Pinkins.

Henry (Mike) Mitchell leaves to cherish his memory, 2 sons; Henry M. Mitchell Jr. (Deborah) of Los Angeles, California, Tarz Mitchell of Fayetteville, Georgia; 2 daughters; Tara Pinkins (Eric) of Stockbridge, Georgia, Katina Marshall of Hampton, Georgia. He also leaves behind three sisters; Dorothy Grey of Columbus, Ohio, Louise Jones of Corona, California, Nellie(Theopris) Moore of Little Rock, Arkansas and, 2 brothers Lee A. Mitchell Jr. of Fulton, California, Dr. Louis(Vallary) C. Mitchell of Marianna, Arkansas, as well as 17 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Celebration of life service will be held Friday, October 17, 2025, 11:00am at St. James CME Church, 1304 Markham St, Conway, AR 72032.

Committal service and final resting place will be held at Robinson Cemetery, Conway, Arkansas.