Lynne Mitchell

Lynne Mitchell, age 57, of Boca Raton, Florida went to be with the Lord Wednesday December 1, 2004. Wife and mother extraordinaire she battled Multiple Sclerosis for 35 years, with a positive Christian determination that was an inspiration to many. Born in Cadiz, Ohio 8/18/1947, she graduated from Ohio University, taught grade school, and earned a Masters in Education in Remedial Reading. She was married to her high school sweetheart in 1969, and they moved to Florida in 1973 where they started a family and Lynne spoke for the Christians Women's Clubs around Florida. Lynne is survived by her husband of 35 years John. Two sons and their wives, Kyle and Dawn Mitchell, Ft Lauderdale, Florida and Todd and Jaclyn Mitchell, Troy, Ohio. Mother Gladys Dickey Mattern Reppart and sister Patricia Mattern Rice. She was preceded in death by her father Wilbur (Nemo) Mattern, step-father Thomas Alfred Reppart and sister Jacqueline Mattern Risdon. Interment will be in Cadiz, Ohio following a service at the Presbyterian Church 11:00 AM Saturday, December 4, 2004 and a reception will follow the graveside service at the Presbyterian Church. A Celebration of Lynne's Life will be held at the First United Methodist Church, Boca Raton, 11:00 AM Saturday December 11, 2004. Local arrangements are by Clark-Kirkland Funeral Home, Cadiz, Ohio. Lynne's family and friends were active raising funds for the annual MS Walk. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ft. Lauderdale MS Society, 3201 West Commercial Blvd. Suite 127, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. 33309, in the name of Lynne Mitchell MS Walk Team. The Memorial Guest Book may be signed at www.clark-kirkland.com.

Service

Saturday, December 4, 2004 11:00 AM
Presbyterian Church of Cadiz
154 West Market Street Cadiz 43907, United States