Calvin Theodore Mitchell, Sr.

Calvin Mitchell, Sr. was born on March 8, 1941, in Williamson County to Curt Ceattle Mitchell and Dorothy Hill. Through this union, 14 children were born.

On October 15, 1961, he married Shirley Jean Calvin at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, and they welcomed three children. He was a deacon of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Thorndale, Texas, under the leadership of the late Rev. Herman Kelly.

Calvin was hardworking, well-known by many, and loved farming and driving trucks. He spent many Sundays taking family and friends to play in softball tournaments in his "Cowboy Boots." He enjoyed going out with family and friends, was very outspoken, and always loved joking with co-workers.

He was employed by Steve’s Store in Thorndale, IGC in Rockdale, and Floyd's Glass Co. in Taylor until his retirement.

Calvin was preceded in death by his parents and 12 siblings: Alvin Mitchell, Milton Mitchell, Curt Mitchell Jr, Willie Mitchell, Marvin Mitchell, Melvin Mitchell, twins (Brother/Sister), Freddie Jean Clay, Robert Mitchell, Lonnie Morris Mitchell, and Doris Mitchell, along with one granddaughter, Felicia Shirdelle Mitchell.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory three children: Calvin T. Mitchell, Jr. (Elouise) of Taylor, Texas; Valerie Hall (Everett Sr.) of Thorndale, Texas; and Stephen L. Mitchell (Lakita) of College Station, Texas. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren: Janice K. Mitchell of Dallas, Texas; Amber L. Mitchell (Jazmine) of Georgetown, Texas; Everett Hall, Jr. (Nina) of Bay City, Texas; Latisha Hall of Thorndale, Texas; Marlene Roberson (Casey) of Fort Worth, Texas; Kierston A. Mitchell of Round Rock, Texas; Stephen Mickale Mitchell of Katy, Texas; Cole M. Mitchell of San Antonio, Texas; Christen M. Mitchell of Huntsville, Texas; and Asten C. Mitchell of Tyler, Texas. Additionally, he is survived by three great-grandchildren: Xander and Nora Roberson of Fort Worth, Texas, and Nathaniel Spohn of Bay City, Texas; one brother, Lois Ray Mitchell of Rockdale, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family wishes to acknowledge with gratitude and appreciation the outpouring of love and support during this time of loss, especially to Pflugerville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Concho Hearts Hospice.

Repast will be held at Senior City Hall in Thorndale following services at Thorndale City Cemetery.