Lottie Wilson Mitchell

Lottie Wilson Mitchell, age 89, of Scottsboro, Alabama, a devoted servant of God and beloved wife, mother and friend, joined the church triumphant and the communion of saints on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 surrounded by her loving family and the compassionate staff of Emory University Hospital. A visionary for God’s kingdom on earth, Lottie strived each day to “do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with God” (Micah 6:8). Lottie is survived by her loving husband of 25 years – James Mitchell of Scottsboro; her children – Thomas (Wanda) Wilson, Diane (Roger) Widgeon both of Scottsboro; Michael B. (Lisa) Wilson of Nashville/Atlanta; stepchildren – Larry (Nancy) Mitchell of North Carolina, Connie (Henry) King of Grant, Darlene Ingram of Toney, Paulette Wright of Grant and Lisa Mitchell of Pisgah. She had seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren as well as ten step-grandchildren and 20 step great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Lottie had many special friends including Brenda Walls, Ann Adkins and Brenda Brandon. She was preceded in death by her parents – Lizzie & Miller Potter; her first husband of 33 years – C.W. (Bill) Wilson; their infant daughter – Mary; three sisters; three brothers; one step son – Ronald Mitchell and one step great grandchild. Mrs. Mitchell was a lifelong resident of Jackson County, a Benham Mills operator for 31 years, a Hammers retail store clerk and a Scottsboro High School employee. She also created arts & crafts and was an active community volunteer. Lottie was a founding Charter Member of the first Scottsboro Church of God in 1940 and was the last surviving charter member. She initiated many mission projects at Faith Covenant Church of God including the annual Thanksgiving Celebration for the ARC of Jackson County for the past nine years. She coordinated the establishment of the church prayer garden and started the church thrift store. She was an active volunteer with the Scottsboro Senior Center, ACS Relay for Life, the Senior Olympics and as well as many community fundraisers. On any given day, one could find Lottie gathering groceries and clothing for those in need, or baking her famous banana pudding. She will be sorely missed by her family, friends and the community at large. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 2:00pm at the Faith Covenant Church of God with Rev. Brett Hogland & Rev. Harl Skipper officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 4, 2013 at the Scottsboro Funeral Home from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Mrs. Mitchell will also lie in state at the Faith Covenant Church of God from 12:00 noon until time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the ARC of Jackson County, 180 Mack Morris Drive, Scottsboro, AL 35769 or to the Faith Covenant Church of God, 1510 County Park Road, Scottsboro, Alabama 35769.