Obituary for Dennis Leonorris Mitchell
A beautiful and Christian life came to a close on Saturday, February 15, 2020.
Mr. Dennis Leonorris Mitchell, known to everyone as “Chickenman,” son of the late David Mitchell and Leatta Christopher Day, was born on April 18, 1949 in Chester, FL.
Dennis attended the public schools of Nassau County, graduating from Peck High School in 1968. In high school, Dennis was the #1 punter for the football team and was considered a “Star Athlete.” After graduating from High School, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he served 3 years and did 2 tours to Vietnam. Touring over in Vietnam is where he assumed the name, “Chickenman.” Returning home from the military, Dennis worked on many jobs. He worked at the Pogy Plant in the mid to late 60’s, worked on the shrimp/fishing boats, and also worked in construction at Container Mill. Dennis later became employed at PCA Box Plant in Jacksonville, FL, from where he retired in 2010.
Dennis enjoyed and loved bowling in his spare time. On Saturday’s, he enjoyed going to the Yulee Bowling Alley where he taught the Yulee Strikers & Youth League the fundaments of bowling.
At an early age, Dennis accepted the Lord as his personal Savior. Dennis attended Elm Street Church of God and later joined Chester Church of God with his mother, where he served as a Deacon and worked in many other areas in the church.
In 1978, Dennis married Cassandra Pinkney, in St. Mary’s GA. To this union, one child, a daughter, “Ulysessia, daddy’s little girl,” was born.
Dennis was preceded in death by his wife, Cassandra, and two brothers, Frank Christopher and David Mitchell.
He leaves to mourn a loving daughter, Ulysessia and two beautiful grandsons, Marley and Mikell; five brothers: Tommy L. Mitchell (Gladys), Savannah, GA, Charles L. Mitchell (Grace), Fernandina Beach, FL, Reginald (R.L) Mitchell, Columbia, SC, Glynn B. Mitchell (Lovey), Yulee, FL, and Kenneth Mitchell, Yulee, FL; a host of nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; two godchildren, Petrina Way and Sherrica Mitchell; many cousins and admiring friends.
The funeral service for Dennis Leonorris Mitchell will be held 2 PM, Saturday, February 22nd, 2020 at the Elm Street Church of God 502 S 11th St Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. The visitation will be 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Friday, February 21st, 2020 at the Chester Church of God 96984 Blackrock Rd Yulee, Florida 32097. Interment in Jacksonville National Cemetery. Please sign the family guest book and view the video tribute @ www.tswarden.com. Arrangements in care of Tyrone S. Warden, FDIC, 4315 N. Main Street, 765-1234
Mr. Dennis Leonorris Mitchell, known to everyone as “Chickenman,” son of the late David Mitchell and Leatta Christopher Day, was born on April 18, 1949 in Chester, FL.
Dennis attended the public schools of Nassau County, graduating from Peck High School in 1968. In high school, Dennis was the #1 punter for the football team and was considered a “Star Athlete.” After graduating from High School, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he served 3 years and did 2 tours to Vietnam. Touring over in Vietnam is where he assumed the name, “Chickenman.” Returning home from the military, Dennis worked on many jobs. He worked at the Pogy Plant in the mid to late 60’s, worked on the shrimp/fishing boats, and also worked in construction at Container Mill. Dennis later became employed at PCA Box Plant in Jacksonville, FL, from where he retired in 2010.
Dennis enjoyed and loved bowling in his spare time. On Saturday’s, he enjoyed going to the Yulee Bowling Alley where he taught the Yulee Strikers & Youth League the fundaments of bowling.
At an early age, Dennis accepted the Lord as his personal Savior. Dennis attended Elm Street Church of God and later joined Chester Church of God with his mother, where he served as a Deacon and worked in many other areas in the church.
In 1978, Dennis married Cassandra Pinkney, in St. Mary’s GA. To this union, one child, a daughter, “Ulysessia, daddy’s little girl,” was born.
Dennis was preceded in death by his wife, Cassandra, and two brothers, Frank Christopher and David Mitchell.
He leaves to mourn a loving daughter, Ulysessia and two beautiful grandsons, Marley and Mikell; five brothers: Tommy L. Mitchell (Gladys), Savannah, GA, Charles L. Mitchell (Grace), Fernandina Beach, FL, Reginald (R.L) Mitchell, Columbia, SC, Glynn B. Mitchell (Lovey), Yulee, FL, and Kenneth Mitchell, Yulee, FL; a host of nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; two godchildren, Petrina Way and Sherrica Mitchell; many cousins and admiring friends.
The funeral service for Dennis Leonorris Mitchell will be held 2 PM, Saturday, February 22nd, 2020 at the Elm Street Church of God 502 S 11th St Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. The visitation will be 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Friday, February 21st, 2020 at the Chester Church of God 96984 Blackrock Rd Yulee, Florida 32097. Interment in Jacksonville National Cemetery. Please sign the family guest book and view the video tribute @ www.tswarden.com. Arrangements in care of Tyrone S. Warden, FDIC, 4315 N. Main Street, 765-1234