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Mitchem, Carrie H.

Monday, June 13, 2005

Carrie H. Mitchem, 50, of Hopewell, died Monday, June 13, 2005, at her residence. She is the daughter of Henry Hoffman and Effie Teal Hoffman. .Mrs. Mitchem was employed as an Instrumentation Technician with Honeywell. She is survived by her husband, Brett D. Mitchem, a son, Dewey A. Mitchem. Two daughters, Jennifer Collyer of Chester, Laura Drummond of Hampton, a step-son, Brett D. Mitchem, Jr. of Richmond, and a sister Faye Johnson of Bucklin Missouri. The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 16, 2005 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss and Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service. A funeral service will be held Friday, June 17, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. in the Hopewell Chapel. The Rev. Douglas Echols will officiate. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery in Hopewell .Contributions may be made to the Virginia Cancer Institute at 6605 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com

Condolences

Brett, Dewey, Laura and Jennifer,
I am so sorry for your loss. It's not a easy road to travel. It hasen't been a easy road for you all in the past year. Carrie put up a great fight something she was well known for. To me as a kid she was the coolest and to this day she'll be the coolest Aunt anyone could have ever ask for. She was such a strong woman and I have always said I wanted to grow up to be JUST like her. To this day i'm not quite sure if i'm grown or not but if and when that day comes that I decide i'm grown I want to be like her. Growing up every kids has their role model and she was mine and always will be. There was nothing she couldn't accomplish, nothing was to big or to small for her to try. She made a mark in my heart that will stay with me until the day I die. It still seems unreal but at the same time it seems so real. I just want to wake up from my dreams. The dream I've had since the day we lost Grandma. I haven't done it yet, and only added Mama and Carrie to the dream.
To Brett: You will be my Uncle no matter what ever happens. I want you to know that I love you so much and there isn't anything I won't do for you. Like I said before you have my number and i'm just a phone call away.
To Dewey: I didn't get to grow up with you like I did with Laura and Jennifer because you were a late baby. But no matter what I still love you all the same and there isn't anything I wouldn't do for you either. If you ever need to talk or just get away don't forget me because i'll always be here for you.
To Laura: Girl no matter what has went on in our lives, no matter how far away you were, you were still in my thoughts. I'm so glad things have changed and you can be part of my life once again. You'll always be my biggest sister and I love you for that. You have been here for me when I needed a shoulder to cry on and so now I want you to know i'm here for you. Like I say you have my number and i'm a phone call away.
To Jennifer: Last but definatly not least you will always be my sister too. We have gotten so close over the years since we have "kinda sorta grown up". Everyday that goes by and I haven't heard from you I worry about you. You'll never, ever even know how much you mean to me and I'm sorry for your pain. I wish I could take it from you. I know it's a pain only you can deal with now but i'll be there for you just like I will Laura, just a phone call away. Some days it may seem like it's getting easier only to have a set back the very next day and it'll seem harder than before. Remember that I was once in the position you are in right now and I made it and so can you.
I LOVE EVERYONE OF YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!

Posted by: Wendy, David, Justin, Josh, & Jaz McDowell at June 23, 2005 10:43 AM

Faye & Family...We were so very sorry to hear of Carrie's passing. We have prayed for your strength during her illness and now pray for your safe travels and this sad time with your loved ones. May the days ahead hold precious thoughts & memories. I John 5:13 With love from The Casady's & Ruth

Posted by: Philip, Aleta, & Ruth at June 19, 2005 06:50 PM

Posted by: Philip, Aleta, & Ruth at June 19, 2005 06:49 PM

Your are in our thoughts and prayers. With Sincere Sympathy, Doug, Lisa, Broc, Marc & Lexi Finney, Bucklin, MO

Posted by: Lisa at June 18, 2005 10:59 AM

Brett, Dewey, and Laura:

You guys know just as well as I do that mama was a person that can never be replaced in our hearts. She was truly my best friend, and we were all lucky to have known her. I love you guys more than anything in this world, and it is up to us to make sure that she is remembered for her spirit and the fight that she put up this year. Just know that I am always hear for all of you; through thick and thin, we have remained a family and I love you even more for that.

Love,
Jennifer

Posted by: Jennifer Collyer at June 17, 2005 11:35 PM

With Deepest Sympathy to you. Carrie will be greatly missed by you all. She was a wonderful person. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you,
Lori, Todd, Gracyn & Cyrus Hanson, Bucklin, MO

Posted by: Lori at June 17, 2005 09:58 AM

Jennifer & Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I will be praying for you. If there is anything J.D. and I can do please do not hesitate to ask. Jen, although I never met your mom I truly understand this journey you have been on with her. I am going on the same journey with my mother as she has breast cancer. God bless you and your family. Remember God and he will give you rest and the peace you need. Give him all your burdens, that is what he is there for. He will see you all through this.

Love,

J.D., Kelly, Amanda & Caroline Hendrick

Posted by: Kelly Hendrick at June 15, 2005 12:49 PM

Daddy, Jennifer, & Dewey:
I just wanted each of you to know that I love you dearly. Mama was such a strong person that we cherish deeply. She may not be here in person but she will always be here in our hearts. There are so many things that I can say about Mama but you already know them. She was the best mother that anyone could ever ask for. I know that we will be there for each other and I love each of you so much. I would give anything to talk to her one more time.
Love always!
Laura

Posted by: Laura Drummond at June 15, 2005 12:46 PM

Brett, although we have never met personally, you and I have talked over the phone on a couple of occasions. I can only imagine your pain. Carrie was truly a sweet person to know, heart of gold!
Faith and trust in God will see you and the family through this time of bereavement.
God bless all of you.

Posted by: Juanita Washington / Honeywell at June 15, 2005 02:17 AM

Our thoughts & prayers continue to be with each of you in the days ahead.
Love & God bless,
Bob, Lori & Nathan

Posted by: The Davis Family at June 14, 2005 11:50 PM

Our Love and Prayers surround you!
God Bless You!

Posted by: Phillip, Karen, Adam and Dane at June 14, 2005 06:52 PM

Faye, Kelsey and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you here at Bucklin. May god be with you and comfort you.

Greg & Becky Noah
April Noah & Adam Wood

Posted by: Becky Noah at June 14, 2005 04:54 PM

Brett and Children,

I am very sorry for your loss. I am a cousin of Carrie's. Her Grandmother Aline Brock Teal and my father Walter Jackson Brock are brother and sister. Her mother and I are first cousins.

Patsy

Posted by: Patsy Brock Leviner at June 14, 2005 03:07 PM

Our love and sympathy from Missouri Friends.

Posted by: Carole and Larry Kinnison at June 14, 2005 02:37 PM

Brett, so sorry to hear about Carrie. I know she will be greatly missed.

Posted by: Linda Moore at June 14, 2005 11:30 AM

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