Elizabeth Faye Mitchell

Elizabeth “Faye” Harrell Mitchell, 79, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2026. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend whose life was marked by unwavering faith, deep love for her family, and a kind spirit that touched all who knew her.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Joyner’s Funeral Home in Wilson. Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park. Rev. Steve Strickland and Danny Harris will officiate. The family will receive friends Thursday evening, June 4, 2026, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home.

Faye was deeply loved by her family and friends and will be remembered for her steadfast faith in God, her unconditional love, and the encouragement she gave to those around her. Her life reflected grace, devotion, and strength, and her legacy will live on through the children. family she cherished so deeply, and anyone who had the pleasure of meeting her.

She is survived by her children, Michael Jones (Tracey), Cheryl Lyons (Andy), Dwayne Jones (Brenda), Charlotte Beck, Richard Mitchell, Al Mitchell Jr. (Tracy), and Elizabeth Dawson (Tony); sixteen grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; her sister, Linda Mercer (Windy); numerous loving nieces and nephews; and her cherished fur grandbaby, Bella.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, A. Lane Mitchell, parents, Kinchen and Marjorie Harrell; her brothers, Danny Harrell, Paul Harrell, and Rodney Harrell; her son-in-law, Michael Beck, and her grandson, Seth Rothrock.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.