Mitchell retired after driving trucks for many years.
He was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his daughter, Mitzi Marie (David) Brown; grandchildren: Christopher Charles (Naomi) Knight and Lindsay Marie Brown; several great grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Janelle Hastings, who was a tremendous help and caregiver during his illness.
Mitchell is preceded in death by his parents, John Seth Knight Sr. and Darra Mae Knight; wife, Sharon Marie Knight; son, Christopher Mitchell Knight; and brothers: John Seth Knight Jr., Milborn Blaine Knight, and Jessie Luther Knight.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at 3:30pm at Jackson’s Chapel Cemetery. The family requests that casual wear be worn to the service.
Kiser-Rose Hill Funeral home is in charge of arrangements.