March 30, 2023, the Master gardener Jesus Christ chose another rose, Ms. Brenda Louise Mitchell, to forever bloom in His heavenly garden.

Brenda was born in Norfolk to the late Herbert Mitchell and Evelyn L Mitchell on April 11, 1953. She attended Booker T Washington High School. She began working for St Mary’s Home for Disabled Children and dedicated over 45 years of service as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant. Ms. Brenda was a warm, loving and kind person who adored the children of St Mary’s and loved them as though they were her own. Oftentimes she would take the children home to enjoy family gatherings and birthday parties with her own children. Ms. Brenda could always be found going above and beyond for a those in her life. Her friends were more like family as she practically grew up in the halls of St Mary’s.

Ms. Brenda is predeceased by Herbert Mitchell (Father), Jermaine Mitchell (son), Shelia Mitchell (sister). Ms. Brenda leaves to cherish her memories and mourn her loss, her mother Evelyn L Mitchell, children Tamika Y Hunter, DeShawn L Mitchell, Eddie F Hunter (son in law). Siblings Herbert Mitchell Sr, Kevin Mitchell (Demia Mitchell), Marvin Mitchell Sr, Donald Mitchell Sr. grandchildren: DaShawn Taylor Sr., Jamal Mitchell, Brehona Moore, Jermaya Mitchell Celeste Lynch, great grandchildren Skylar Riley, Shawne Taylor, DaShawn Taylor Jr., Amya Faison, Amani Faison, Amillah Faison.

As difficult as this time is for everyone, her family can find solace in knowing that Brenda loved the Lord and knew that He gave His life for her.