Ethella 'Jean' Lloyd Mitchell

Ethella 'Jean' Lloyd Mitchell, passed away on May 28, 2024 in Jay, Oklahoma at the age of 78. Jean was a beloved member of the community, known for her kind heart and generous spirit. Jean was born in Pittsburg, Kansas on July 14, 1945 to Francis J. and Angeline (Montee) Meiers. She was a proud graduate of St. Mary’s Colgan Catholic School in Pittsburg. She resided in Kansas and Texas for the first few decades of her life, before making Grove her home in 1984. She was a strong lady of outstanding character and a true entrepreneur who was never afraid of hard work. Jean was the proud owner of her own housekeeping business, where she worked tirelessly to ensure that her clients had clean and welcoming homes. In addition to her work, Jean was actively involved in the Delaware County VFW Post 2592 Auxiliary in Bernice, Oklahoma, serving in several positions on the Board as well as many years as President, dedicating her time to helping veterans and their families as well as area families in need. During her decades there, she was instrumental in organizing many events as well as heading up the Patriot’s Pen and the Voice of Democracy Essay programs for local students who competed to earn awards and scholarships. Her numerous accomplishments and awards were a source of great honor for her as well as the Post and Auxiliary. One of Jean's greatest accomplishments was raising her four children, whom she loved dearly and supported in all their endeavors. She was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need, whether it was through her business or volunteering in her community. Underprivileged children became her focus, and in 2003 she recognized a community need, and organized the first Christmas toy drive in the area, making a name for herself in the process, and appropriately named it the ‘JL Toy Run’. Being a motorcycle enthusiast herself, she plunged right in. The event became an annual event for well over a decade with 100+ motorcyclists in attendance each year, providing toys, clothing, and food for hundreds of local deserving children, making their Christmases brighter. Jean enjoyed entertaining and holding all kinds of activities, cooking delicious meals, going for motorcycle rides, and spending time with her family and many friends. She delighted in collecting Santas, and was known for her impeccable organizational skills, energetic nature, and her never-fear attitude. She was a lady in every sense of the word who had a passion for people and made many lasting friendships along the way. Jean will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched. May she rest in peace knowing that she made a positive impact on the world around her. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers: Francis Meiers, Jr. and Edward Meiers; 3 grandsons, Trenton Munger, William Patton and Cody Sluder; niece Chasity Ann Scholes, and bonus brother David Clay. Left to cherish her memory; her children Timothy D. Munger (Rebecca) of Pittsburg, Kansas, Steven L. Munger of Vinita, Oklahoma, Mariea L. Patton of Grove, Oklahoma, and James L. Munger (Melissa) of Pittsburg, Kansas; sister Angela Weir Albert) of Mulberry, Kansas; husband Ernie Mitchell of Grove, Oklahoma; bonus children Gayle Clarke-Groene (Robert), Shelly Clark Routen, Travis Clark; bonus sister Bonnie Clay Jones (Neil), of Olathe, Kansas; 18 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family and a multitude of friends. Memorial Services for Jean will be held at 1 pm on Friday, June 7, 2024 at Nichols-Stephens Funeral Chapel in Grove, Oklahoma. There will be a motorcycle procession beginning at the Bernice VFW Post 2592 beginning at 11 am traveling to the service. All who knew Jean are encouraged to ride or drive in this procession. There will be a continuing celebration, including dinner, at the Bernice VFW following the service. Contributions to assist the family with funeral expenses would be appreciated and welcome. Arrangements are entrusted to Nichols-Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services, Grove, Oklahoma.

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Ethella 'Jean' Lloyd Mitchell

July 14, 1945 - May 28, 2024