Janella "Jan" (Bruce) Mitchell

January 27, 2021

To View Graveside Service Click Here Janella “Jan” (Bruce) Mitchell passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family, at the age of 83. She was born in Covington, GA to William and Winnifred (Saxon) Bruce. Jan was a loving wife, momma, grandma, MawMaw, sister, aunt, and friend to many. Her hobbies included quilting, gardening, cooking, and reading her Bible. She was a member of Honey Creek Baptist Church. Jan was preceded in death by her parents, son Lawrence A. Mitchell, daughter Janice Darlene Mitchell and 13 siblings. She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Leonard F. Mitchell of Covington; son and daughter-in-law, Danny G. and Phyllis Mitchell of Conyers; daughter and son-in-law, Janet A. and Clark Vickery of Griffin; son Leonard Jantzen Mitchell of Covington; grandchildren, Christopher Mitchell, Elizabeth and Scott Craig, Nicholas Mitchell, Michael and Stephanie Mitchell, Scott Mitchell, Calvin and Katie Mitchell, Kara and Nick Merck, Janice and Dan Holden, Stephanie Amber Mitchell; many great-grandchildren; sister, Jackie Sherriff of Monticello. A Graveside Service will be held Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 3:00 pm at East View Cemetery, 1127 East View Road, Conyers, GA 30012. The family will receive friends Friday, January 29, 2021 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Wheeler Funeral and Cremation Services, 11405 Brown Bridge Rd, Covington. Due to the current COVID-19 regulations, our staff is committed to taking care of our guests and families that we serve. Please understand we will be following the State’s COVID guidelines. We also ask all guests and family members attending visitations and services to please bring and wear a mask while in the building, and are encouraged to practice social distancing. Those who are unable to attend we understand, and appreciate your thoughts and prayers. Condolences may be sent online at www.wheelerfuneralhome.com.