Joan Valdez Mitchell
May 1, 1924 ~ June 19, 2018
Our beloved wife and mother passed away peacefully on June 19, 2018. Born in Denver, Colorado on May 1, 1924 to Winifred & Carl Valdez, she was raised in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico until high school, where she met her husband of 71 years, Robert (Bob) Mitchell. Married on May 29, 1947, they had four daughters, Betsy Buncis (Andy), Joanna Swift (Charles), Linda Champion (Matt) and Robin Casseb (Paul). They have eleven grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Betsy McClure, and her son-in-law Andy Buncis.
Joan was a faithful member of St. Lukes Episcopal Church, where she served on the Altar Guild, Daughters of the King, Stephens Ministry, as co-sponsor of the youth group, and with St. Lukes Green Door Thrift shop for over 50 years. Additionally, she was a leader with Bible Study Fellowship, active with the Good Samaritan Center, and a docent with the San Antonio Zoo.
Her celebration of life will be held at St. Lukes Episcopal Church on June 29, 2018 at 3:30 p.m. Special thanks to the wonderful caregivers at The Forum at Lincoln Heights, Embrace Hospice (Mindy) and Margaret. Donations in Joans memory can be made to St. Lukes Episcopal Church or the charity of your choice.
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The Mitchell family is much beloved by this neighbor. I rejoice with you in Joans life and will miss her in the days to come. My prayers are with you all. Susan Brett Schiller
Prayers, thoughts and blessings as have now entered your spiritual journey. Heartfelt condolences to Bob and his family in the passing of a beautiful lady, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. May eternal peace be granted unto you.
Prayers, thoughts and blessings as you have now entered your spiritual journey. Heartfelt condolences to Bob and his family in the passing of a beautiful lady, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. May eternal peace be granted unto you, Joan.
I Express my condolences to the Mitchel family especially Bob. I was fortunate to meet and talk with Mrs Mitchel on many occasiones while I worked at St Lukes Episcopal church. She was very Christian ,gracious and classy Lady.
My Mother Marjorie Childs lived next door to Mr and Mrs Mitchell at the Forum. I visited often and Mrs. Mitchell was such a cheery person it was always a bright spot when I was able to visit with her. I went to high school with you Betsy and I am sorry for loss. I hope your dad is doing well, I will keep al of you in my prayers. mollie
Bob, I was saddened to read of Joan’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.