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Celebrating the life of
Geneva Youmans Mitchell
March 11, 1935 - August 18, 2024
Geneva Youmans Mitchell was welcomed home by her Lord and Savior on August 18, 2024. She passed away peacefully at her home after battling a long-time illness with Alzheimer’s. Born on March 11, 1935, in Swainsboro, Georgia, she was raised in Excelsior and spent most of her life in Savannah.
Geneva graduated from Pulaski High School in Candler County, class of 1953, and dedicated her life to her Lord, her family, and her church. As a devoted housewife, she raised her five children with love and care. After raising her children, she also contributed to her community through her work at C&S Bank, which became Bank of America, where she remained until her retirement, then she worked at SunTrust for several years. Geneva’s warm heart, love for people, and unwavering faith left a lasting impression on everyone she met. She had a servant’s heart, making all who crossed her path feel loved and welcomed. She looked well to the ways of her household by cooking, sewing, gardening, and preserving the fruits of her labor through canning and freezing.
Geneva was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald Estus Mitchell, with whom she shared 46 prosperous years of marriage; her parents, Bryant Leslie Youmans and Eva Mae (Smith) Youmans; her grandson, Timothy James Brackeen; son-in-law, Robert O. Brown; and nine of her ten siblings, along with several nieces and nephews.
She is survived by her two sons, Wayne A. Mitchell and Stephen Estus Mitchell, both of Richmond Hill: three daughters, Phyllis (Jim) Brackeen, Karen M. Brown, and Lisa Zipperer (Truitt) Eavenson, all of Savannah, GA. She is also survived by her sister, Doris Tereau of New Prague, Minnesota. Geneva is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, a soon-to-be great-great-grandchild, and many nieces and nephews.
Geneva was a long-time member of Bible Baptist Church in Savannah, where she dedicated many years to teaching children’s and adult ladies’ Sunday School. She served as a counselor at a local crisis pregnancy center, worked with the benevolence committee, and, most importantly, was a role model as a loving wife and mother to her children.
Her favorite Bible verse, Proverbs 3:5-6, was a guiding light in her life: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons: Wayne Ashley Mitchell, Stephen Brackeen, Noah Mitchell, Josh Mitchell, Christopher Zipperer, and Carey Zipperer. Geneva’s life was a testament to her faith, and her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Lamentations 3:22-23
Visitation
10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Fri, August 23, 2024
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m. on Fri, August 23, 2024
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406
912-352-7200
Burial
1:00 P.M. on Fri, August 23, 2024
Forest Lawn Memory Gardens
Mrs. Geneva was a Jesus woman. Her life demonstrated that through her strong faith and selflessness. She was a servant of God and a precious friend to our mother. What a legacy she has left for your family and all that knew her. All the Hahns were impacted by her sweet giving spirit and rich kindness. With deepest sympathies, Donald Hahn, Susan. Linda, Renee, Don, Jr. & the "Hahnettes"- Sara, Elizabeth and Sandra.
- Linda Hahn Dunlap, Brunswick , Georgia
Our deepest condolences to Bro Jim and Ms. Phyllis. God bless you!
- Jose and Zuleika Duran , Richmond Hill , GA
Aunt Geneva was always an awesome aunt in our family. She will be missed. ❤️
- Arnie & Renee Jones, Reidsville, Ga
My deepest sympathy; may your wonderful memories sustain you!
- Gwen G. DeWalt, Savannah, GA
Praying for peace and comfort that only God can give during the loss of a loved one.
- David and Julie Edington, Pocahontas , Arkansas
Lisa, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. I hope the beautiful memories that you have of your mom will bring you peace and comfort.
- Jane Martin, Savannah, Ga
A candle has been lit!
Praying for peace that passes understand for the family❤️
- John, Janice & Hart Roberts (Robin Rd), SAVANNAH, GA
This sweet lady has been part of Susie's life from birth. She had such a pleasant personality all our lives. She made the Maid of Honor and Flower Girls gold velvet dresses used in our wedding and she designed the flower girl dress without a pattern. Susie grew up admiring Geneva's work as a seamstress. Franklin loved her gentle spirit and always found Geneva a delight. We both love knowing there is NO ALTZHEIMER'S in Heaven and we look forward to embracing her again one day and she will know us again! What a beautiful HOPE. Once there we will no longer even need 'hope' because it will be reality with Christ for all of eternity. Yaye!
- Franklin & Susie Thomas, Savannah, GA
Phyllis, Wife and I are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You are so very fortunate to have had her in your life for so long. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family.
- Robert JCornett, Savannah, Georgia
I worked with Geneva at C&S on Derenne & Abercorn. She was a great lady. Prayers and condolences to her family.
- Randy Collins, Savannah, Georgia
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Fri, August 23, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Funeral Service
- 11:00 a.m. on Fri, August 23, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Burial
- 1:00 P.M. on Fri, August 23, 2024
- Forest Lawn Memory Gardens
-
315 Greenwich Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404