Pastor Victor Mitchell

Obituary Pastor Victor M. Mitchell, was born in Los Angeles, CA on December 25, 1957 to Mittie and Clyde Mitchell. He lived there for about 6 weeks and then moved to Malvern, Ark where he was raised by his grandparents Meek & Gladys Powell for the remainder of his early and upper educational years and attended the University of Arkansas, Little Rock, Ark. After marriage, the family lived in Inglewood California for 18 years and moved to Grandview, MO where he resided for the last 24 years. Victor met and married the love of his life Sandra, on April 3, 1980, whom he “feverously” chased and dated for 5 years prior to their married which lasted for over 41 years. Nothing compares to the love he and she have for each other and know that if you saw one you would see the other bringing up the rear. He dearly loved and appreciated his family and showed them that special love each and every day. There would not be a time that we would leave each other without saying “I love You” as we walked away. We will always remember that of him. Victor currently worked for the Kansas City VA Medical Center as the Prosthetics Surgical Implants Manager, he also served as the African American Special Emphasis Program Co-Manager, Kansas City VA Medical Center Diversity and Inclusion Recruiter. He also worked for several other federal agencies in California, Texas, and Kansas City over a total of 25 years. He had worked for Sprint for 12 years during his career. While on a musical trip to Boston, Victor heard the Lord speak to him and as he communicated to others, the Lord said “It’s time to stop running, you must take your charge.” He spoke with Sandra about it while in Boston and even told the other musicians who had traveled with him there that he knew it was time for him to answer the Lord. He returned home to Inglewood and spoke with his Pastor, Rev. James A. Perkins, who responded and told him “I already knew it and was just waiting on you to answer the call”. He was officially licensed to the Gospel Ministry at True Friendship MBC in Inglewood, CA. Victor would go on to Preach, Teach and Speak God’s word when and wherever possible. He was called to Pastor King Solomon, MBC KC, KS and then to establish The Village Community Church, where he served diligently and faithfully. Due to health constraints, he had to step away from Pastoring, but never away from offering the word of God, where possible. If you ever heard him speak or preach, you knew that he was on a mission to proclaim God’s word to everyone, during Sunday Service, Revivals, Choir Rehearsal, and numerous other occasions. As we all know Victor loved music to the fullest degree… He loved to sing, play and direct choirs and did so throughout many states. He held musical workshops in Los Angeles, CA; Boston, MA; Fort Riley, KS; Grandview, MO; Kansas City, KS; and Dallas, TX. He also participated in numerous singing organizations, one of which he so enjoyed, The Southern California Community Choir while living in California. He was a founding member of Musicians In Action (MIA) LA, CA. He held the position of the Minister of Music, Director and Musician for several churches in California, Texas, Kansas City, MO and Grandview, MO and during those times all knew that he was one to be reckoned with when it came to music as he was well respected among his musical peers. Victor is survived by his wife Sandra of the home, Children Symphony Mitchell and V’ion Mitchell of Grandview, MO. His Brother Clyde Mitchell, Jr. of Columbus, OH; Varcel(Chironda)Mitchell of Las Vegas, NV and Dorothy (Dr. Joseph) Cole of Zachary, LA; Brothers In Law Wilfred Robinson of Malvern Ark and Thomas(Shirley) of Little Rock, Ark; Evelyn McClain of Houston, TX and Antwine(Cheryl) of Chicago, Il and a special cousin/sister Florida Adams and classmate/sister Theresa Smith, of Malvern, Ark. God Brother Norleslie(Debra) of Matteson, IL; God Mother Marion Lofton of Evergreen Park, IL; Aunt Sammie Hicks of Lynn Valley, KS; Aunt Polly Cole Kansas City, MO; Aunt Jackie Jones of Inglewood CA; Cousin Rose Hamilton, Kansas City, KS; His Uncle Doyle McClellan of Malvern, Ark, and Special Aunt Louise(Luther) Williams, Malvern, Ark. Adopted Daughter and Son-In-Law Delisa & George Pledger and adopted grandchildren Day’Sha and George, Jr. of Kansas City, MO. Three special family member; Cookie(Charles) Grayson; Stephanie(Ronald) Meade and Twyla (David) Fauntleroy, who were all so dear to him. He had several Special Added Children, Tangerina McCutchen, Christal Watson, Taylor Graves, Ronald Thomas, Brandon Thomas and Nait Lunn all of whom meant so much to him. He had many other adopted children (TOO MANY TO NAME) who were just as special and are also those whom he spent much time talking with, counseling, correcting and encouraging them throughout the years. He had several close musician friends who were just like brothers and sisters; Ricci(Cynthia) Jones of LA,CA; Rev Ed & Johnnie Taylor of Corona, CA and Bernetta Major-Thomas, of Gardena, CA. So, you see Victor loved all of whom he came in contact with no matter when or where as this list could go on and on and on. Plus, we know that no matter what he was gonna hold a long conversation with you no matter the subject. Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, December 22, 2021, 11:00am at Prince of Peace Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 10am-11am at the church. Final burial in Malvern, Ar. Service conducted by Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapel. Condolences may be shared on our website. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Pastor Victor Mitchell, please visit our floral store. Read More

Pastor Victor Mitchell

December 25, 1957 - December 13, 2021