Mary Kathleen “Kate” (Hartman) Mitchell, 92, of Franklin passed away on May 26, 2026, at Sentara RMH in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
She was born on May 27, 1933, in Cave, the daughter of the late Melvin Earl and Mary Ellen (Lambert) Hartman.
Mrs. Mitchell attended school at Zigler on Smith Creek and Franklin High School.
She was a member of the Franklin Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints.
Throughout her working years, she made significant contributions at Dunham-Bush and later retiring from AMP, where she distinguished herself with a strong work ethic and a sincere dedication to her roles.
She found her greatest joy in her home, where she acted as the cornerstone of her family, a role she embraced with deep passion and unwavering care for her family and friends.
On Aug. 31, 1950, she married Roy Abraham Mitchell, who preceded her in death.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory two daughters, Dolores Jean Lam of Franklin and Doreen Faye Turner (Pete) of Port Republic, Virginia; two sisters, Cornelia Teter and Nancy Hartman, both of Franklin; 12 grandchildren, Ryan, Michael, Timothy Jared, Brittany, Bethany, LaRee, Konja, Shannon, Kevin, Danny, Michelle, and Jessica; 11 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by two sons, George “Kevin” Mitchell and Roy “Steven” Mitchell; four brothers, John, Otis, Weldon and Loy Hartman; and a sister, Lucy Jean Propst.
Funeral services were held Sunday at the Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin with Bishop Jed Hartman officiating. Interment was at the Samuel Propst Cemetery on Smith Creek Road in Franklin.
Memorials may be made to any Pendleton County Rescue Squad or to PAWS.
Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com.
