Clyde Harrison Mitchem, age 70, of Northfork, WV, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at his home.
Born on June 3, 1944 in Eckman, WV, he was a son of the late Robert and Fern Tetter Mitchem. He had lived in Mercer County for the past 13 years and was a retired truck driver. He was a member of the Old Fashion Full Gospel Church. In addition to his parents he was precede in death by 5 brothers.
Survivors include:
Wife: Mary Tackett Mitchem of the home
Sons: Donald Mitchem and wife Beverly of Bluewell, WV
Daniel Mitchem of the home and companion Katheryn Workman of Sandlick
Brothers: Willard Mitchem of Big Four, WV
Kenneth Mitchem of Coaldale Mountain, WV
4 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 13, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with Rev. Harold Simpson officiating. Burial will follow at the Rock House Cemetery in Kimball, WV. Serving as pallbearers will be his family and friends. Friends may call on Saturday evening from 6-8 PM at the funeral home.
The family is accepting online condolences at www.cravens-shires.com.
The Cravens-Shires Funeral Home, 3431 Coal Heritage Road, Bluefield, WV is in charge of arrangements.