Donna June Mitchell

Donna June Mitchell, affectionately known to her family as Momo, peacefully passed at the age of 88 on Oct. 28, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield.
She was born on June 16, 1937, in Bolivar, to Robert Dickerson and Grace (Goldsberry) Dickerson. She was an only child who cherished her parents and extended family. As a child, she accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior and attended Bolivar Assembly of God for 23 years before she married and moved to Springfield. On Aug. 21, 1959, she married the love of her life, Lee Donald Mitchell, in Bolivar.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Donald Mitchell, her parents, Robert and Grace Dickerson, and many beloved friends and family members.
She is survived by her daughters, Bobbi Beard, of Springfield, and Kim Cavener and husband Steve, of Springfield; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a large number of cherished family and friends.
She was dedicated to her pursuit of education and left a legacy of work ethic. She attended Bolivar Public Schools, Evangel College, and Southwest Missouri State University earning a Bachelor’s Degree in English Education and a Master’s Degree in Counseling. She was an educator in Willard Public Schools, an educator and counselor in Republic Public Schools for 30 years, and an adjunct instructor of English at Evangel University for 15 years. After retiring from education, she worked as a realtor for 15 years, retiring a second time at age 80.
She spent her life in pursuit of growing closer to Jesus Christ. After getting married and moving to Springfield, she and her husband began attending Eastside Assembly, now known as Praise Assembly, where she soon became a member. She remained faithful for 65 years by supporting and participating in the ministries of the church, including premarital counseling and the Turning Point Ministry. She was generous in her giving to missions.
Visitation and funeral service were on Monday, Nov. 3, at Praise Assembly, 3535 North Glenstone Avenue, Springfield, MO 65803. Visitation was from 10-11 a.m. Funeral service began at 11 a.m. with Pastor Alan Beauchamp officiating. Graveside service will follow at New Bethel Cemetery, Halfway.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be contributed to the Pregnancy Care Center of Springfield, MO.