Obituary of Marlene Mitchell

Marlene Eakin Mitchell, 89, passed away Monday, June 21, 2021. She is preceded in death by her father Sidney William Eakin Sr.; mother Bertha Harper Eakin; son Carl D. Mitchell Jr.; and brother Sidney William Eakin Jr.. Left to cherish Marlene’s memory are her loving husband of 70 years, Carl Dewie Mitchell Sr.; son Sidney Myron Mitchell; daughter Nancy Denice Mitchell-Mollard and husband, Dwayne; daughter-in law Robin Reeves Mitchell; grandchildren Christopher Mitchell, Garrett Mitchell, Courtney Formby and husband, Lane, Andrea Mollard; great grandson Gavin Mitchell, and a host of other dear family and friends. Marlene was known as the matriarch of her family. She was the best mom, grandmother, caregiver, and wife. Marlene was an extremely kind and caring person who never judged others. She was always an advocate, thinking about others and putting their needs and feelings before her own. In her spare time, she enjoyed playing the piano, sewing clothes for Nancy, and crocheting gifts for family and friends. Marlene was a Godly woman who had a servant’s heart full of compassion. She was a member of South Avenue Baptist Church in Pasadena. She lived her life putting God first, family & friends second, and herself to follow. She never wanted to be a burden to anyone. She lived in Pasadena, TX for most of her adult life and recently enjoyed living in Country Place Retirement Community for several years. Marlene loved all the Houston sports teams, especially when she was with her family and grandchildren cheering on the Astros and the Rockets. Marlene was a wonderful cook. Fried chicken was her special dinner that everyone looked forward to. She also dearly loved and helped take care of her fur babies, as well as her children’s, cats and dogs. Marlene will be remembered by all who knew her as being calm, full of kindness, and always serving and caring for others. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Services for Marlene will be held on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at Clayton Funeral Home, 5530 West Broadway, Pearland, Texas. Visitation is scheduled from 9:00 – 10:00 am. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, with pastor Jim Overton officiating. Interment is scheduled at 1:30 pm, at the Houston National Cemetery, in Houston, Texas.