Obituary – LouAnn Segrest Mitchell

Published 11:45 am Tuesday, January 28, 2025

LouAnn Segrest Mitchell, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on Sept. 23, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on Oct. 17, 1931, in Luverne, she was the cherished daughter of BrithaeLou and Lewis Segrest.

LouAnn’s life was marked by her commitment to education and community service. She earned a bachelor’s degree in home economics from Auburn University in 1954 and later pursued a masters in speech pathology from Peabody College, Vanderbilt, in 1971. Her passion for helping others lead her to a fulfilling career as a speech and hearing therapist with the Tullahoma Coffee County Tennessee school system where she touched the lives of countless young students from 1972 to 1987

In 1953, LouAnn married James Guy Mitchell, also of Luverne. James Guy is the son of Anne and Guy Mitchell of Luverne. Their marriage spanned 70 years, a testament to their enduring love and partnership. Together, they moved to Tullahoma, Tennessee in 1958, where LouAnn became an active member of the community. She was a dedicated committee chairperson at Tullahoma First Methodist Church and participated in the Tullahoma Garden Club and various Civic organizations.

LouAnn had a passion for antiques, which she enjoyed collecting and selling. She cherished the friendships she cultivated over the decades. Her warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James, G Mitchell, and their son, James G Mitchell, Jr. LouAnn is survived by her son, Jeffrey Lewis Mitchell, his wife, Carolyn and her grandchildren, Samuel James Mitchell and Sarah Mitchell Thompson, who is married to L Paul Thompson, and their child Lawrence P Thompson.

Lou Ann and James Guy’s legacy of love, service and dedication will be fondly remembered by their family and friends. Please join us on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 12 to 1 p.m. at Luverne Methodist Church, Ben Bricken Room for a drop-in memorial and remembrance of LouAnn and James Guy Mitchell. Immediately after will be a graveside service at Emmaus Cemetery, all are invited.