Joe Andrew Mitchell

Local teacher and coach, Joe Andrew Mitchell, left his earthly home in Collinsville on April 23, 2024, to enter his heavenly home.  Born on July 12, 1947, to Helen Jo (Torbett) and I.K. Mitchell, he attended Collinsville schools and was a proud graduate of Collinsville High School Class of 1965.  In 1966, Joe and Carol Jean (Henshall) Mitchell were married.  They welcomed children Jeannie Lynn (1967) and Joel Kevin (1973).

After graduating from the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, Joe received his Master’s degree in Geography from NSU.  His teaching career in social studies was in Commerce, Collinsville, Hominy, and Rejoice Christian Schools.  His beloved basketball, along with track, football, and girls’ softball were among the sports he coached at these schools.

Raised in the lumber business, Joe worked at building and construction projects his entire life.  Osage Log Homes was founded and operated by him for 19 years.  Through this company he traveled to other states and countries.

Joe enjoyed being called “Geography Joe,” and he vacationed to numerous regions.  Adventures began taking Jeannie and Joel camping in tents, to pop-up campers, and eventually Motel 6.  Glacier National Park, Louisiana swamps, Grand Canyon, nearby states and most recently Alaska were highlights.  In later years, camping ventures in his own camper were especially enjoyed at Hawthorne Bluff, Camp sit #32.  Joe loved campfires and fishing with new friends.

His life-long hobby of fishing was experienced at ponds and lakes for seven decades.  Joe always had a boat. His hobbies included walking dogs at city park and camping trails, following politics and supporting his favorite candidates.  Joe was always patriotic.  He was passionate about Meadowcreek United Methodist Church, Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven and Critters at the Creek.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents by Helen Jo and I.K. Mitchell; his older brothers, Robert and Max Mitchell. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Carol; daughter, Jeannie (Jeff) Morrow; son, Joel K. Mitchell; grandchildren, Jacob Morrow (Brittany); Jenna Ramos (Cody); Jonah Morrow (Devin); Allisone Mitchell (Shane Fetty); Caleb Mitchell; great-grandchildren, Asher Ramos, Maisie Morrow, and Shiloh Ramos (to be born in July 2024); his canine family, Spike and Callie, nephews, nieces, many cousins, and friends.

Visitation: 1:30 pm - 6:00pm, Sunday, April 28, 2024, at the Collinsville Dolton Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: 2:00 pm, Monday, April 29, 2024, at Meadowcreek United Methodist Church with Rev. Nathan Mattox officiating.  Interment will follow at Ridgelawn Cemetery in Collinsville.

Services are under the direction of Collinsville Dolton Funeral Home, (918) 371-2111, www.collinsvillefh.com.