Sharon L Mitchell

Sharon L. “Granny” Mitchell, 80, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Grenada. She was born in Chicago, IL on December 10, 1944 to Henry and Eleanor Wermes. She was a retired accounts payable coordinator for a hospital and also a commercial food distribution company. After retirement, she enjoyed spending her time playing bingo and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed getting her nails done with her granddaughter. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Martinez (Fergie) of Winona; three grandchildren, David Vanbibber (Kari) of Winona, Deanna Cotts of Winona, and Devin Cotts of Winona; two great-grandsons, Marshall Vanbibber and Lincoln Vanbibber; two brothers, Russell Wermis (Jeannine) of Lombart, IL and James Wermes (Denise) of Mt. Juliet, TN; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Tracy Mitchell; great-grandson, Max Trace Vanbibber; and brother, Robert Wermes.

A visitation for Sharon will be held Friday, May 9, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home, 17w201 Roosevelt Road, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.