Otis Lewis Mitchell's Obituary
Otis Lewis Mitchell, of Selbyville, DE passed away at the age of 41, on August 18, 2023, at Atlantic General Hospital. Born in Lewes, DE on May 28, 1982, to Otis Tolliver and Angela Mitchell, Otis was Blessed to be Raised, Loved, and Cherished by his Beloved Grandparents Helen and Sylvester Mitchell, all who survives him.
Otis attended the Howard T. Ennis School and was a graduate of Indian River High School. Otis was a “big-time” Eagles fan and served as the football aide for the Sussex Elite Legends Football team, Pop Warner. He loved bowling, video games, and dancing. Otis was always happy and wonderful, with a positive attitude, and a great joy to be around. One of his greatest loves outside of the Philadelphia Eagles, was spending time with his family.
Otis leaves behind his parents, Grandparents, a brother Jermika Miles (Maria) of Baltimore, Sisters: Shiwanda Miles of Salisbury, Otisha Mitchell of Selbyville, and Comesha Mitchell of Bridgeville, one niece Marc’ Shae Jones and three nephews: William Ward, Dav’yan Wilson and Jaquez Jackson. He also leaves behind a host of aunts and uncles, extended family and many friends.
A viewing and visitation will be held from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023, at the Watson Funeral Home; 211 S. Washington Street; Millsboro, DE 19966. At 12:00 Noon, a funeral service will be held with Pastor Ronnie Johnson officiating, followed by interment at Zoar Golden Acres Cemetery.
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