Geneva Mae Mitchell Obituary (1928 - 2024)

Geneva Mae Mitchell, 96, of Bloomington, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington. A private graveside service will be held at 10 am Friday, June 7, 2024 at Park Hill Cemetery, Bloomington. Cremation rites have been accorded. Carmody- Flynn Funeral Home, Bloomington is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to your favorite charity. To express condolences online, please visit www.carmodyflynn.com. Geneva was born February 2, 1928 in rural Cooksville, daughter of Sherman and Rosella Dolman Robbins. She married Raymond E. Mitchell on May 7, 1946 in Towanda, he preceded her in death on October 15, 1980. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Mildred Berry, Helen Boitnott and Mary Jenkins. Brothers, Paul, Leo, Wilfred, Ralph, Francis and Glenn Robbins, one infant sister, and her son-in-law, John Jordan Moore. Surviving are two daughters; Linda Mitchell Moore, Bloomington and Susan Adcock, Hudson; three grandchildren, Shayne Adcock, Rebecca Adcock, Andrew (Joanie) Moore; six great-grandchildren, Lauren Adcock, Thomas and Kira Hawthorne, Meghan, Nicholas and Zachary Moore; and three great-great-grandchildren, Derrick Hawthorne, Isabella and Dominick Shapiro. Also surviving is one sister, Betty Jenkins, Normal and numerous nieces and nephews. Geneva grew up on the farm and loved the outdoors. She kept a strong work ethic throughout her life and would often share the story of milking the cows before walking to school each morning, which started at age 9. She worked in dietary at St. Joseph Hospital, where she retired in 1996 after 14 years of employment. She enjoyed gardening with her husband, and feeding the winter birds at their Lake Bloomington home. Going on genealogy treks over the years with her two daughters. Babysitting her great-grandchildren and spending time with her dear sister Betty while visiting their extended family, sharing Sunday dinners and taking drives together. Her greatest enjoyment came from spending time with her family, who likewise treasured her bright eyes, warm heart and classic smile. The family would like to extend their thanks to all the staff at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center for their compassion and skill throughout Geneva’s care.