Leroy Mitchell, 91, died Monday, December 16, 2019. Leroy, a retired Kraft employee of 37 years, was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to fish, hunt, travel and enjoy God’s creation. After retirement, Leroy and wife Mary Lou traveled around the country for 19 years, spending most winters in South Texas. Leroy was a member of Second Baptist Church, Springfield. He was born on March 24, 1928 in Wright County Missouri. He was one of 14 children born to John and Frances Mitchell. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Mary Lou Chambers Mitchell; son Mike and wife Joanne of Lindsborg, Kansas; daughter Carolyn and husband Bill Griffin of Leawood, Kansas; three grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; one sister Dortha Dickson; and many family members and beloved friends. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 19, 2019 from 9 to 10 am at Greenlawn North, 3506 North National, Springfield, MO. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 10 am. Private burial will be at Greenlawn North Cemetary. The family would like to thank Intrepid Hospice for their excellent service, and memorial contributions may be sent to Intrepid Hospice, 4305 S. National Avenue, Springfield, MO 65810.