Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

PIGGOTT — Margaret Kristine Mitchell,

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loving wife, mother and grandmothe­r, passed from this life to be with Jesus on Friday June 26, 2020 surrounded by her family and close friends.

She was born on November 5, 1950 in Mississipp­i. Mrs. Kristi was a first grade teacher, serving 38 years with a Master’s degree in education. She excelled at teaching her kids how to read and how to develop a passion for reading. Mrs. Kristi also was a dedicated member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Piggott and served faithfully. She loved playing the piano to encourage others.

Mrs. Kristi is survived by her loving husband: Dr. Bennie Mitchell of the home; three sons: Eric Fuller, Curtis Fuller; Jerry Lee Fuller: grandchild­ren: Zach Morris, Laini Morris, Bret Fuller, Cory Fuller, Adam Fuller, Josiah Fuller, Malachi Fuller, Teagan Fuller, Stephanie Fuller; along with a host of other special relatives and loving friends.

Mrs. Kristi was a fighter, survivor, lived life to the fullest, and inspired thousands with her story.

Visitation will be held on Thursday July 2, 2020 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Piggott. Funeral Services will be on Friday July 3, 2020 at 2 p.m. with Eric Fuller and Kevin Murray officiatin­g. Interment will follow at Piggott Cemetery with Piggott Mortuary in charge of arrangemen­ts.

The family request in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Kristine. Those who wish may sign the online guestbook at www.irbyfunera­lhome.com or visit our Facebook page.

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