Cynthia Mitchell

Mrs. Cynthia S. Mitchell, age 77, of Belton, S.C. passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Robin Johnson Hospice House. She was born in Waycross, Georgia on December 19, 1946, and the first of 12 children born to the late Josie Odessa and Johnnie Lee Sires. She attended Petersburg High School where she graduated as Valedictorian of her class in 1965. Cynthia furthered her education by attending Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC with Elementary Education as her major and graduated in 1969. She later went on to receive her Master’s Degree from South Carolina State College. Cynthia attended Salem United Methodist Church during childhood because being a part of the church was an important part of her life. She loved to pray and sing wherever she went. Her favorite selections were “Yes God is Real”, “He Did It for Me”, and “Packing up Getting Ready to Go.” Whenever her and her siblings got together, there was bound to be singing and worship following. She married Joe N Mitchell in August 11, 1969. She was very talented and a leader in all she did. She began teaching at Ruby Elementary school in Ruby, SC while her husband was in the service. They later moved to Belton, SC where they resided until death. Cynthia was employed at the Honea Path Elementary School for 32 years where she taught 1st grade and retired in 2005. One of her favorite past times was cooking and baking. She loved to make her famous Red Velvet and Rainbow Cakes. It was always stated by all that when you wanted something sweet, you could find it at Cynthia’s house. She kept sweets, Lance snacks and a newly baked cake on the table always. After moving to Belton, SC, she became a part of the Miracle Redeemer church where she served as Deaconess, Usher, and Treasurer. She began her ministry in 2006. She was later ordained as an Elder in 2006 under the leadership of Bishop Clark. She sung on The LM Specials, The Miracle Redeemer Choir and The Full Gospel Choir. She loved to raise money for all types of events. She led Vacation Bible School for many years and always enjoyed directing the Christmas programs. She was survived by her 4 children, Timothy L. Mitchell, Pa’Quitha L. Gilliam (Marquese), Sandra L. Mitchell, and Vanetta L. Mitchell (of the home). She also has 9 grandchildren, Melenya L. Gilliam, Melanie L. Gilliam, Joshua D. Gilliam, Jamal D. Gilliam, Josiah D. Gilliam, Zacharias R. Washington, Regeine J. Obie, Timothy S. Obie and Za’Khariah A. Mitchell. She has 4 brothers, Donnell Sires (Berthina) of Upper Marlboro, MD, Ronnie Sires (Frances) of Pageland, SC., Earl Sires (Daisy) of Rock Hill, SC., David Sires of Pageland, SC. She also has 6 sisters, Trindell Miller (David) of Summerville, SC, Teresa MCIlwain (Michael) of Charlotte, NC, Mincher Blair (James – deceased) of Georgetown, SC, Josetta Smalls (Solomon) of Lexington, SC, Harristina Stephens (Boris) of Lawrenceville, GA, and Carnetta Sires of Charlotte, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe N. Mitchell and her brother Anthony Sires, and has a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 2:00 pm, New Hope Baptist Church. The body will be placed in the church at 1:00 pm. The family will be at 124 Carver Rd, Belton SC.

Cynthia Mitchell

December 19, 1946 - May 7, 2024