William Mitchell.(Local)

From: The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) | Date: February 7, 2008 | Copyright information

WARE NECK -- WARE NECK - William "Billy" Mitchell, 84, passed away Feb. 5, 2008. Born May 10, 1923, Mitchell was a lifelong resident of the Peninsula. His parents were Edna and Joseph Mitchell formerly of Newport News. A graduate of Newport News High School, Mitchell served in the Merchant Marines during World War II. In 1953, he founded Southeastern Tile and Rug Co., a landmark business on Hampton's Mercury Boulevard. After a highly successful 50-year career, he retired in 2003. Mitchell was a Mason and Shriner. He also was a longtime member of the Hampton Lions Club.

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