Randolph Mitchell, aka "MITCH" and "BUBBA", the eldest son of the late Bobby and Curlean Mitchell was born March 4, 1957 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Full of fire and fight, Randy was destined to be a leader.  From his early days on Rochester Street to Old Greensboro Road, Randy was known for his no-nonsense demeaner and always welcomed a challenge. His mother, Curlean Mitchell, was a faithful member of St. Stephens Missionary Baptist Church and he and his siblings established their relationship with Christ under the pastorate of Rev. Joseph R. Samuels.

Growing up in East Winston, Randy was known by many! As the son of "the Mayor of Old Greensboro Road", Randy didn't meet a stranger. He excelled at Carver High School, academically and athletically, showing his talent on the football team. He graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1975 and in the Fall, he began his undergraduate studies at THE Virginia State University, the nation's first fully state-supported four-year institution for African Americans.

Randy lived a life of significance through service. He began working for the City of Winston-Salem in June 1989 as a Construction Inspector with the Engineering Department. In November 1992, Randy accepted the position as Recreation Maintenance Supervisor and held this position until retirement in February 2019. Throughout his tenure, he advocated for equality in hiring and second chances for those who needed a "hand up". Many who came through the ranks in the City of Winston-Salem can credit Randy's influence and mentorship.

His record of community service and brotherhood became evident to many, and in 1997, Randy pledged Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated through the Delta Sigma Chapter of Winston-Salem. His Commitment to Service left an indelible mark in the lives of many and in 2017, Randy received the Dr. Vivian H. Burke Community Leadership Award for his time mentoring teens in the Urban League Summer Youth Employment Program and guided dozens of seniors in the Urban League Senior Community Service Employment Program.

Randy lived a life of boldness and action! He purposely enjoyed life and encouraged others to do the same! He peacefully transitioned on Sunday, November 8 ^th , surrounded by love, after a courageous battle with Cancer.

He was preceded in death by his sisters, Darlene "Ducky" Mitchell and most recently, Tiane Mitchell Gordon.

His impactful life will be forever cherished by his children, La'Tempis (Patrick) Mitchell, Jessica Allen, and Justin Mitchell of North Carolina and Jasmine (Del) Redwood of Virginia; his grandchildren, Malachi MItchell, Ma'Kiyah-Imari Mitchell, Savionne-Maxine Mitchell, and Micah Allen all of North Carolina; his sisters, Daphne (Darryl) Jordan of Ohio and Minerva Mitchell of North Carolina; his brother, Terrance (Cheryl) Mitchell of Ohio; his uncles, Roy (Eveline) Mitchell, Sr., Sammy Mitchell, and Emerson Mitchell all of South Carolina; his aunts, Alice Smith, Lillie Hanna, and Myrtle Hammonds all of Pennsylvania, Virginia Ellis, Mary Hanna, and Ida Cooper all of North Carolina, and Dorethea Cooper of South Carolina; his caretakers, Daphne Wright and Vernessa Buckley; and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, and life-long friends.  He was truly loved by many!

The VIRTUAL Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00pm Sunday, November 29, 2020. A zoom link will be provided prior to the service via Social Media.

In lieu of flowers, Randy's wishes are for his family and friends to donate to The Derek Davis Cancer Center - Novant Health, 3333 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27103 in his honor.