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Yolanda Mitchell Obituary

Yolanda Renee (Hopson) Mitchell also known as "Baby" & "Blondy", age 55 of Gary, Indiana made her heavenly transition on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Yolanda was born on November 3, 1966 in Gary, Indiana to Victor and Patricia Hopson. Yolanda was a graduate of Roosevelt High School Class of 1986. She was employed at Milgram's Shoe Store at the Village Shopping Center and Gary Community School Corp as a bus and lunch attendant. She was proceeded in death by her father Victor M. Hopson Jr., brother James (Pu-Pu) Banks, maternal grandparents, Sherman & Lillie Banks. She leaves to cherish her memories, loving husband Wendell L. Mitchell (Mike); 6 loving children, Senee', Sherese, Sherelle, Wendell (Shane), Shyann and Shamari, her loving and wonderful mother Patricia Elaine Hopson; 5 brothers Wayne (Lillian) Hopson, Weldon (Jennal) Hopson, Victor III, Eric and Robert; 3 sisters Victoria, Bonnie and Tannette; 3 loving grandchildren Zion, Zaryn, Zariyah, and Baby Jordan on the way; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 9:00-10:00 am with funeral services to follow at 10:00 am. All services will be held at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church 735 E. 20th Ave. Gary, Indiana 46407. Rev. Dr. Marion J. Johnson officiating. Interment at Oak Hill Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Apr. 14, 2022.

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Lisa Bond

November 14, 2023

My heart goes to baby family, I grow up with her I been searching to find my child hood friend to learn she´s no longer with us. Peace & blessings she was a beautiful soul

Rufus Shawrelle

April 16, 2022

May we rejoice in solace in remembering this wonerful and mother provider.

L. C.

April 16, 2022

My prayers and thoughts are with you, my family.
My heart aches, but is comforted knowing that she is with a multitude of family gone before, and she is well loved on this side and there with them in The Father.
May The Comforter bring your hearts peace.

James & Lynnice Hope

April 15, 2022

Our Prayers go out to Wendell & the family. Our spouses are buddies & that's how I met Blondie. We hit it off from the beginning. I use to go over to see her & we would sit & have conversation & laughs for hours. I really enjoyed her company when we did see each other. You will be missed. RIP & RIH Blondie.

Anna &Eugene Spaulding

April 15, 2022

We are so saddened to hear about our cousin Yolanda´s passing!
Our condolences and prayers go out to our Hopson and Mitchell Family!
May God comfort you and give you strength in this difficult time of loss!

Henry Richardson

April 14, 2022

I offer my condolences to Mitchell and Hopson Family. Yolanda whom we affectionately called (Yoyo). Was my classmate at Pulaski middle school and Roosevelt high school. She will be surely missed. May God wrap his loving arms around your family. At this very trying time, God bless and keep you.

Carmelita Lee

April 14, 2022

My deepest condolences to the family she was a beautiful person we had fun in class we talked and laughed she was very special very kind and gentle a loving spirit

Barnes family of NJ

April 14, 2022

Our deepest condolences and prayers to my family for the loss of Baby. She was always energetic, funny, kind hearted, and loving. She always spoke fondly of her children/grandchildren. I will miss her humor and welcoming spirit but her beauty and fondest memories will remain in my heart forever
Love cousins, Riqui, Daryl & Morgan Barnes

Shirley Sharron (Smith-McCarroll) Kindle

April 14, 2022

Sending lots of love to the family & friends.

Sherita Jenkins

April 14, 2022

Rest Easy Baby. You will be missed your cousin Sherita

Frances Bridges-Resto

April 14, 2022

My prayers and condolences to the family at this difficult time

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Rodney Flynn

April 14, 2022

To the family of Yolanda (Hopson) Mitchell, Yolanda will always be remembered for her friendly personality and caring heart! Glad to have known you as a friend and classmate! Rest in Heaven my sister! Family we have you all covered in our prayers! Hebrews 13:1 kjv Rodney Flynn Velt Class of 86.

Pat SmithWatson

April 14, 2022

To Elaine and family. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you the strength and the courage to continue on. Remember all the family good times you all shared. Much Love to you and all the family.

LyTrice Stubblefield

April 14, 2022

My condolences to the family. Blondie we met at Pulaski Middle School and instantly clicked. You had such a kind spirit and will be missed. Rest in Paradise my friend. Give Vivian a hug for me. Tricey

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9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church

735 E. 20th Ave., Gary, IN

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16

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church

735 E. 20th Ave, Gary, IN

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