Harold Lee Mitchell; brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather and great grand father was called to his Heavenly Home on Sunday, September 25, 2022.

Harold is better known as Poppy by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Harold was born in Howard County, Iowa ; January 21, 1938. He was a 1956 graduate of Nevada High School. Harold married Viola Couser on December 5th,1956 in Nevada, Iowa. He was a member of First Christian Church of Nevada, Iowa. He served as an Elder, Trustee and Youth Leader. Harold was employed by the City of Nevada for 30 plus years. Harold enjoyed fishing and camping. During his retirement, he was busy in his wood working garage. His wood projects are cherished by family. He was an avid bird watcher, checker player and train enthusiast. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren and following his great grandchildren's activities from a far.

Harold is survived by his wife; Viola, Daughter; Cindy (Randy) Epperly, Grandson: Brett Epperly (Melanie), Granddaughter; Brooke (Evan) Uhlmann, 5 great grandchildren; Brynn, Graceyn, Paige, Gannon, and Gabriella. Also survived by brothers; Frank (Nora); Chet (Robin), Sister in laws Marian and Sylvia (Robert) and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, brothers; Robert, Elmer, Clarence, and sisters; Evelyn and Marjorie.

A memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 29, 2022, at Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home (1418 Fawcett Pkwy) in Nevada. A luncheon will follow the service at the funeral home. Burial will be at Evergreen Memory Gardens near Nevada.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in memory of Harold for their use to be determined at a later date.

Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home in Nevada is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.rasmussonfh.com