Mrs. Pearl Mitchell

A legacy of Love Pearl McKoy was born on May 9, 1932 in Bladen County, North Carolina. She was the youngest girl child of the late James and Anna McKoy who had 10 children. Her siblings: James Haverd, Leatha, Hattie Bell, Alfred, Acie Herman, Bertha Lee, Johnny Curtis, George Gilbert, and Willie Lee all preceded her in death. Pearl was educated in the Bladen County school system and was introduced to Christ early. She was as a member of the Whites Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Clarkton, NC. She was known for speeches on various events, especially Easter. She continued to support the church financially well into her adult life. The challenges of adult life came early, but God’s favor shown upon Pearl as she became a mother at a young age. As a new parent Pearl began building her legacy of love by adjusting her life and becoming a caretaker for her two young sons. Providing a better life for her family was of the utmost importance to Pearl. As a result, she migrated from the sharecropping farms of North Carolina to the factories of New York. Pearl worked as a garment presser for various cleaners in the Bronx, New York. While working in New York she met a man named JB Mitchell. The two were married on February 22, 1957. JB encouraged Pearl to bring her two young children to New York to live as a family and they resided in Brooklyn, NY. This marriage produced a third child, Jeffrey. Pearl continued her legacy of love and service to her family by bringing her father, James McKoy, into her home and becoming his caretaker. Pearl continued building a legacy of faith for her family by uniting with the St Paul Community Baptist church in Brooklyn, NY. She was a dedicated and active member having served on the North Carolina club and later in the Jewel Ministry. Pearl became a stay-at-home mom with the birth of Jeffrey. She was a regular on all school trips and school functions. Pearl was later involved with the Samuel J Tilden High School football Parents Association while her son Jeffrey played football. Being a person who had so much love and compassion for others, Pearl continued to use these gifts from God later in life as she returned into the work force as a Home Attendant for the 1199 Union of New York City. It was in this assignment that she was able to care for senior citizens who needed assistance with their daily routines. Pearl’s greatest joy was her family. She loved with an unconditional love. Everyone was welcomed into her home. She was a beacon of light that shown for the entire family to see. Affectionately known as “Nunu” to her grandchildren, she was known to bestow financial tokens of appreciation via birthday cards. An avid cook and an excellent baker Pearl was known for feeding multitudes of family and friends. As many of her siblings passed on, Pearl became the matriarch of the family and her home became an important stop for family or friends visiting Brooklyn. No one was turned away from a meal if you stopped at Pearl’s doorstep and you could be sure that you would be filled physically, emotionally, and spiritually. A few of her signature desserts include Pound Cake, Banana Cake, 7-layer chocolate cake and Lemon Meringue pie. Pearl transitioned from this earthly existence into her heavenly eternity on March 27, 2021 at the age of 88. She is now reunited with JB Mitchell, her husband of 64 years, her 9 siblings and her parents, all of whom preceded her in death. She leaves to continue her legacy of love her 3 sons: Alexander McKoy (Lottie) of Brooklyn, NY, Alfred McKoy (Monica) of Anchorage, Alaska. Jeffrey Mitchell (Tanya) of Charlotte, NC. 9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and 1 great, great-grand child (Ms. Zoe). 2 Caretaking Nieces: Linda Quince of Powder Springs, Ga and Yolanda Bannister (Cleveland) of Brooklyn, NY. As well as host of Beloved nephews, nieces, great grandchildren, cousins, and friends. Proverbs 13:22 says, “a good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children. Mom, Nunu, Aunt Pearl, Mrs. Mitchell you have left a legacy of love that we, your family, and friends, will continue. We love you.

Mrs. Pearl Mitchell

May 9, 1932 - March 27, 2021