William "Bill" Mitchell

New Iberia - Private services will be held for the family of William "Bill" Mitchell, 71, who passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020, in New Iberia surrounded by his family. A native and lifelong resident of New Iberia, Mr. Mitchell was born on January 9, 1949 to the late William Teague Mitchell and Beverly Landry Mitchell, and retired from Haliburton with over 30 years of service. He enjoyed going to his camp, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family, especially attending his grandchildren’s sporting events with CHS. Survivors include his wife of nearly 54 years, Kathy "Minnie" Menville Mitchell of New Iberia; daughter, Michelle Gonsoulin and husband Keith of New Iberia; sons, Bryan Mitchell and wife Maria of New Iberia, Craig Mitchell and companion Holly Richard of Stillwater, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Trey McGowen, Bryan Mitchell, Leonardo Duque, Cameron Gonsoulin and wife Hunter, Kathryn Gonsoulin and companion Charlie Gaspard; brother, Oswald Decuir and wife Loretta of New Iberia; sister, Myra Gosnell and husband Chester of Lafayette; brother-in-law, Ronald Menville and wife Olive of Denham Springs; lifelong friend, Guy Duhon of New Iberia; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Grace Gonsoulin; brother, Robert Mitchell; and a sister-in-law, Paula Clifford. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Gonsoulin Memorial Scholarship Fund, Catholic High School, 1301 DeLaSalle Drive, New Iberia, LA 70560 Pellerin Funeral Home, 502 Jefferson Terrace, New Iberia, LA 70560, 337.365.3331, is in charge of the arrangements.