Mitchell Scott Maxwell went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 4, 2013.
A native of Huntsville, Ala., Mitchell was born July 19, 1994, to Austin and Claire Maxwell.
Mitchell is survived by his parents, as well as his brothers, Matthew Maxwell, Manning Maxwell and Michael Maxwell; grandparents, Scott and Kathy Daniel, of Murfreesboro; grandparents, Hooper and Ruby Maxwell, of Crossville, Tenn.; grandparent, Shirley Maxwell, of Murfreesboro; aunt, Shelley Kay Munos and her husband, Joe, of Phoenix, Ariz.; uncles, James Daniel and his wife, Tara, of Murfreesboro, Scott Daniel III, of Phoenix, Ariz., Tim Maxwell, of Knoxville, Greg Maxwell, of Cookeville, and Scott Maxwell and his wife, Amanda, of Florida; and cousins, Jack, John David, Justin, Katherine and Ryan. Mitchell was preceded in death by his cousin, James Morgan Daniel.
Mitchell gave his heart and soul to Jesus Christ in 2001 as he was baptized at First Baptist Church in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Mitchell was an active participant in many organizations, growing up to include Royal Ambassadors, Boy Scouts, Murfreesboro Youth Football, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Young Life and his church youth group.
He was recently graduated from Murfreesboro Riverdale High School, where he was a four-year member of the Warrior football team. During his career at Riverdale, Mitchell received the Most Improved Player his junior year; All DNJ his junior year, as well as All-District and Warrior Linemen of the Year his senior year. He was to attend Mississippi State University and walk on to the football team in order to pursue his dream of a career in coaching at the collegiate level.
Mitchell was known for his mischievous smile and love of life and humor. He could always make one laugh in the toughest of times. He loved many things in his life, but his first love was his faith, family and football.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church, 200 E. Main St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130. The Rev. Leland McReynolds and Brother Noel Schoonmaker will officiate. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
His three brothers, Matthew, Manning and Michael, along with Scottie Boykin, Josh Hatfield, Aaron Aydelott, Dillion Woodruff and Kyle Blevins, will serve as pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor of Mitchell Maxwell to a local charity, “In Full Motion.” (P.O. Box 70270 Nashville, TN 37207. Tax ID 20-3543271).
Visitation with the family will be 3-7 p.m. today at First Baptist Church in Murfreesboro. Woodfin Memorial Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. 615-893-5151. Online condolences can be made at woodfinchapel.com.
