Norbert Wayne Mitchell was born on  August 31, 1954 to Pester and Ida B. Mitchell, in Lovelady, Texas. Norbert was the youngest of three children born to this union.

Norbert attended and graduated from Lovelady High School.

Norbert accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Smith Grove Church of Christ.

On June 1, 1976, Norbert united in marriage with Betty Sue Wallace. To this union they were blessed with two daughters: Quiana M. Mitchell and Kira S. Mitchell.

At sunset Norbert Wayne was preceded in death by both of his parents and sister: Betty Jean Mitchell-Wilson.

Norbert leaves to cherish his memories; his wife: Betty Sue Mitchell; daughters: Quiana Mitchell and Kira S. Mitchell; grandson: Kason Mitchell; granddaughter: Haivyn Mitchell; brother: Deboise Mitchell (Bridget); sisters-in-laws: Lillie Newton, Catherine Haywood, Joyce Wallace and Dorothy Mayberry; brothers-in-laws: Jerry Wallace (Sharon) and Curtis Wallace (Dedric), and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.