10/02/2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brother, Jacky Mitchell, on September 28th, 2026.
Jacky joined American Airlines in 1985 as a Material Logistics Specialist and went on to excel in his career, taking on the role of MLS Crew Chief in 2007. After years of dedicated service, Jacky retired in 2021.
Our hearts go out to the Mitchell family during this difficult time. We offer our deepest sympathies and keep them in our thoughts and prayers.
We will remember Jacky’s commitment, work ethic, and kindness, both on and off the job. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched during his time with American Airlines.
Please join us in offering our condolences to the Mitchell family and in celebrating the life and career of our dear colleague, Jacky Mitchell.
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Jacky Duane Mitchell
Nov 10, 1954 — Sep 28, 2026
Bartlesville
Jacky Duane Mitchell, 71, passed away on September 28, 2026, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
He was born to James Estell and Frances Maxine (Carter) Mitchell, on November 10, 1954, in Cherokee, Oklahoma, a community where he grew up, received his education, and graduated from Cherokee High School in 1973.Jacky built a career as a Crew chief of multiple operations finishing his 35 year American Airlines career in landing gear. He was also known for the many things that brought him joy throughout his life.
He enjoyed OU Football, hunting, fishing, coin collecting, driving the backroads, watching NASCAR, and taking beach vacations, especially to Aruba. He was a Quick Trip coffee enthusiast and dearly loved his dog, Girlie. Above all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren and took special pleasure in attending their sporting events and activities.
On September 27, 1975, he married Carolyn Sue Dickson in Cherokee, Oklahoma, and they made their home in Cherokee, Bartlesville, and Skiatook. He later married Brenda G. Inman on July 22, 1994, in Benton, Arkansas, and they made their home in Ochelata, Oklahoma.Jacky will be remembered with love by his family.
He is survived by his daughter, Karissa Monique McMillan, and her husband, Sean; his sons, Wendell James Mitchell and his wife, Trista, and Aaron Mitchell; his stepchildren, Travis and Amanda; his brothers, James Mitchell and Billy Mitchell; and his sister, Judi Joy. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Sydney and her husband, Osmar, Connor, Ava, Axton, Waylon, and Jade, as well as his great-granddaughter, Paloma. He will also be fondly remembered by his American Airlines family.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Estell Mitchell; his mother, Frances Maxine Mitchell; his brother, Gary Mitchell; and his sister, Patricia Mitchell.
Jacky’s love for family, his steady presence, and the enjoyment he found in life’s simple pleasures will be cherished by those who knew him. His memory will live on in the lives of his family and friends and in the many moments they shared with him.
