Longtime Monroe Resident Tommy Mitchem Passes Away at 76

Mitchem, a Navy veteran, is survived by his wife, three sons, and other family members.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:57pm

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A serene, impressionistic photograph of a small-town cemetery, with blurred headstones and trees in the background, conveying a sense of tranquility and reflection.The peaceful final resting place of longtime Monroe resident Tommy Mitchem, a Navy veteran and family man whose life and legacy will be honored in a community memorial.Monroe Today

Tommy Holland Mitchem, Jr., a 76-year-old resident of Monroe, Arkansas, passed away on March 26, 2026. Mitchem proudly served in the U.S. Navy and is survived by his wife, three sons, a sister, grandchildren, and other family members. Funeral services will be held on March 30 at Meadows Funeral Home, with interment to follow at Braswell Cemetery.

Why it matters

Mitchem's passing marks the loss of a longtime member of the Monroe community, where he lived for decades after serving in the Navy. His military service and close-knit family reflect values that were important to many in the region.

The details

Tommy Mitchem was born on June 29, 1949, to the late Tom Holland Mitchem, Sr. and Dora Holder Mitchem. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy on board the USS Harlan R. Dickson. Mitchem is survived by his wife, Teresa Mitchem; sons, Michael Mitchem, Matthew Mitchem, and Tony Mitchem (Beth); sister, Kathy Adams; grandchildren, Mekay Joyner (Patrick), Joseph Mitchem, Cameron Mitchem, and Judd Mitchem; and a great-grandchild, J.B. Joyner.

  • Tommy Mitchem passed away on March 26, 2026.
  • Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026 at 2:00 pm.

The players

Tommy Holland Mitchem, Jr.

A 76-year-old resident of Monroe, Arkansas, who proudly served in the U.S. Navy and is survived by his wife, three sons, a sister, grandchildren, and other family members.

Teresa Mitchem

Tommy Mitchem's wife.

Kathy Adams

Tommy Mitchem's sister.

Meadows Funeral Home

The funeral home in charge of the arrangements for Tommy Mitchem's services.

Braswell Cemetery

The cemetery where Tommy Mitchem will be interred.

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The takeaway

Tommy Mitchem's passing marks the loss of a dedicated Navy veteran and beloved member of the Monroe community, where he lived for decades and is survived by his close-knit family.