Davona Ayn Dougherty Mitchell Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Davona Ayn Dougherty Mitchell (Ocean Springs, Mississippi), born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Davona left this world on June 24, 2025 at the age of 59, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Davona had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Davona may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her father Lewis Dougherty. She is survived by: her mother Anne Stietenroth; her stepfather Bill Stietenroth; her daughters, Caroline Patterson (Chase) and Ashley Holder (Harrison); and her fiancé Michael Leggio.
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 30th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. John's Episcopal Church (705 Rayburn Ave, Ocean Springs, MS 39564). A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 30th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Monday, June 30th 2025 at the Southern Memorial Park (2076 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39531-5123).
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations be made to Pancreatic Cancer Research, Humane Society of South Mississippi or to a charity of one's choice.
