06/29/2025
🌸 In Loving Memory of Jerri Ruth Mitchell 🌸
August 16, 1956 – June 28, 2025
It is with profound sadness we notify our friends and supporters of the passing and celebrate the life of one of the most cherished members of our Rooted In Love Rescue & Sanctuary…a division of Seeded Faith Farm Rescue family—Jerri Mitchell.
Jerri was the loving mother of our Director, Melissa, and the cherished mamaw to Co-Directors Chloe, Calista, & Elijah —she was our encourager, our sounding board, and a heart quietly beating behind so much of what we’ve built.
Though illness kept her from being physically active at the sanctuary in recent years, Jerri never stopped being a powerful presence in our mission. She offered emotional support, helpful counsel, and strong support during our most challenging decisions. Her love for animals started young—she was known to bring home every stray that followed her—and that spirit has carried into everything this rescue stands for.
Even in her final days, Jerri found comfort in being visited by sanctuary animals—pigs, goats, and even a baby lamb. She held onto our mission with pride and purpose.
At her request, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to the rescue she believed in with all her heart: Seeded Faith Farm Rescue. 📮 P.O. Box 271, Almont, MI 48003 🌐 RootedInLoveRescue.org
Jerri is survived by her devoted children:
Melissa(Darin), Monica(Joseph), Mariah(Corey), and McKenzie(James), as well as her many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly.
💐 Visitation will be held at Wujek-Calcaterra Funeral Home, Shelby Township Tuesday July 1, 2025 from 3:00–8:00 PM, with a funeral service the following morning Wednesday July 2, 2025 at 11:00 AM.
Thank you, Jerri, for believing in us—and the animals—through every step of this journey. We promise to carry your light forward in everything we do. 💜🐖🐐🐴