Dr. Burnice Lee Mikell was born in Miami, Florida to the late Paul and Bessie Mikell. He was one of six children born to this union. Raised in Miami, Dr. Mikell received his education through Miami-Dade County Public Schools. From a young age, Dr. Mikell attended the United House of Prayer for All People.Dr. Mikell was blessed to be the father of two sons, Antonio Mikell and Burnice Lee Mikell, Jr., whom he loved dearly. He had a big heart for people, and constantly worked in an environment where he could help elevate others. In 1994, Dr. Mikell began ministering the Word of God in the streets to the homeless. This was something he did faithfully for many years. In 1996, he was Ordained to be a minister and worked closely with the late Dr. George McRae of Mt Tabor Missionary Baptist Church. In 2001, he became a pastor in Mt Tabor, under Dr. McRae's leadership. Dr. Mikell's role in the ministry was impactful due to his dedication in helping recovering addicts and the homeless rebuild their lives through knowing Christ and other resources. He enjoyed taking people into the program and off the streets – it was his greatest reward! Dr. Mikell did the same type of work in Palatka, Florida.In May 2001, Dr. Mikell met Ms. Verastine Mitchell. The two fell in love and married in May 2010. The couple shared a good life together and enjoyed raising their blended family.Professionally, Dr. Mikell was the supervisor in the Kitchen Ministry, where he learned his skills from Pastor Spann. Dr. Mikell has often credited many local 'pastoral giants' for his inspiration in the ministry to include Pastor Dr. Kenneth Duke, Pastor James C. Kinchen, Pastor Dr. Carl Johnson, and Pastor Dr. Gaston Smith. These individuals were an inspiration to Dr. Mikell's ministry and his life.On June 6, 2024, Dr. Burnice Lee Mikell departed this life. He was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Bessie Mikell, son: Burnice Lee Mikell, Jr., siblings: Deale Mikell and Debra Hodges, great-grandchild Santana Michael, and brother-in-law Stanley Bacon.He leaves cherished memories to his loving wife: Verastine Mikell, son: Antonio Mikell; siblings: Sandra Streeter, Sheila Bacon, and Judy Michael; Grandchildren: Le'Neesha, Shantel and Shantonio; Great-grandchildren: Braylan, Patrick, Marshawn, Marshay, and Meilani; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.