Idell was born in Crawfordsville, Indiana, on January 8, 1920. She was the daughter of the late Claude T. and Jewel (Clore) Mitchell. Idell was a life resident of the Wallace community and had attended Wallace School. Idell was a homemaker and artist. She was a former member of the Danville Illinois Art League. She was a member of the Wallace Christian Church. Idell was an accomplished artist. She had her paintings displayed in all 50 states and 3 continents.The painting measures 48" wide X 24" high. The total measurement of the painting and frame is 55.5" wide X 31.5" high