Photo courtesy of Hargett Funeral Service, Inc. - Greensboro
Greensboro, North Carolina
Nov 22, 1951 – Apr 15, 2024
Larry Keith Cornwell was born on November 22, 1951, to the late Sorves and Beulah Tyler Cornwell and transitioned this life on April 15, 2024. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Theodore and Charles Cornwell.
Larry attended and graduated from Cleveland County Schools in Shelby, NC. After graduation, he was employed by Western Electric. He then furthered his employment at Bell South now known as AT&T where he retired after 43 years of service.
He loved to play basketball and shoot pool. His favorite pastime was working in his yard. He was a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers and true-blue Duke Basketball fan.
Larry was an ordained minister and a devoted teacher of God’s word. He joined Kimes Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in 2023 and truly loved his Church Family.
He leaves to cherish precious memories: his devoted and loving wife of 45 years, Wanda Faye Farrington Cornwell; a loving and devoted daughter, LaToya Michelle Cornwell Purefoy (Devarra) of Mebane, NC; a loving son, Ronald Keith Palmer (Carmen) of Winston-Salem, NC; two brothers, Reverend Earl Cornwell (Joanne) of Lithonia, GA and Carl Cornwell of Yanceyville, NC; three sisters, Reverend Shirley Harper of Powder Springs, GA, Bettye Graham (Charles), and Brendolyn Houston of Charlotte, NC; two brothers-in-law, Artis and Michael Farrington; two sisters-in-law, Peggy Farrington and Johnsie Cornwell both of Greensboro, NC; five grandchildren, Isaac Purefoy, Eden Purefoy, Jaylon Herbin, Cierra Palmer, Kerrington Palmer, and a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
A public viewing will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Hargett Funeral Service, Inc., 905 E. Market Street, Greensboro from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm.
A homegoing celebration will be held on Saturday, April 20 at Kimes Chapel, 2027 NC Hwy 119, Mebane, NC; visitation with the family begins at 12:00 pm followed by the service at 12:30 pm. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Read MoreLarry will always have a special place in my heart. Rest in peace my friend.
Charles Braswell
April 13, 2025 | Raleigh, NC | Friend
Cousin Faye and "MyToya", I am praying for the entire family. I loved Larry so much that I gave him a very special nickname! God will get you through this season of change! Love you bunches!
Gail Williams
April 20, 2024 | Greensboro, NC | Family
I first met Larry at Lindley Center playing basketball. He had GAME!! HE was also a Big STEELER fan . Rest in Peace STEELER Fan.
Ernest Chapman
April 19, 2024 | Greensboro, NC
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Praying for your family Matthew and Gloria Taylor
Gloria Taylor
April 19, 2024 | Greensboro, NC | Family
To: Faye, LaToya and family. Prayers for you doing this difficult times. I spent a lot of time with Larry when we were younger. He taught me about stereo equipment and growing grass. Had me cutting grass twice a week . He will be missed.
Kevin “Chub” Ervin
April 19, 2024 | Greensboro, NC
To Faye and the Farrington Family,
As you walk through this time of loss may you know the Lord walks with you and He will comfort you.
The McMurray Family
Renee McMurray Brodie
April 19, 2024 | Pleasant Garden, NC | Friend
Hello, My name is Chuck Morehead. I've met Larry through Jerry his cousin. We played pool together and he was always beat me in pool and he is the one who got me into playing pool and I'm gonna miss our time at the pool hall and his laughter. My deepest condolences and prayers to his family.
Chuck Morehead
April 19, 2024 | High Point, NC | Friend
Worked with Larry at AT&T. When I was a "greenhorn" a lot of the other guys would "let you learn the hard way" and not really offer much advice. Not Larry, he always tried to show the right way to do things.
He will be missed.
Tim Bolton
April 18, 2024 | THOMASVILLE NC, NC | Coworker
Dearest Faye, my cousin and friend, words can not express the deep sadness we felt upon hearing the news of Larry's demise. Please know that you are in our sincerest prayers. Even though we may not understand, we know that our God is to wise to make a mistake. Hold to God's unchanging hand for our God is near to those who mourn. We love you.
Youzar & Joyline Howard
April 18, 2024 | Greensboro, NC | Family