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BERNICE CORNELIUS Obituary


Bernice Cornelius (Age 79)  
On Friday, July 13, 2018, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Lew Cornelius; mother of David (Brittany) and Chris (Shannon) Cornelius and Jeff (Pam) Wilson; grandmother of Zachary, Blake, Alex, Devin and Dillon; great-grandmother of Rowan; sister of Doug and the late Buddy Davis. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD (Valet Parking) Tuesday, July 17, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., where a Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, July 18 at 11 a.m. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 15, 2018.

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Marilyn Land

July 31, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Bernice and I were friends for most of our lives and I will always have wonderful memories of that friendship. My love and prayers to you all. Marilyn Land

Suzy Manny

July 17, 2018

So sorry I cannot be there today to honor Bernice. I know my mom is sad she can't be there too. Hoping your wonderful memories help you in this time of grief.
Thinking of you all, Suzy (Stein)

July 17, 2018

Sorry I can't be with you today to help honor Bernice. I know my mom wishes she could be there too. Hoping your wonderful memories of her help you in this time of grief.
Thinking of you all, Suzy (Stein Manny)

Pamela Pinzone

July 17, 2018

Dave,

I'm so sorry for the lost of your mother. I know there will be many beautiful memories and lots of stories for you to share for years to come.
Lots of love and many prayers for you and your family.

Love,
Pam, Hailey, Paige, Raine & Rowan

July 16, 2018

Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.

Fran Elias

July 15, 2018

Thoughts and prayers for everyone. We will miss you!

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