Cordell Franklin Ford

It was so hard for me to hear from a distance that Uncle Cordell had passed away. He was one of the best men I knew and I feel so sad for his family; Brenda, Robert and Angie, and all the grandchildren. I know we'll all see each other again in the world to come. I couldn't come to the funeral being hundreds of miles away, but I was there in spirit and heart with Cordell's family as they lay him down to rest. I have so many fond memories of Cordell, he was only a few years older than me and we spent a lot of time around each other as we grew up. I'll always think of him and of the times we shared together--he was a giant of a man with an equally big heart and I loved him!

Dear Aunt Brenda Robert & Angie,
My thoughts and prayers will be with you always. I didn't know that Uncle Cordell went to be with Lord the last year.
I wanted to let you all know that Mama's in Heaven with her brother. She passed away this April 16th at 11:50 AM in San Diego CA. My phone number is #619-840-2899 call me when you can, Love Robin Crowe Lelevier.

Angie, Brenda,Robert, and Jason, I am so sorry to learn of Cordell's passing. He was a wonderful, funny, smart, hardworking man. He treated me like his own child . I remember being scared of him at first with that big booming voice. Ended up he shaped my idea of what a man and husband should be. He had a big generous heart and a smile and laugh to match. I know you are hurting now but he will be forever with you. I loved him and I love you guys. You are in my heart, thoughts, and prayers. Julie Redson l

just more pictures i found of my dad

i would like to thank everyone whose posted such found memories of my father,i knew what a good man he was but it still warms my heart to know so many others did to.ill foverever miss my father and now i can only try to live up to his standards.i will never be the man he was but i will certianly strive to live as he lioved,thank you all ,love,rob

We will always love and miss you uncle Cordell.

Cordell Franklin Ford
Of Oxford, Georgia

Sunrise: January 3rd, 1942.
Sunset: April 14th, 2014

Cordell was a devoted husband for 49 years to Brenda Ford.
He was a fantastic father to Robert Ford, Angela Ford-Graham, and Jason Graham. And he was an even better Paw-Paw to Erin, Brian and Kelly Graham.

There will always be a void in our house, but he will always be in our hearts.

I guess I am a guest of sorts, though Cordell always treated me as a son. I could say that his death created a hole, but in truth, his life filled a hole. We will miss him is an understatement. My family and I deeply appreciate everyone's prayers and heart felt condolences, gestures, comments, posts, and hugs. I will forever be grateful to Cordell for not only all he has done for me directly and indirectly, but for giving me the most wonderful wife a man could ask for and being a large part of making her the amazing woman she is.

Angela, Jason & Family,
Sheila & I are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. You have our sincerest condolences and prayers.
While I represent the Burns Club with our sadness, the loss is felt more deeply as your friend.
Please know you have friends and family to turn to in your grief.

Angela & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Tiffany Held

Angela and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad! Sending love and hugs from CT. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time!

Dear Angela, Jason, and family,

Liza and I are very sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincerest condolences. We will keep you in our prayers.

Fondly,

Dave and Liza Llewellyn

Dear Angela and Family: I am so honored I got to meet your father. Your father and mother have been so blessed with a wonderful family they created and nourished each day with fun, wisdom and comfort. He is taken too soon from those who loved him so dearly; but memories will always be there to remember sayings, laugh at moments, and have peace always knowing he is looking over all of you.
Love, Carol Merrill

Heaven has gained another amazing Angel. Our deepest heart felt prayers and condolences to You, Jason, your mom, brother and the kids. Cordell taught you well, I know he is so proud of the woman, wife, mother, friend, you have become.

My Daddy was truly an amazing man. He taught me so many things. He would give you the shirt off his back if he thought you needed it. He drove a truck for most of my childhood but he would come to every softball game to watch me play no matter how tired he was. He taught me to say what I mean and mean what I say. To show respect in order to earn respect. And if you asked someone for help you worked harder than they did and you didn't stop until they did. He taught be how to put out fires! There wasn't a house he owned since I was born that he didn't set the yard on fire or the house on fire! He taught me aerosol cans make fantastic explosions. He taught me to stand up for myself b/c if I didn't why should any one else do it for me. Against what his co-workers said about sending their daughter's to college my dad said well it's a good thing she isn't your daughter and that I had the guts to try so I was going to have that opportunity to try. He worked 3 jobs sometimes to make sure we had what we needed. He taught me men do not hit women and women do not hit men- and God help you if he saw a man hit a woman. You had to do the right thing even if it meant digging dirt for 5 hours +b/c you were 13 years old earing $50 for doing it...I had to give at least 5-10 hours every weekend to shoveling dirt out from under the trucks in the truck yard where he worked to earn that $50 I couldn't cut out early EVER! He was an incredible man!

We are so very sorry for your loss. He must have been an amazing man because he sure has an amazing daughter and grandchildren!

Our love and prayers are with you,
The Rutherford Family