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Joan W. Cornell
1927 - 2022
Joan W. Cornell
1927 - 2022
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DELAWARE — Joan W. Cornell, 95, of Delaware, Ohio died peacefully on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at the Ohio Living Sarah Moore Home in Delaware.
Born July 24, 1927, in Fayetteville, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Myles Leslie and Anna Ethel (Simms) Wickline. Joan graduated from High School and went on to attend college, graduating from West Virginia Institute of Technology with a degree in education. Later she received a master's degree from LaVerne College.
While at West Virginia Tech, Joan met Gerald "Jerry" Cornell. They dated, and married shortly after. After starting a family in West Virginia, Joan and Jerry decided to make their way to Ohio, eventually settling in Delaware.
Joan was an intermediate school teacher at Willis, while Jerry was a teacher and coach at the high school. Upon retiring from Delaware City Schools both Jerry and Joan worked for OWU and enjoyed traveling. Joan was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Delaware, Ohio.
Joan was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years Jerry, son Michael Cornell, grandson Cornell Shively and her siblings.
Left to cherish her memory are her children Anita (Richard) Shively, Gerald "Barney" Cornell Jr., Rebecca (Richard) Ambrose, and Stephanie (David) Cozzarelli; grandchildren Lindsay (Josh) Lewis, Nathan Cornell, Mathieu (Lakin) Cornell, Lauren (Adam) Charron, and Andrea Cozzarelli; great-granddaughter Casey Jo; sister Myra Enright; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Joan was a very dedicated educator who enjoyed reading. In her later years she could always be found with a book in her hand or walking around Delaware for her health. She was loving, caring, and proud of the five children she raised and their accomplishments.
It was Joan's wish to be cremated. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at The First Presbyterian Church in Delaware.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Delaware or Moebius Syndrome Foundation, P.O. Box 147, Pilot Grove, MO 65276.
Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com.
The Snyder Funeral Home in Delaware is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Kim Wallick
December 28, 2022
My deepest sympathy to all of the Cornell siblings. I have very fond memories of your mom, as a teacher and certainly Stephanie's mom! I'm so sorry for your loss.
Georgia Griffith Shirey
December 26, 2022
Such a classy lady full of energy and always seemed to be smiling. My sympathy to all members of the family.
Chuck
December 25, 2022
Mrs. Cornell was my American History teacher at Willis during 8th grade my first year in Delaware. I enjoyed her class very much. Her son Mike (may he RIP) and I graduated together from Hayes High in 1973.
Chaplain Darryl
December 21, 2022
On behalf of the entire Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice team, thank you for the blessing of serving your family during this time. Our condolences on the passing of Joan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days to come.
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Denny Bump
December 20, 2022
Mrs. Cornell was my history teacher in 8th grade.
she was a great teacher and I remembered how
she was always smiling. You could tell she enjoyed
her career. May she rest in peace with her loved
ones that have gone before her. My sincere condolences to all her family.
Chaplain Darryl
December 20, 2022
On behalf of the entire Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice team, thank you for the blessing of serving your family during this time. Our condolences on the passing of Joan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days to come.
George Bordick
December 20, 2022
Great family--our condolences to all. The Bordick family.
Be safe and stay strong.
Jenny Whitman, Executive Director of Moebius Syndrome Foundation
December 20, 2022
We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Joan and send our deepest sympathies to her family and friends. She had a very generous heart and was a great support to the Moebius Syndrome Foundation.
This time of year is especially difficult to lose a loved one, and we hope you will remember many happy times, and be comforted during your time of grief.
Bill Stork
December 19, 2022
Joan Cornell was a wonderful, caring lady! She was my teacher for Ohio History in Willis Junior High years ago. I believe she was a great, positive influence for many people over the years!
My sincerest condolences for Joan's family and friends.
Robert Ballenger
December 19, 2022
Sorry for your loss. I nothing but fond memories of Mrs. Cornell. My thoughts and Prayers are with your family.
PR
December 19, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Reed Petrie
December 19, 2022
Mrs. Cornell was a great Social Studies teacher at Willis, had her in 8th grade in 1972. My mother, Ola and she were both on the Willis faculty, and were good friends.
Sincere Condolences to the Cornell Family for your loss. Mrs. Cornell was a great teacher and lady.
Reed Petrie
Anchorage, AK
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