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Cornelia Ann Collett
Cornelia Ann Collett, 79, passed away on July 27, 2024. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, John Center Collett; parents, Ellis “Doc” and Lona Allen; brother, Ellis “Bug” Allen Jr.; and daughter, Teresa Gray (Zane). Cornelia was a retired nurse from the Riverside healthcare system and loved to help and take care of people. She was deeply loved by all who met her and will be dearly missed by every heart that her beautiful soul ever touched. Cornelia was the picture-perfect example of the Lord’s love and grace. Left to cherish her memory are her three children, Jeffrey Cordle (Betty), Bryan Cordle (Cindy), and Rhonda Collett; sisters-in-law Lois Allen and Alice Williams (Jim); and brother-in-law Benny Collett (Anne). She is also survived by five grandchildren, Kira Cordle, Destiny Collett, Holly Gray, Alexis Cordle, and Caleb Collett, as well as many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Peninsula Memorial Park.
Arrangements are under the care of Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601.
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To Jeff& Betty – Corny’s children & all of her family; we are very sorry for the loss of your Mother. There is nothing more Special than the Love of A Mother. We pray that God will give you peace & comfort in the difficult days ahead & reflect on the many precious memories. We Love you all
Jeff, Betty, Brian and Holly, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I am heartbroken with you. I know your loss is immeasurable. Corny was an incredibly special person. She was so loving and selfless her entire life. If anyone was in need, she came. My mother considered her as a daughter as much as a niece. If Mama was ill, Corny was there beside her, no matter how many miles she had to travel. She has been so important to me throughout my entire life. She was more a big sister to me than a cousin. I followed her around as a little child because she was just sooo pretty and had eyes that always smiled. Corny saved my younger sister and myself from drowning when she was 13 years old. Quite literally saved us without one thought for herself at just 13 years old. I truly believe that your mom came into the world with the heart and the courage to change lives, one person at a time, and she always remained the same. She was a Blessing, pure and simple. I can only imagine what a happy family reunion is going on up in Heaven right now! I love you all and I am here for you.
I am so sorry to hear of Cornelia’s passing💔such a precious soul, so loving and kind, my thoughts and prayers are with all her family and friends, Rest in Heaven beautiful Lady
Corny was such a kind, beautiful woman, inside and out. My memories of Corny will always include her smile & laugh. I pray you all find comfort in knowing she is at Peace.