Elizabeth Cornell's Obituary
Elizabeth J. Cornell
Waupaca, WI Age 96 – died on Thursday, January 31, 2008 at Bethany Home in Waupaca. She was born on July 7, 1911 in Rib Lake, WI, a daughter of the late Winfield and Jessie (Anderson) Mix. She married Kenneth C. Cornell on March 18, 1948 in Milwaukee, WI. He preceded her in death on March 30, 1971. Elizabeth is survived by a brother: Edwin (Special Friend: Lois Fortmann) Mix of Oconomowoc, WI, and a sister: Verona Otremba of Waupaca, WI. She is further survived by nieces, nephews and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband: Kenneth Cornell, her parents, and two sisters: Lucille Jorgenson and Viola Mix. Elizabeth had been a homemaker for most of her adult life. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Waupaca. She had been a member of the Waupaca V.F.W. Auxiliary and the former Waupaca Chapter of the Order of The Eastern Star. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting. In accordance with her wishes no services will be scheduled at this time. Inurnment of her cremains will be in the Lind Center Cemetery. Memorials can be directed to the Waupaca V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary in the name of Elizabeth J. Cornell. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca, WI is assisting the family with arrangements. The family of Elizabeth expresses a special thank you to the staff of Bethany Home for the loving care given to Elizabeth over the past five years.
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