Brenda Faye Cornwell

Brenda Faye Cornwell, age 82, of Tallmansville, WV, died Monday, August 25, 2025, at her home.

She was born on December 1, 1942, in Rainelle, WV, a daughter of the late David and Paula V. Westfall Goodwin.

On October 7, 1962, she was united in marriage to Douglas L. Cornwell, who survives.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by two sons: Darryl Lawrence Cornwell and Bryan Lee Cornwell; one brother Robert Goodwin; and one sister Cheryl Wotring.

Brenda enjoyed gardening, especially flowers.

A graveside service and interment will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the Buckhannon Memorial Park, with Chaplain Todd Syruws officiating.

Online condolences may be extended to the Cornwell family at www.heavnerandcutright.com. The Cornwell family entrusted the Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel with the arrangements.

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