My precious Aunt Bevie (Mildred Cornutt) passed away this morning joining her husband, her twin sister and many other family members and friends in the Heavenly choir. Her body is once again whole with no more cancer, pain or suffering for which I'm very grateful. At the same time I, along with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, am left broken hearted at the thought of facing this world without being able to hear her laughter and see her million dollar smile. 
Throughout her life she was the epitome of a loving wife and mother, trusted friend and confidant. You couldn't meet her without instantly loving her and becoming an unofficial part of her family. She and I would talk for hours, solving all of life's problems, we would laugh until our sides hurt, and shared countless numbers of recipes with each other. Sometimes we would just hang out together and always ended up at Pruetts (her favorite place to eat) for lunch or an early supper. As a kid, my dad, (her brother) always said I looked like her when she was a young girl. That was such a compliment for me! I am a better person for having walked in her shadow. She will always be a part of me as I carry her advice and life lessons in my heart. I love you Aunt Bevie and I miss you already!
Peggy Williamson Preston

My grandmother was one of the strongest women I ever knew. She could be going through the worst times and still hold it together and get things done. She wasn't a complainer and loved with her whole heart. She also told things like they were because her filter was COMPLETELY broken like mine. She taught me to crochet, tried to teach me to tat and knit, always made me tomato soup when I was sick, and embarrassed the crap out of me when she gave me my first bra at my birthday party in front of all my friends. She had the cleanest house I've ever seen and a crisper drawer that was always full of candy. 
Her fight with cancer ended today and Jesus welcomed her into His arms. She is pain free and enjoying heaven along side her husband and countless other family members. We are broken but she is rejoicing. Pray for us as we miss her and thank God with us that her suffering is over.
Melody Cornutt Oakley

I've waited a few days to try and say how much I've learned, and how much I'll miss my mother-in-law. First of all, I called her Grandmother. When I had children, she was already called that by her older grandchildren. As I taught my children her name, it was natural to refer to her that way myself. Only once did she point out that she wasn't old enough to be my grandmother, but she began to sign her cards to me as such. If I could have called her anything else, it would simply be friend.
Grandmother was an example of how Proverbs 31 talks about a woman. She put her husband and children first. Her house was so clean, I was nervous when she came to visit in mine. Of course she never noted anything out of place, she just came in, loved on us and made us laugh.
In the last few years, after my parents died, she took on their role. She loved me unconditionally. She always welcomed my company. She loved my grandchildren with her whole heart. She was my friend.
When I would call, she would say I had ESP, that she was thinking of me. When I asked if she needed company, she always said yes. When we were together, we laughed, even giggled like little girls. She understood me and always let me tell her my heart. Sadly, she never made a cook out of me, but she did point out some new eating places that she'd discovered and we shared meals from there.
Grandmother was my other mother. I knew she loved me and we enjoyed being together. When she was sick, she wouldn't complain, she was happy and asking about my family and my church. No matter what I ever said, good or bad, she never condemned me or made me feel bad, even though, looking back, she had ample opportunity to do so. Let me make it clear, however, that she never minced words. If she had an opinion about something, she said it. Sometimes the way she said it cracked me up! Her thoughts were, If you always say what you mean, you never have to lie, and you never have to try to remember what you told someone.
My days now have a hole in them. My phone has a number that I long to call. I didn't lose a mother-in-law, I lost a precious friend. Her last words to me were, Cheryl, I'm counting my days. I repeated, You're counting your days? She said, Ah huh. I said, What are you looking forward to? Her reply was, Heaven. I know that she's there now. I know she's in unbelievable happiness and joy. I wouldn't wish her back here in the pain she was in, BUT I miss her sassy self, my lunch partner, my confidant, my friend, her laughter, her welcoming spirit. To live is Christ, and she lived for him. To die is gain and she surely gained freedom, wholeness, joy, a new body, and life everlasting with Christ. She smilingly told me she was going to tell my Mother on me when she got to heaven, and the thought of those two talking again makes me smile. I just want her to make sure she talks to Pop too. He needs to know what I've been up to without him!
To be loved is the greatest gift we have on earth. I thank Grandmother for loving me and letting me feel it every day.

Earlier today, September 6, 2016, my grandmother Mildred (Bevie) Cornutt went to live with Jesus. Now she is cancer free and walking with Jesus and Pawpaw.   She was one of the toughest women I have ever known, and I learned much from her that I am so thankful for. We love you Grandmother! Have a great time 'till we meet again.'  
Sandy Janik

Today we said goodbye one last time. My Aunt Bevie was a special woman. She and mom were so close. Not only were they twins, they were best friends. I love them both. I miss you already Aunt Bevie. I love my family. I'm so thankful we were able to share this time together today. Thank you Jim Cornutt, Cheryl Allen Cornutt, and Frank Cornutt for sharing her house with "the cousins" one more time. It was a special time and I'm glad I got to be a part of it. Love to you all.
Donna Higgins

My Daddy's mother passed away yesterday. Grandmother is what I called her. There have already been so many beautiful sentiments written about her by various family members it doesn't seem necessary to add my personal thoughts, but she meant a lot to me so I will. 
My Grandmother was blunt and to the point. She didn't try to impress anyone with her appearance, her home or her cars. She was who she was and she was fine with that. She loved her family and would do anything for them, and she did. 
Although a Godly woman, she didn't roll over and allow people to walk all over her. You knew what she was thinking whether you wanted to or not, and whether it was appropriate or not. 
She would not back down from an argument. This is what I loved the most about this set of my Grandparents. She and my grandfather, Emmett, would bicker back and forth about the same old things over and over again. I loved it because this bickering taught me that just because you love someone with all of your heart it doesn't mean you can't disagree with them. (Truth be told, I also was never able to discern who won these arguments because in the end it just ended. No resentment, no anger, no hurt feelings to try and mend. Unfortunately, this is one thing I didn't get from her. )
She was frugal but there was always plenty. 
She was happy. No matter what, she was always happy. 
I know that she is happiest now, and I am happy for her. 
I am so thankful to have had her in my life and 43 years seems too brief a time, but I know her influence will be with me until we reunite in Glory. 
I love you Grandmother!
Kathy Cornutt Hayes

Jim, Frank and Sylvia, so sorry for the loss of your Mother, Mildred. She had been my friend for just about 80 years. This was through church and school. Always had a sweet smile and could cook when she was just a little girl. One of the best cooks around. Loved Mildred so much, now she and our Lisa can have good talks about Ala. City. God bless.

To the Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Sylvia and family,   I am so sorry for your loss - I only knew her through you Sylvia but I knew she was a special lady - and I know where she is today.  Will be praying for your family.  Love you Sylvia

Sylvia and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you during this time.

So sorry for the family's loss, but so happy for her gain!  She was always a beautiful southern lady and very gracious to me.  The last time I saw her was at Brandon's kids birthday Andy was 2 and Emma 4, and Bevie and I talked and had a good visit.  She just laughed at me for having blond hair and I told her blond was the new gray...she loved that!  God bless you all, love you!

OBITUARIO

Mildred Williamson Cornutt

7 febrero, 1931 – 6 septiembre, 2016

Collier-Butler Funeral Home

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