Cornelia Ann Land

Cornelia Ann Land, age 90, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, William and Cornelia Barnett, and was reunited in Heaven with her loving husband, Jack, who preceded her in death in 2022.

She is lovingly remembered by her children and their families: Angela (Dale) Flowers, and their children Brittany (Peter) Fashho (Emery, Gracie, and Mylo) and Caitlyn (Peter) Yasso (Jack); Tom (Camille) Land, and their children Joshua (Kimberly) Land (Calvin), Abbie (Shane) Savage (Teegan), Kristina (Nick) Ostrander (James and Freddie), Amanda (Adam) Chismar, and Ethan, Dominic, and Juliette; and Randy (Lynelle) Land, and their children Celise, Elicia, Haegan, and Stratton. She will also be greatly missed by her brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Judy Barnett; her brother- and sister-in-law, Harold and Joanne Voorhees; as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Born in Oxford, Mississippi in 1935, Ann graduated from Sardis High School and later attended Memphis State. It was during Jack’s time serving in the U.S. Navy, when his ship docked in Pensacola, Florida, that their story began. While attending a dance for service members on leave, Ann met the man who would become the love of her life. They stayed in touch and, in time, she traveled to Grand Rapids, MI to be with Jack and meet his family. Their relationship deepened, as did their faith, which led to a Christ-centered marriage of nearly 63 years.

Ann was completely devoted to creating a home where love, care, and Christ were prioritized in everyday life. She was a skilled homemaker while also working in the insurance and retail fields once her children were older. When grandchildren arrived, her love for family grew and expanded as she became a constant, steady presence in all their lives. Ann was a grandmother who made each of her grandchildren feel deeply loved and known. Her sense of humor and quick wit will be lovingly remembered.

In their later years, Ann and Jack moved to Sunset Manor where she spent the remainder of her life. Though she longed for her eternity with her Heavenly Father and with Jack, she remained a steady source of strength, humor, and devotion to those around her even in the throes of dementia. Ann’s family is very grateful for the care given to her through the Sunset Manor staff during these last challenging years of her life.

Ann’s legacy is one of quiet faithfulness, unconditional love, and a life poured out for others. She did not seek recognition, but her impact is seen in the family she nurtured and the home she and Jack built in Christ. The seeds of faith, love, and devotion she planted continue to grow in the lives of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She lived out the truth of Proverbs 31:28: “Her children arise and call her blessed.” Her family rejoices in knowing she is now at peace in the presence of her Savior, reunited with Jack, and hearing the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” (Matthew 25:23). Per Ann's wishes, a private family graveside service will take place. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.cookcaresgrandville.com in their guestbook online.