Jackie James Cornwell
November 18, 1935 - May 13, 2020
Graveside service for Jackie James Cornwell, 84, of Clayton, LA will be held at Jena Cemetery on May 16, 2020 at 2PM with Bishop Gary Howington officiating, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home. Jackie Cornwell was born on Monday, November 18, 1935 in Enterprise, LA and passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 in Alexandria, LA. Jackie was a retired Pentecostal preacher, oilfield worker, and farmer. He was an avid outdoors-man who loved hunting and fishing. Jackie proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War/Conflict. He is preceded in death by his father, James W. Cornwell; mother, Lena L. Cornwell; ex-wife, Barbara Tucker; wife, Peggy E. Cornwell; two brothers, Ralph Cornwell and William Cornwell; three sisters, Pinky Cornwell, Bonnie Cornwell, and Irene C. Boyd; and great-grandson, Kristopher J. Becenel. He leaves behind his two daughters, Lena "Candy" Cornwell Geter & Lesley Vincent of Clayton, LA and Shannon Cornwell Green & her husband Freddie of Ferriday, LA; son, Jackie Cornwell of Ferriday, LA; three brothers, Wayne Cornwell of Milford, Delaware, Jesse M. Cornwell, Sr. & his wife Dolly of Wichita, KS, and Larry Cornwell & his wife Mollie of Wichita, KS; two sisters, Ilene Buckles & her husband Richard Glidden of Natchez, MS and Carolyn "Tiny" Alfieri & her husband Lou of Brandon, MS; 7 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.comerfh.com
Graveside service for Jackie James Cornwell, 84, of Clayton, LA will be held at Jena Cemetery on May 16, 2020 at 2PM with Bishop Gary Howington officiating, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home. Jackie Cornwell was born on Monday, November... View Obituary & Service Information