Wendell Eugene Burrell Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Wendell Eugene Burrell of Cornelia, Georgia is shared. Wendell, born on October 23, 1948, passed away on November 10, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wendell Eugene Burrell to pay them a last tribute.
Wendell will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Wendell by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Wendell is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Wendell’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Leonard Roscoe Burrell and Mary Helen James Burrell; wife: Deborah Morris Burrell; sons: Chad Tench (Lori) and Brent Tench; grandchildren: Hope Tench, Cole Tench, and Brealla Tench; brother: Keith Burrell; sisters: Nancy Green, Judy Chosewood, and Jane Gulley (Joe); brothers-in-law: Max Chosewood and Joe Gulley; other: Phil Green; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Sunday, November 15th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home (175 VFW Rd, Cornelia, GA 30531). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, November 15th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Sunday, November 15th 2026 from 3:15 PM to 3:30 PM at the Level Grove Cemetery (121 Cemetery Dr, Cornelia, GA 30531).
