Carmen Immaculada Cortell Obituary
The family of Carmen Immaculada Cortell of Durham, North Carolina announces her passing on September 7, 2026. Carmen, born on July 27, 1959, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Carmen for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Carmen’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Vicente Barreres and Vicenta Miralles. She is survived by: her husband Jose Cortell; her daughters, Christina Keller and Cathryn Mattson; her granddaughter Caroline Mattson; and her sister Sally Martinez.
Visitation was held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Apex Funeral Home (550 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27502). A memorial service was held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be donated to a breast cancer charity such as Duke Cancer Institute or Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy can be shared below within "Add a Memory" for the Cortell family.
