Edward F. Cornell Obituary
The memory of Edward F. Cornell of Cranston, Rhode Island, who passed away on September 17, 2025 at the age of 100, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Edward F. Cornell to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his wife Veronica G. Cornell (Colarusso); his parents, Charles Cornell and Mary Cornell (McCartin); and his siblings, Thomas, Charles and Joseph Cornell.
He is survived by: his children, Donald E. Cornell (Karen) of Chapel Hill, NC, Patricia M. Baligian (Arlin) of Clermont, FL and Ann Murphy (Patrick) of Cranston; his grandchildren, Erin Horton (Josh), Rena Zito (Jim), Adam Baligian (Krissy), April Erb (Brittany), Shane Murphy and Dana Read (Richard); and his great grandchildren, Milo, Charlie, Athen and Hayden.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 23rd 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Nardolillo Funeral Home (1278 Park Ave, Cranston, RI 02910). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, September 23rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Immaculate Conception Church (237 Garden Hills Dr, Cranston, RI 02920). A burial was held on Tuesday, September 23rd 2025 at the St. Ann Cemetery (73 Church St, Cranston, RI 02920).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Immaculate Conception School, 235 Garden Hills Dr., Cranston, RI 02920.
