Gene R. Cornett Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gene R. Cornett of Watauga, Tennessee, whose life came to an end on August 19, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Gene R. Cornett or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Jay Cornett and Myrtle Morris Cornett; his sons, David Cornett (Laura) of Knoxville, Marvin Cornett (Beth) of Watauga, Kenny Cornett (Trisha) of Elizabethton and Jimmy Cornett (Lindsey) of Bristol; his grandchildren, Cody Cornett of Knoxville, Justin Cornett of Elizabethton, Tyler Cornett of Elizabethton, Jimmy Cornett, Jr. of Bristol, Kensi Cornett of Elizabethton and Curtis Treadway of Elizabethton; and his siblings, Bill Cornett (Pat) of Sevierville, Bob Cornett (Treola) of Bluff City, Jerry Cornett (Margaret) of Watauga, Betty Rash of Elizabethton, Virgie Davidson of Watauga and Janice Simerly of Roan Mountain.
