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A Celebration of His Life will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. Public Visitation will be in the chapel from 4-6pm and The Private Family Hour will begin at 6pm.
Due to the increased activity with the coronavirus pandemic only 25 people will be allowed in the building at a time during the visitation, you may be required to wait until others leave the building. Only 25 designated people will be allowed to remain in the building for Family Hour. The State of Wisconsin mandates for the safety and security of all guests, that those in attendance are required to wear a face covering and observe social distancing requirements.
We thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation during this difficult time.
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Racine, WI – Cornell Person, age 66 passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020. He was born on November 19, 1953, in Racine, Wisconsin to Elbert L. Person and Annie W. (nee: Lewis Williams) Person. Cornell Person was united in marriage to Anita Bert Merriweather on June 30, 1989. He was affectionately known as “Peany” by family and friends. He was a kid at heart who believed that ice cream could be served as breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. He lived in a world of his own, set his own rules and kept his circle small.
He leaves to cherish his memory 2 children, Richard Locke of Canton, OH and Raydel Locke of Miami, FL; 3 grandchildren Jordan Locke of Newport News, VA, Layla Locke of Philadelphia, PA and Daiyanna Locke of Suffolk, VA; his sister Margie (Lawrence) Hood of Racine, WI.; 2 brothers Elbert Person Jr. of Milwaukee, WI and Tyrone Person of Racine, WI.; brother in law Leroy A. Williams Sr. of Racine, WI and his sister in law Desire’ Person of Milwaukee, WI. He is further survived by a host of loving nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his wife Anita Person; father Elbert L Person; mother, Annie W. Person; sister, Carol Ann Williams; brother, Johnny Person; paternal grandparents Lewis S. and Jencie Person and his maternal grandparents Lizzie B. Alexander and Hunter Williams.
A Celebration of His Life will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. Public Visitation will be in the chapel from 4-6pm and The Private Family Hour will begin at 6pm.
Due to the increased activity with the coronavirus pandemic only 25 people will be allowed in the building at a time during the visitation, you may be required to wait until others leave the building. Only 25 designated people will be allowed to remain in the building for Family Hour. The State of Wisconsin mandates for the safety and security of all guests, that those in attendance are required to wear a face covering and observe social distancing requirements.
We thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation during this difficult time.
Michelle Person Williams & Family says
My family and I send our condolences to the entire Person family for the loss of Cornell. He had a great heart and a beautiful smile.
Desire’ Person says
My condolences to the whole family! We will miss you little brother. Prayers will be lifted up to console the family and please know that I Love You. We know God will welcome you with open arms as you see mom, Carol and Johnny.
Carolyn Carr-Warren says
My deepest condolences to your family. May you find comfort in knowing that warm thoughts and sympathy are with you. Hoping that sweet memories and love gives comfort and healing with time.
Mona Lisa Williams says
We love you Uncle Peany Rest In Peace ❤
Mae Tucker Williams says
My sincere condolences… Prayers for the family and all who loved him.
Shawn Turner-McClairn says
My condolences to the Person Family; praying for your strength during this time. May God continue to guide you and keep you. God Bless you; Love from the Turner Family, Shawn Turner-McClairn and family.
Sharon says
Praying for the family.From the Shelton Family
Joanne Powell & Family says
Praying that God strengthen the family as we celebrate the life of cousin Peany…He will be missed.
Robert Hicks (Bub )And Family. says
R. I. P. MY Brother….. I Remember When You Use To Come On The Stephen Bull Playground To Coach US Playing Softball……Then Years Later Your BrotherTyrone Coached Us For Rose Black And Tan.
Robert Hayes and family says
To the Person family. You are in our prayers .
Davidson &Campbell family says
Prayers for the family 🙏🙏
From Racine street family
Our condolences.
Anonymous says
Thanks to all for condolences and prayers.
Willie J. Person Jr. says
We will meet again in God house .
Uncle Willie (Skip) & Jovita Rogers says
Rest in peace nephew….you will be missed. Love Uncle Willie (Skip) Rogers.
Gloria Thomas says
Margie and family; you have my condolences and God bless.
Maggie Cobb says
My condolence go out to the family.May your wonderful memories sustain you during this difficult time .
Joyce Shelton Smith says
Sorry for your loss Person family.