Cornelius Vance

Cornelius Preston Vance “Cornell” 

1960 ~ 2026

Cornelius P. Vance, 66, of Flatwoods, Kentucky went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday April 7, 2026, at U of L Health-Mary & Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky following an extended illness.  

He was born February 20,1960, in Ashland, Kentucky, to the late Randolph Vance Sr. and Lucille Combs Vance.  

Cornell was proceeded in death by his brothers, Randolph Vance Jr. of Flatwoods, Ky., Dwight D. Vance, Michael R. Vance, Phillip B. Vance, Gary P. Vance, Steven D.  Vance all of Russell, Ky., and Matthew M. Vance of Ashland, Ky.  

Cornell is survived by his sisters, Angela L. Greathouse of Ashland, Ky, Alesia R. Hutchinson of Flatwoods, Ky and Anita R. Large of Greenup Ky., one brother, Greg Vance of Springfield Mo., and many nieces and nephews.

He will be sadly missed by all.  

Cornell was also referred to as “Wally” throughout his life. He suffered from various disabilities since birth. Many of his adult years, he resided at Oakwood Care Facility in Somerset, Ky., where he developed many friends. He was known for enjoying his ballcaps, harmonicas, stuffed animals and listening to his rock and roll stations.  

Cornell has been, and will aways be considered, in every sense, a very precious person to his family and all that new him.  

There are no scheduled services currently. 

A memorial service will be held by the family on a later date.    

Wright’s Funeral Home in Greenup, Ky has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.wrightsfuneralhome.com 

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