Kermit "Toby" Cornett, Sr.

Kermit "Toby" Cornett, Sr., age 77 of Salem, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 11:52 am, in Baptist Health Floyd New Albany.

Born January 27, 1944 in Manchester, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Robert H. and Lillie (Gay) Cornett.

He was a retired Logger, a member of Faith Baptist Church and had been a resident of Washington County for past 61 years, formerly of Manchester, Kentucky.

On November 20, 1993 he married Judy (Shopher) Cornett, who survives.

Also surviving are: 3 Sons: Kermit Cornett Jr. of Medora, Johnny Cornett of Salem and Jeff Cornett of Brownstown;  Daughter: Toby Jo Peacock of Austin; 
2 Brothers: Wilson and Clyde Cornett of Salem; 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Claby and Irvin Cornett, 1 grandson: Jason Cornett and 1 great granddaughter.

Funeral Service: 1:00 pm Wednesday at Dawalt Funeral Home, followed by interment in Walnut Ridge Cemetery.

Visitation: 4 to 8 pm Tuesday and after 10 am until the time of the service on Wednesday.

Memorial Contributions to:
Walnut Ridge Cemetery Association
C/O Harriet Bower
1741 Alexander Avenue
Salem, Indiana  47167

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