With deep love and grateful remembrance, the family announces the passing of Betty Ward Cornett, a cherished woman whose life was faithfully devoted to her family, her church, and most of all, her Lord. Betty's days were marked by kindness, steady faith, and a heart always ready to serve others.

Betty was a gentle soul whose love for Christ radiated through every aspect of her life. Whether offering a quiet prayer, sharing an encouraging word, or lending a helping hand, she lived her faith with grace and sincerity. Her presence brought warmth, comfort, and reassurance to all who knew her.

Her greatest joy was her family. She's survived by her daughter, Amy Cornett of the home; her son, Travis Cornett and wife Amanda; and her beloved grandchildren, whom she adored beyond measure: Brooklynn Hagie, Caleb Cornett, and Joseph Len Cornett.

She is also survived by her sisters, Peggy Nicely and husband Jim, and Stella Chambers and husband Darell; her brother, Harley Ward; her sister-in-law, Naomi Ward; and her best friend and pastor, Eric Cornett and wife Mary. Betty treasured her role as an aunt and is survived by a number of nieces and nephews whom she loved as her own.

Betty was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Len Cornett, with whom she shared forty-seven loving years of marriage; her parents Lonnie and Annie Ward; her brother, Russell Ward, and her niece, Tonya Nicely.

Though she has left this earthly home, Betty is now rejoicing in the presence of the Lord she faithfully served throughout her life. Her legacy of faith, love, and devotion will continue to shine in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

The family would like to express their appreciation to their church family for all of the support during Betty's illness, and to Medi Home Hospice and all of the caregivers who lovingly cared for her.

Funeral services will be conducted 3:00 Pm Sunday November 30, 2025, at Mountain Dale Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Mountain Dale Baptist Church Cemetery. Pastor Eric Cornett and Pastor Daniel Lawrence will officiate.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 3:00, prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Mountain Dale Baptist Church Mission Fund c/o of Travis Cornett 521 Bamboo Heights Boone, North Carolina 28607.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the services.