Joe Cornelius Sr., friend to many, was laid to rest Saturday, September 14, 2024 following a service that was a tribute to his life and service to a community he loved.

The Rev. T.J. Davis, pastor of Mt. Zion CME Church, Minden, led the formal ceremony that included scripture readings from the Old and New Testaments, as well as music and words of memories and tributes from friends and family members.

The funeral was held at 1 p.m. in First Baptist Church of Minden and burial took place in Sheppard Street Cemetery.