Brenda Cleo Cordell, age 79, of Sumiton, Alabama, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, while residing with her daughter in Alabaster, Alabama. Graveside Service will beat Dilworth Cemetery on Wednesday, April 08, 2026 at 11:00 am visitation will be at Bell Sumiton Chapel from 9:00 am till 10:30am. Bro. Hollis Alexander will officiating.
Brenda was born in Alabama to the late Thurman Lee Harris and Alethia May Harris. She later made her home in Sumiton, Alabama, where she married the love of her life, Harley Cordell, and proudly raised her family. Brenda devoted many years of service to her community as a Child Nutrition Program (CNP) worker at Sumiton Elementary School, where she served for 15 years before retiring. She was known for her caring heart, dedication to children, and the kindness she shared with everyone she met.
Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Thurman Lee and Alethia May Harris; her beloved husband, Harley Cordell; her sons, Harley “Joey” Cordell, David Shaun Cordell, and infant son Gregory Cordell; her brother, Kenny Harris; her sister, Mary Fay Speegle, and other cherished family members.
She is survived by her loving child, Tabitha Ann Tennant (Edward); her grandchildren, Candice Michelle Guajardo (Iggy), Stacy Dawn Cox (John), Joseph Dee Moncrief (Mechelle), Steven Cordell, and Shelley Tatum; as well as multiple great-grandchildren and another great-granddaughter on the way.
Brenda is also survived by her siblings, Elaine Bradshaw, JoAnn Hendon Jodoin, Jackie Harris, Janice Smith, Donna Shrewsbury, Darlene Cain, Mary Ellen, George Harris, Freddie Harris, and Ricky Harris, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members who loved her dearly.
Brenda will be remembered for her love of family, her warm spirit, and the many lives she touched throughout her life. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Flowers may be sent to Bell’s Funeral Home in Sumiton, Alabama.
