Obituary: Cornehl, Barbara Ann
Barbara was born in Brewster, WA on August 28, 1934.
She is survived by her brothers, John (Nancy) Cornehl and Howard (Nan) Cornehl.
She took on the role of grandmother to Brian, Allan and Michael Johnson.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Iris Cornehl.
Barbara graduated from Whitworth College with a BA in Music and a Master’s in Education.
She taught Music and Chorus for 30 years, 27 of them at North Pines Jr. High.
She received many honors and recognitions.
It was there she met her best friend of 55 years, Phyllis Newton.
She enjoyed traveling, sports, playing the piano for Church, and writing songs.
Barbara had a deep love for God.
She was the true definition of a selfless person.
There are no words that can describe how greatly she will be missed.
Barbara was a member of the Spokane Dream Center Church, 2128 N. Pines Rd., where her Memorial will be held on October 23, 2015 at 1 p.m. Alongside her will be Phyllis Newton, who passed six days prior.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to North Pines Jr. High Music Department.