Kenneth Mitchell Cordle

Kenneth Mitchell Cordle, age 73, of Pensacola Beach, Florida, passed away on Friday, February 20th, 2026, surrounded by family.

Born on April 29th, 1952, in Rome, Georgia, Kenneth was the youngest child of Joel Ed and Frances Cordle.

He lived a life filled with deep faith, devotion, and love for his family. He was known for his unwavering dedication to those he loved, his joy for the beach, Duke basketball, and Atlanta Braves baseball.

He married Joan Kaye Cannon on August 2nd, 1975, and together they built a beautiful life filled with 50 years of love, laughter, and family.

Kenneth was the proud father of Joshua Damien and Mitchell Dustin, who were the center of his world.

Throughout his life, "Mitch" dedicated himself to his career at Georgia Power / Southern Company at Plant Hammond, retiring after 41 years of service. He was recognized as the Employee With the Most Overtime in the state of Georgia-a testament to his hard work and commitment.

Mitch found joy in football, baseball, basketball, church league softball, tennis, and "side yard ball" with his sons and the neighborhood kids. His presence brought warmth, encouragement, and kindness to everyone blessed to know him.

Kenneth is survived by his loving wife, Joan Kaye Cordle; his sons, Joshua Damien Cordle (Sara Cordle) and Mitchell Dustin Cordle (Rachel Cordle); and his grandchildren, Lleyton, Norah, Piper, Sebastian, Jason, and Brayden (Makayla).

He is also survived by his brother, Dr. Mike Cordle (Kandyss Cordle), along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family whom he loved dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joel and Frances Cordle, and his brother, Greg Cordle.

A private burial service will be held on Thursday, February 26th, 2026, at Rose Lawn Funeral Home in Gulf Breeze, Florida, at 10:00 AM.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Rome, Georgia, at Fellowship Church, 314 Burnett Ferry Road SW, on Saturday, February 28th, 2026.

Receiving of friends will take place from 12:00-2:00 PM, with the service beginning at 2:30 PM.

Family and friends are invited to gather, remember, and honor the beautiful life of Kenneth Mitchell Cordle.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

"We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose." - Romans 8:28