John Paul Cornell

Condolences

Bob Oswald writes,
Pat: When I saw that your father had died, my first thought was to congratulate him on a successful life of 97 years. Boy, what an accomplishment! I also remembered that he seemed to know he would have a long life. Did his mother live about as long? So sorry that your mother had to go thru what she went thru. John had a positive influence on lots of lives, maybe especially mine. For many years I knew my fate was in his hands. And he knew that I abhorred the possibility of being transferred to Charleston. (Hope you don’t find that offensive, but I was never a fan of WV.) And the devil in him never stopped threatening me with that fate, which never happened. Pat, I have inadvertently lost your contact info after our communications after Dave Gorin’s death. I would appreciate it if you would send it to me. Please let me know if I could assist in wrapping up loose ends in Wilmington for you. I have never respected anyone more than your dad. Bob Oswald 302.521.6930 [email protected]
06/11/2021 03:51 pm
Honey Linberg Fisher writes,
Please accept my deep sympathy on your father’s passing. I met John when your mom and my dad were in health care at Stonegates. He was always so attentive and affectionate to your mom which proved how devoted he was to her. He was truly a lovely man with strong love and character. I will remember him in my prayers.
06/13/2021 09:08 am
Helen-Anne Babiy writes,
Pat, What a great picture of your dad - just as I remember him! You mom and dad were a wonderful couple! Still think of your mom when I make mashed potatoes or hamburgers as she made the best and told me her secrets;-) I am so glad to have known them; as neighbors their home was my second home. My deepest condolences on your loss, and with much love to you, Helen-Anne
06/14/2021 03:01 pm
Bill Kenyon writes,
Pat , I read about your dad in paper —- so sorry for your loss . Bill Kenyon
06/14/2021 05:14 pm
Mike ODonnell writes,
John was a mentor and a good friend. We worked together at Columbia Gas for 15 challenging years during which the company struggled with seismic industry changes and internal cultuiral clashes. John was a steady hand through it all helping many of us have sucessful careeers dispite the turmoil. The last few years had to be difficult for John but he remained good natured and mentally sharpe. I'll miss him. Rest in peace old friend. Mike ODonnell
06/20/2021 07:47 am
Anna writes,
Dear Pat, I extend to you my sincerest sympathy in the the loss of your father and friend, Having been in and out of their house for about twenty years, I know the fine man that he was...the devoted and loving husband and the interested, caring father. He was a very responsible person. I will always remember both of your parents with fond regard. It was a privilege to have known them.
07/16/2021 02:45 pm
Joanette Collins Marino writes,
My Dad, Lloyd Collins (90) worked under Mr. Cornell at Columbia Gas in Charleston, WV in the Atlas Building on Quarrier Street downtown before the new building was built. He was talking about what a nice man he was and I found this obituary. We are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family and friends. Joanette Collins Marino June 12, 2022
06/13/2022 08:12 am
Joan (King) Kowalski writes,
Hello Pat! Your father was my mother's cousin (Elsie Gorrell King). Aunt Carrie was my grandmother's sister. She would write to me when I was young and always told me that I had the same birthday as your dad, March 4th! I used to hear about him from my mom...about his war service, and his accomplishments professionally. I spoke to him by phone when I was in Delaware for my cousin's wedding some years ago. We seemed to see Jack more often because he lived in Midland, Michigan. But we saw Nelle the most, when she would come with Aunt Carrie to Detroit to visit my Grandma. Please accept my condolences on your father's loss.
10/19/2024 02:19 pm