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CORNISH: Bill of RR2 Ailsa Craig

March 16, 2019 By Haskett Funeral Homes 67 Condolences

CORNISH: Bill of RR2 Ailsa Craig

At LHSC-Victoria Hospital on Friday, March 15, 2019 of RR2 Ailsa Craig at the age of 66. Beloved husband of Jane (Lockyer) Cornish for 44 years. Dear father of Jamie Cornish and Brenda McDonald of Corbett, and Jennifer Cornish and Trent Mercer of Kitchener. Adored grandpa of Tyler, Rayna and Shea. Loved son-in-law of Bernice Lockyer of Lucan. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Christina and Stephen Smith of Strathmore, Alberta, Bruce and Cathy Cornish of Lucan, Bob Cornish and Sharon Campbell of Exeter, Brian Cornish of London, Joan Cochrane of Kitchener, and Bill Lockyer of Leamington.

Visitation will be at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Monday evening from 6-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday March 19th at 11 AM with Rev. Darrell Shaule officiating.

If desired donations to Brinsley United Church or London Health Sciences Foundation – LRCP Patient Assistance Program would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Brenda and Gord Moon

    March 29, 2019 at 12:19 AM

    Jane and families, and the Cornish families,

    So very sorry to hear of your loss of Bill. Please know you are in our thoughts.

  2. Kathy McFarLand

    March 25, 2019 at 8:21 PM

    My prayers and thoughts are with you.Bill was a kind ,gentle, hard working man It was my priveledge to be a friend.

  3. Doug& Noreen Smith and family and Floyd Riley

    March 21, 2019 at 12:26 PM

    Sending heart felt condolences to the whole Cornish family. May all fond memories help this tragic loss a bit easier

  4. Dinah Lightfoot & Ken Dixon

    March 19, 2019 at 6:59 PM

    So sorry to hear of Bils passing. Our condolences Jane to you and your family. May he RIP

  5. Joyce Sovereign

    March 19, 2019 at 6:40 PM

    Dear Jane and family ,also the Cornish siblings,was so sorry to read of your husband,Dad , Grandpa and brother’s death, at such a young age .Sending my sympathy to each one of you at this sad time .May God comfort you all in the days and months ahead

  6. Jack Hoornick

    March 19, 2019 at 4:25 PM

    Jane and family.
    So very sorry for your loss. Bill was a friend and good neighbour. I always enjoyed his humour and quick wit. He will be missed.
    Jack Hoornick Libby Wallis

  7. The Boylans

    March 19, 2019 at 1:32 PM

    We are so sorry for your loss. Glad we have such great family like you… you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  8. Paul & Shirley Hodgson

    March 19, 2019 at 12:53 PM

    So sorry for your loss

  9. Les and Carol Hartle

    March 18, 2019 at 9:11 PM

    So sorry to hear of Bills passing so young. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We just found out tonight.

  10. Deb and Rob Andrews

    March 18, 2019 at 9:04 PM

    To the entire Cornish family..
    Thinking of you all at one of life’s most difficult times.
    May you all find peace while you remember all the good times you’ve had witb Bill as a husband, dad, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend.
    Cherish those memories forever..

  11. Gary & Gerry Parsons

    March 18, 2019 at 8:53 PM

    Bruce and Cathy,
    We were sad to hear of your brother Bill’s passing. You have our deepest condolences.
    Gary & Gerry Parsons

  12. Jean Deluce

    March 18, 2019 at 8:22 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss Jane & family. I met you & Bill many years ago when I was married to Gord Bieber& he knew Bill for many years when he had his trucking business. I was shocked to hear of this sad news. You are in my prayers & thoughts.

  13. Florence Grant-Hirsche

    March 18, 2019 at 7:55 PM

    Jane, Jamie and Jennifer
    The nicest family has lost the greatest guy. So sorry to hear of the loss of Bill . Our thoughts are with you . Dan and Florence Hirsche, Ahmic Harbour

  14. Carol , George, James and Ken Pucula

    March 18, 2019 at 7:53 PM

    Jane and family
    We were sorry to hear of your loss.

  15. jack triebner

    March 18, 2019 at 7:09 PM

    Our condolence to the Cornish Family ‘
    To Bob and friend Sharon , Sorry to hear about your Brother passing .

    From your friends Betty Blue and Jack Triebner

  16. Jim and Maureen Craig

    March 18, 2019 at 7:07 PM

    Jane , we are very sorry to hear about Bill, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  17. Donna Dixon

    March 18, 2019 at 6:11 PM

    Jane and family, our thoughts are prayers are with you at this most difficult time
    Jim and Donna Dixon

  18. Todd,Tammy,Ryan and Kaitlin Lewis

    March 18, 2019 at 2:57 PM

    Jane, Jamie, Jen
    We are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing, Are thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

    Todd,Tammy,Ryan & Kaitlin Lewis

  19. Glen Smith

    March 18, 2019 at 1:32 PM

    Today I will visit a friend.
    Jane and family. I am so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I have thought of you often. My prayers are with you today and each day moving forward. Bill will surely be missed by all who knew him . I remember him for his great sense of humor. He could light up a room with his laughter. I will miss and remember that.

  20. Pat and Dan Campbell

    March 18, 2019 at 12:16 PM

    Jane, Jamie, Jennifer and family–so sorry to read of Bill’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  21. Marion Barr

    March 18, 2019 at 11:24 AM

    Jane. I am so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

  22. Dan Heywood

    March 18, 2019 at 11:06 AM

    To Bob and Bruce and family My sincere condolences on Bills passing. Im sure you have a lot of good memories to help you at this tough time. Gone too young! Boomer!

  23. Jim and Helen Hearn

    March 18, 2019 at 11:03 AM

    Jane and family,
    Our sincere sympathy to your entire family. We were so sorry to read of Bill’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
    Jim and Helen

  24. Sharon & John Mannering

    March 18, 2019 at 5:47 AM

    Jane and Family: Taken too soon. May your memories sustain you in the days to come. And know that Bill is with the Lord, watching over you and your family.

  25. Tracy Hayter

    March 17, 2019 at 10:58 PM

    Jane, Chris,Bob,Brian and Families

    I am in shock to hear about Bill. He will be missed. My thoughts are with you and yours are with you at this most difficult time.

  26. Jim& Cheryl hickson

    March 17, 2019 at 10:55 PM

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

  27. Ruth Edwards

    March 17, 2019 at 10:12 PM

    Jane, Jamie, Jen and the rest of the Cornish clan:
    Many wonderful memories of dances and card games.
    Love and prayers.

  28. Storme & Jack Berg

    March 17, 2019 at 9:36 PM

    We were so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much he loved you.

  29. Lowell and Jackie ( Pennington ) Penner

    March 17, 2019 at 9:01 PM

    So try for the passing oBill, Our Deepest Sympathy to the Cornish Family

  30. Alex and Deb Hyde

    March 17, 2019 at 8:56 PM

    Sorry to hear about Bill. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time
    In sympathy

  31. Linda

    March 17, 2019 at 7:52 PM

    So sorry Jane . our sympathy to u and family. He will be missed.
    Linda and Jim Mclam . Ahmic Harbour

  32. Dennis and Cindy White

    March 17, 2019 at 7:49 PM

    Jane , Jennifer , Jamie and families,
    We are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We will be keeping you in our thoughts
    and prayers during this difficult time.
    Dennis and Cindy White

  33. Patty Dowling

    March 17, 2019 at 7:02 PM

    Jane and family, So sorry to hear about Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Xo

  34. William and Helen Delorme

    March 17, 2019 at 5:02 PM

    William and Helen (Hodgins) Delorme

    Jane and Family
    Sorry to hear of your loss. Our Thoughts and Prayers are
    with you during this difficult time. Also to Bruce & Kathy , Bob & Sharon,
    Brian and Joan.

  35. Greg and Linda Lewis

    March 17, 2019 at 4:42 PM

    Condolences to all affected by this loss, hard to believe. He will be missed, his generosity and straight talk was refreshing. I will miss the good times sitting in the shop with him in spirited conversation. Jane, Jennifer or Jamie feel free to call on us any time,,,, Thoughts and Prayers being sent your way in these troubling times, Linda and Greg Lewis

  36. Bernie & Cheryl

    March 17, 2019 at 3:47 PM

    Jane Jamie Jen so sorry to hear of Bills passing. So many good years as neighbors in Brinsley with backhoe Billy always there. Our thoughts are with you.

  37. Casey and Terri Van Massenhoven and Family

    March 17, 2019 at 3:37 PM

    Jane, Jamie and Jenn,

    We are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Sending you our deepest condolences and thinking of you all during this difficult time.

  38. Fred and Brenda Smith

    March 17, 2019 at 1:21 PM

    Jane and Families
    Sorry to hear of Bills passing always keep the good times close to your heart
    The Smiths

  39. Jeff & Teresa Young

    March 17, 2019 at 12:28 PM

    Jane and family Sorry to hear of your loss our thoughts and prayers to you all

  40. Ray & Sue Heffernan

    March 17, 2019 at 11:03 AM

    Jane, Jamie & Jenn and Family Our Deepest Sympathy on the passing of Bill, Husband, Father, Grandpa & Brother, So Sorry to hear this terrible news Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You during this very difficult time, Hold close your memories .
    Ray & Sue Heffernan

  41. Liz Hodgins & Alan Gates

    March 17, 2019 at 10:32 AM

    Jane & Families,

    We are sadden to hear about Bill. Sorry we can’t be there to pay our respects in person but know you will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Big hugs.

  42. Barry & Carolyn Southcott

    March 17, 2019 at 8:57 AM

    Dear Jane, Jamie and Jenn. We are so saddened to read of Bill’s passing. May your love , family, friends and faith give you strength in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  43. Mary Bowers

    March 17, 2019 at 8:10 AM

    I’m saddened for your loss. “Trucker Bill” will certainly be missed in Ahmic Harbour.
    Rest In Peace Bill.

  44. Bill Cochrane

    March 17, 2019 at 6:20 AM

    Dear Jane,Jamie and Jennifer, so sorry for your sudden lost of your husband and father.

  45. Bill & Karen Cornelissen

    March 17, 2019 at 6:01 AM

    Jane & family
    So sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy to everyone.

  46. Mike & Colleen Wraith

    March 17, 2019 at 3:16 AM

    Jane, Jamie, Jennifer and families
    It saddens me to hear about Bill. You’ve been thought about so many times throughout Bill’s illness. Sorry Mike & I can’t be there to pay our respects in person but know you will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

  47. Ric Bell

    March 16, 2019 at 11:22 PM

    To Bills family our thoughts and prayers he was a great guy will be missed Ric and Sharon

  48. Sue & Brad Frankum

    March 16, 2019 at 10:58 PM

    Angels are always near to those who are grieving to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hands of God.

    Our deepest sympathies to the Cornish Family.

  49. Linda Upcott nee Hodgins

    March 16, 2019 at 10:52 PM

    Sorry to hear the news. Sending you wishes and condolences.

  50. Ruth Slater

    March 16, 2019 at 10:04 PM

    +Dear Jane, Jamie, Jenn and families. So sorry to hear of your loss. Many good memories of spending time together.
    Saying prayers, wishing you well.

  51. Mousumi

    March 16, 2019 at 9:56 PM

    My condolences to you n your family. Let me know if you need me around. Take care.

  52. Alex and Donna Westman

    March 16, 2019 at 9:33 PM

    Sincere condolences to Bill’s family

  53. Ron & Ann Walker

    March 16, 2019 at 8:50 PM

    We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our love and condolences to everyone! Jane, Jamie, Jen and families!
    The memories of all will be many and as varied as there are people on the earth! God Bless!

  54. Bernadette and Art Mercer

    March 16, 2019 at 8:17 PM

    Dear Jane and Family: Our sincere sympathy in your recent loss of Bill. Our thoughts are with you. So young for ones life to end. May the many memories you have comfort you all in the days to follow.

  55. Barry and Denise Millman

    March 16, 2019 at 7:47 PM

    Jane and family
    Denise and I are very saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. Although we have not seen much of you guys over the years, you were always in our heart.
    I remember many good times as a teenager with Bill doing some silly stuff for sure.
    Our deepest condolence.

  56. Don &Edith Lewis

    March 16, 2019 at 7:19 PM

    Jane and Family, Bruce and Cathy and Cornish Family,

    We are sorry to hear that Bill has passed away.
    Cherish His memories and He will always be in your hearts.
    Sending our sincere condolence to You All.

    Don and Edith Lewis & Family

  57. Terry & Penny Millman

    March 16, 2019 at 6:52 PM

    Penny and I are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of our friend Bill. Our friendship expanded 50+ years. Regardless of time and distance, each and every time we got together, it would be like we had never been apart. Bill has taken a piece of us with him . Jane, Jamie and Jenn, please accept our most sincere condolences knowing that our prayers our with you always.

  58. Doug and Mary Lee and Family

    March 16, 2019 at 6:42 PM

    So sorry to hear that Bill is gone. Tough to believe that a strong guy like him could go so quickly. The neighborhood has lost another legend. Beneath that tough exterior was a heart of gold. So many memories of great times.

  59. Rob Riley

    March 16, 2019 at 6:17 PM

    Jane and Family
    Sorry to hear about Bill!

  60. Gary&Linda Hayter

    March 16, 2019 at 5:59 PM

    Jane and family. Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Bill,s passing. Far to young. Please except our condolence. Our thought,s and prayer,s are with you all at this time. Sorry we are still in Flordia, so won’t be able to make it to visitation.

  61. Murray and Edith Yeo

    March 16, 2019 at 5:24 PM

    Jane, Jamie, Jenn and families Bruce, Cathy and family

    So very sorry to read of Bill’s passing. Many memories to reminisce with about the kids all growing up together.

    Keeping you in our thoughts.

  62. Nancy Morrison

    March 16, 2019 at 5:08 PM

    Jane and Family

    So very sorry to here of Bill’s passing.

    I’ve known both of you since childhood days and as a neighbor in Brinsley.

    I admired Bill for his old trucks and cars in your lane..

    Memories to enjoy

    Nancy and Family

  63. Glenn - Sharleen Phillips

    March 16, 2019 at 4:34 PM

    Jane and Family
    So sorry to hear of Bills passing remember the good times.Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

  64. Joan and Bob Finkbeiner

    March 16, 2019 at 4:22 PM

    Jane a nd family. Sorry to hear of Bill our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time God Bless

  65. Ettie Ramsay

    March 16, 2019 at 3:59 PM

    Jane and family, we are shocked and saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences . You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  66. Leigh-Anne and Marco Stewart

    March 16, 2019 at 3:55 PM

    We are sorry for your loss and all yous had to go through. We are thinking of you and all of your families.
    Marco, Leigh-Anne, Samantha
    and Morghan Stewart

  67. Eric & Sue Gerber

    March 16, 2019 at 3:39 PM

    So sorry for the passing of Bill. He was a straight shooter, but very generous. We will miss him.

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