William Cornelison

Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, friend and much more. On March 2, 2022, God called him to his forever home at the age of 70.

Born in Springfield, Ohio to William Clyde and Betty Jane Cornelison on March 18, 1951, Bill did most of his growing up in Barstow. After graduating high school and on September 8, 1969, Bill joined the United States Marine Corps. He was honorably discharged on December 1, 1991 at the rank of GySgt. Bill was a proud Marine and took great pride in serving his country. At the beginning of his career he served two tours in Vietnam. Towards the end of his career, he served in the Gulf War.

Bill was presented with the following: National Defense Service Medal; Vietnam Service Medal/3rd award; Vietnam Campaign Medal w/Purple Heart/2nd award; Navy Unit Citation/2nd award; Good Conduct Medal; Meritorious Unit Citation. Bill continued to work at several jobs after he retired from the USMC.

Bill was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and assisted with Martha’s Meals and the soup kitchen.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Lupe.

He leaves two children – a son, Jeromie Cornelison (Nidia) and a daughter, Billie Jo “ BJ ” Almanza (David). Two grandsons – Jeromie William Cornelison and Gavin Nicholas Cornelison.

Siblings - Patti Jo; Leonteen; Joseph.

Deceased – Marvin and Timothy.

Many nieces, nephews and friends will dearly miss him, his sense of humor and his wonderful hugs.

Visitation will be held from 4 pm to 8 pm on Monday, March 28th at Mead Mortuary. Funeral Services will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 29th, starting at 10 am, followed by burial with fellowship and meal at the American Legion, 2181 Armory Rd.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.meadcares.com for the Cornelison family.

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