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1931 - 2009
 John L. Cornett, 77, of Gallipolis, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2009, at
the Holzer Medical Center.
John was born Dec. 21, 1931, in Gallipolis and was a life long resident of
Gallipolis. He was the son of the late U.A. Cornett and Marie Cornett.
John is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ann, children, John (Marty)
Cornett, Jr. of Gallipolis, Ellen (Bob) Metcalfe of Herndon, Va., and
Michael (Gretchen) Cornett of St. Louis and eight grandchildren, Steven,
Annie, Emily, Kate, Urban, Blasé, Irene, and Louis. John is also survived
his brother Richard (Margie) Cornett of Gallipolis and sisters Peggy (Jack)
Bishop of Barnesville, Ohio, Pat (Bill) Kashouty of Lindale, Texas, and Rose
(George) Miller of Rochester, New York.
John was founder of Gallipolis Parts Warehouse, which operated 3
distribution centers, and president of G&J Auto Parts, founded by U.A.
Cornett, which operated 57 stores in Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia. John
also operated the Ohio Pallet Company in Meigs County Ohio for several years
after leaving the auto parts business.
John, along with his brother Richard, was named Gallia County "Men of the
Year" in 2001 by the Gallia County Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of
Gallipolis Golf Club, the Gallipolis Gun Club and St. Louis Catholic Church.
He also was a Third Degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus. He also prided
himself in being community-minded and giving back to the community.
Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 5, 2009 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9
p.m. at the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, 420 First Avenue, Gallipolis. Funeral
services will be Thursday, August 6, 2009, at 10 a.m. at the St. Louis
Catholic Church with Msgr. William Myers and Fr. Walter Heinz officiating.
Burial will be in the St. Louis Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made in John's honor
to one of the following: St. Louis Catholic Church Building Fund,
Gallipolis, Ohio 45631; Bossard Memorial Library, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631; or
a charity of your choice.
Pallbearers will be James McGrath, Thomas Bizon, James Bizon, Don Bizon, Tim
Bizon, George Bishop (all nephews) and Dick McCalla.
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There are currently 5 condolences.
Gary Cook
cookgm4@aol.com
Sunday October 5, 2014 at
1:28 AM
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Very sorry to hear about this wonderfull business man. As an AC Delco District Manager, I had the honor or calling oh his business.as a mfg rep.and rode on sales calls with his personnel. The thought me about the business.
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Henry and Adelaide Smith
Tuesday August 11, 2009 at
10:39 AM
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Dear Ann: Adelaide and I were saddened to receive notification from St. Vincent College that John had passed away. The last time I saw him was at our 50th class reunion in 2003. We had a great time recalling our college days and revisiting the campus which had grown substantially in the intervening years. We want to express to you and your family our deepest sympathy and the hope that the kind wishes of your many friends will make your grief just a little easier to bear. Henry Smith C'53
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Fred Williams
Wednesday August 5, 2009 at
6:12 PM
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Dear Ann, John Jr., and Family,
I was out of town when I heard that John Sr. passed away and immediately grieved with you in your loss. John was a super neighbor for 20-some years to me and my family. I often enjoyed little talks with John as he walked pass my house on the way to church. He was always so kind and always asked about my boys. I could tell he was a good family man. I will keep you in prayer. Remember, I am only 2 doors up the street, so holler if you need anything.
Sincerely,
Fred Williams
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James O. Doersam
jdoersam@midohio.cbc.com
Tuesday August 4, 2009 at
11:10 AM
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Please accept my condolences on the death of John. My family had a long term business relationship with the Cornett family. He was quite the gentleman.
Jim Doersam
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Ron and Mary Hayes
Monday August 3, 2009 at
12:00 PM
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John,
I was saddened to learn ofyour father's passing. My condolences to you, your mom, and the entire Cornett family. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God be with each of you and give you comfort and peace.
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