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Frank Kornexl Obituary

Kornexl, Frank Joseph 2/8/1937 - 10/19/2014 Grass Lake, MI Age 77, died Sunday, October 19, 2014 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born February 8, 1937 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Frank & Dorothy (Swarthout) Kornexl. Frank was a member of Salem Grove United Methodist Church. He was in the Army from 1956-58. Frank worked in plumbing, heating & cooling, and he retired from UA Local 190 in 1992. Frank enjoyed gardening and flowers. He collected and rebuilt antique gasoline engines and was a hobby machinist. On December 30, 1958, he married Genendal Bolen in McDougal, AR, and she survives. Other survivors include two sons, Frank Kornexl, Jr. of Grass Lake, Robert (Kerrie) Kornexl of Traverse City; one daughter, Lori (Mark) Mills of Fosteria, MI; two brothers, Gerald (Rhonda) Kornexl, John Kornexl; 4 sisters, Dorothy Fugate, Mary Hadley, Evelyn (Robert) Kotar, Lillian (Robert) Shankelton; 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Frank was preceded in death by two sisters, Bertha Richards, Shirley Driver, and a brother, Daniel Kornexl. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 22, 11:00 a.m. at Salem Grove United Methodist Church, Grass Lake, with Pastor Christine M. Beaudoin officiating. Burial will follow at Salem Grove Cemetery, Grass Lake. The family will receive friends at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea on Tuesday, 3-4:00 & 6-8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Salem Grove United Methodist Church. Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea www.ColeFuneralChapel.com

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Published by Ann Arbor News from Oct. 19 to Oct. 23, 2014.

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Devyn Treaster

August 9, 2015

I am sorry for your loss, and I'm sending respect and prayrs to your family. I met a John Kornexl in Ypsilanti, MI around 1970, we both lived at 2125 Golfside Dr.
I was wondering if this was the same John? He later moved to Oregon. Could you please let me know. Thank you.

Marc Feeney

October 30, 2014

Our sympathies are with Frank Jr. and the rest of the Kornexl family.

Jack & Shirley Romeo

October 25, 2014

To the Kornexl family,
We are so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. You are in our prayers.

October 24, 2014

My name is Barbara Payne(maiden name was Brabo). I saw the notice of Joseph's death in the Ann Arbor News. Is this one of the Kornexl Families that used to live in Ann Arbor on Fullmer? I lost touch with Jerry years ago please have him contact me if you are that family and I am so sorry for your lost.
Barbara Payne 810-256-7080
Thank you and may God be with you all.

Sylvia Havnen

October 22, 2014

My heart is heavy. Frank will be missed. I wish I could have been there to pay my respects. Sending love and sympathy from the Havnen family.

Bob and Sheila Hebner

October 21, 2014

ear Gen & Family~Our deepest sympathy to you at this time. May God enfold you in His love, peace fill your hearts, words and friendships comfort you and cherished memories all help to ease your sorrow.
The Berry, Burrill and Hebner Families

Bev Slane

October 21, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Kornexl's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. -The Slane family

Rich McKenzie

October 20, 2014

Dear Clan Kornexl, please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of dear Frank. I will always remember his free and hearty laugh, his bees, and his neighborhood friendliness. I'm sorry that I can't pay my personal respects as I am traveling on business this week, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Bob Knowles

October 20, 2014

So sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace.

October 20, 2014

So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort grant you peace at this difficult time.

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