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Teyulelu Cornelius Obituary
As a young woman her passion for art in the Native American culture evolved into a teaching career. She loved Native American dancing, culture, art, music, and made fabulous corn soup.
Teyulelu was a part of the Echo Hawk Theater prior to graduating from UWGB and beginning her teaching career. She taught at Oneida Nation Schools for over 20 years. She continued to further her education and stressed the value of a good education to her children.
Family was a very important part of her life, especially her grandchildren, and she was always willing to help others.
She is survived by her best friend and husband for over 32 years Weston Cornelius, Nashville, TN; five children: Servilla (Dowe Thomas) Van Dyke, Green Bay; Kilabrew (Jean) Van Dyke, Green Bay; Yako (fiance Donovan Killspotted) Webster, Green Bay; Mae (Christopher) Cornelius, Oneida; Leah (Nate) Smith, Nashville, TN; 20 grandchildren: Lostosles, Shantel, Christian, Lanuhkwatslwise, Kirsten, Micgwire, Marissa, Connie, Daris, Janaiya, Leilana, Johnny, Mateo, Osakwalha, Charlotte, DeAngelo, Lijah, SIR, Sincere, and one on the way.
Teyulelu is further survived by five sisters: Alice Smith, Kansas; Charlotte (Mark) Walschinski, Oneida; Mary (Duane) Prescott, Indiana; Genevieve (William) Gollnick, Oneida; Catherine Webster, TN; one brother, Kenneth Webster, Milwaukee; sisters-in-law: Jackie Webster, TN; Elizabeth (Howard) Cornelius, Debra (Pastor Marvin) Wilber , Kathy Webster, Dee Cornelius; great aunts: Mae Baxter and Maria Hinton; special friend Dale Skenandore; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband Mark Van Dyke; brothers: Laverne, Thomas, Victor, Adam, Gerald, Cletus, and one sister Evangeline Delgado.
Friends may call at Oneida Longhouse, W370 Reformatory Road, Oneida, WI, beginning at 6 PM on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 (today) and continuing until services on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 10 AM. Bob Brown will be officiating. Interment will take place at Holy Apostles Parish Cemetery, Oneida.
Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com
Special thanks to the staff at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay, Cancer Treatment Center of America in Zion, IL, and the Summit Medical Center of Nashville for their compassionate care and concern.
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Memories and Condolences
for Teyulelu Cornelius
Gary A. Tremble
May 8, 2023
Debra Marie Webster 1970 Sophmore Class Green Bay East High School
Roger Markos
March 21, 2021
She kind and always smiling while we worked in Office helping native Americans. She wonderful kids too. God give comfort to all her family
Love Roger Markos
Kathe and Randy Cornelius
April 3, 2012
Shekoli,
I and Kathe offer our deepest condolences with the passing of your sister, mother, auntie, grandmother, our friend. We heard about it when we were far far away out of town on vacation. She certainly has left a legacy that everybody can be proud of. Shukwayatisu called her back to be with her loved ones who have gone on before her and to enjoy the "great rest" for eternity that she so deserves.
April 3, 2012
To Servilla, Killabrew, Yako, Mae, Leah, Weston, Cathy, Mary, Gen, Tina Danforth, Cathy Delgado and all other family members.
I will always remember and cherish the time I spent with Deb (Teyulelu) Webster Cornelius. She was a very Oneida girl who made others so proud to be Oneida. I didn't realize her illness was terminal. I really didn't know what was taking place and I have been so very sad since I heard of her passing. I regret not saying good bye to her. Blessings to you all at this time. And Deb I know the strawberries taste so good along the starry path to the sky world where you will be with you parents and family forever.
Peace to you all from
Pamela Green LaBarge and family.
Pamela Green-LaBarge
April 3, 2012
To Servilla, Killabrew, Yako, Mae, Leah, Weston, Cathy, Mary, Gen, Tina Danforth, Cathy Delgado and all other family members.
I will always remember and cherish the time I spent with Deb (Teyulelu) Webster Cornelius. She was a very Oneida girl who made others so proud to be Oneida. I didn't realize her illness was terminal. I really didn't know what was taking place and I have been so very sad since I heard of her passing. I regret not saying good bye to her. Blessings to you all at this time. And Deb I know the strawberries taste so good along the starry path to the sky world where you will be with you parents and family forever.
Peace to you all from
Pamela Green LaBarge and family.
Julie King
March 31, 2012
My condolences to the family. May the creator give you all the strength to be there for one another during this time. Teyulelu was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all!
Danielle KIng
March 31, 2012
My prayers go to the whole Cornelius fam. She was a very smart intelligent cultural lady. She did here part in this world. She carried on the Oneida language. She was a great teacher for me and plenty others. I have good memories and learned a lot from her about the Oneida language. She will never be forgotten. May she rest in peace.
Georgia Merrell
March 30, 2012
My heart nd prays are with Wes nd the kids..Debbie was a wonderful nd very kind person I'm glad tht I've got to kno her nd have her positiveness arnd me in school nd even out side of school..Ur goin to be missed Dearly Debbie nd never forgotten!!!
Jackie Mitchell
March 30, 2012
To the Cornelius Family My heart goes out to each one of you the great spirit called another angel into heaven she will be by your side and in your heart forever her beautiful ways are reflected in each of her children. My prayers are with you all.
Tony Recker
March 30, 2012
Rest in peace Teyulelu. Your positive spirit cheered me on in my last few years of working next to you. For the family, I will remember Teyulelu in my prayers as she returns to her Creator.
March 29, 2012
To the entire Cornelius Clan,
I am thankful that my wife Sonya and I could take a place beside your family through the warmth and generosity of Teyulelu's Spirit. I am sad that this message come's through the coldness of the computer, rather than the warmth of a smile or hug which Deb would have preferred or offered, which we, in turn, would wish to offer each of you. My time with the BIA would have been more difficult, shallower, and less focused without her aquaintance and guidance. My career and life will have an empty space that her Spirit used to fill. I know your Family and Tribe share this emptiness with each of us. We know that her wisdom and strength were an important part of this journey each of us is on...she has been a source of strength for me that I will continue to hold on to, and we shared some common vision from past and present that I am grateful for, and for the knowledge that she generously shared.
On Tuesday night, the Owl's sang for her Spirit...last night the Coyote's sang as well, at our home in Kentucky.
The Earth has one more dark place, but the sky has one more star in it because of Teyulelu's passing.
Our prayers will be for each of you as you grieve and remember her in each of your own ways. I will hold onto her strength and look forward to meeting her again in our Maker's Land where I know she is finally at peace.
Peace from our Family to Yours...
Wes and Leah, a special hug to each of you for your strength and care through all of Deb's trials...Thank you.
Larry Mahler, Friend and Forester
BIA, Nashville, TN
Sonya Wood Mahler, Friend and Environmental Educator
Tennessee Wildlife Federation,
Nashville, TN
March 29, 2012
To the family of Debbie,
My prayers go out to the family during this difficult time. I'll always remember the good times that we shared throughout the years. We shared some good laughs and great stories and she always had a beautiful smile on her face when I would run into her. Although I had not seen her for a few years I always think of her whenever I see her children, I see her smile in yous and pray that you find comfort in the memories and know that she has found peace in the creators land. love and peace...Monica, Bla and family
March 28, 2012
Deb was kind,caring,and generous person. She had a fantastic sense of humor, a ready smile and a warm hug. We always enjoyed seeing Deb/Wes singing at our karaoke shows and the crowds response. It was a pleasure calling Deb our friend and we will feel her loss. The Rockman Family
Susan Daniels
March 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Debbie's family. My memories of her will always bring a smile to my face in all that she has accomplished and the way she went about her life.
Cindy Yahola
March 27, 2012
R.I.P. Deb!!! I will miss you and all that you've done for the Native community.
David Lambert
March 27, 2012
Leah my wife and I lift you up in prayer. Your mom was a great person and will be sorely missed!
March 27, 2012
Praying for peace and healing for each of you.
Ken & Pearl Webster
Melissa Mills
March 27, 2012
My heart goes out to Teyulelu's family and close friends. Leah- your Mom always had an incredibly optimistic attitude! Her smile and her laugh will be greatly missed.
May your family find comfort and heal together.
Bernadette Byrd
March 27, 2012
We will miss you Teyulelu, thank you for touching and sharing your heart with us. My condolences to Teyulelu's family.
Sharon Morningstar
March 27, 2012
We will miss Teyulelu's kinds words, friendship, and wisdom. My heart goes out to her family during their time of sorrow. God Bless!
March 27, 2012
Leah and Family,
My heart and prayers go out to you. Take one day at a time and keep her forever in your hearts.
Rheta D. Harjo (Union, MS)
Darlene Whitetree
March 27, 2012
Leah and family, I am so saddened by the news of Debs death. My thoughts and prayers are with you. She will be missed.
Darlene Whitetree, Cherokee, NC BIA
Roger Markos
March 27, 2012
You are in good hand, and the prayers we did will keep you in my thoughts and prayers every day to you and your family.
God bless
Faith Justice
March 27, 2012
Teyulelu will be missed as she had such the kindest and caring spirit. The picture of her is how she always looked, smiling. My condolences to the family, especially to her grandchildren. May God comfort you all in your time of sorrow and need.
March 27, 2012
Dey, was a big part of our circle of friends who worked together at the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Her compassion and love of family was evident upon meeting her, and only became more apparent the longer I knew her. I will truly miss her. My thoughts are with her family and their tremendous loss. I will always have fond memories of Dey, and remember her as a friend. Much love, Peggy Carmack, co-worker
Wanda Haller
March 27, 2012
I will miss Deb...she was such a good friend to me...when ever I was on travel for work we would always meet up and hang out together. I will miss her laughter and outlook on life...RIP Deb...may our creators peace be with your family at this time...
Susan Sutton
March 27, 2012
I'll miss you dear friend; that smile and that laugh. May you rest in peace.
Bev Anderson
March 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
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