David Cornell

David was a dynamic individual with a tremendous drive to succeed in all his undertakings. His door was always open, making him one with his team at Cornell Companies. I will always remember the day I walked a new employee into his office to meet him. He invited her to sit down at his little round table where they discussed the company, her background and role for a good 20 minutes or so. David gave me a book "The Man Who Listens to Horses" that I will always treasure. A great read about...

David was a great man who will be sorely missed. Donna and I send our condolences and best wishes to Linda and the Cornell family.

Heaven's gain is certainly a great loss to so many on earth. Cornell was one of the finest persons I ever worked for and a true caring friend. He treated all with respect, and his ethics were impeccable. He accomplished so much in his time on earth and still maintained his high standards.

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire family.

December 4, 2008
My mother, Camille, and I send our prayers and heartfelt condolences to Linda and the entire Cornell family. We feel honored to have known David and received the gift of his friendship. We will remember him with affection and admiration as a devoted and loving husband to his devoted and loving wife, Linda, who has been our dear and cherished friend for many years.
Rosemary LoDato and
Camille Caltagirone
(Houston, Texas)

Please accept our condolences for your loss. Dave was a great neighbor and always provided interesting comments about a variety of topics, including our garden. We will certainly miss him.

Although I never had the privilege of meeting David in person, I feel like I knew him anyway just because of all the wonderful things Linda told me about him through the years. Linda and I haven't seen each other in years, so I especially enjoyed receiving their delightful Christmas card every year!! I know that Linda and his family and friends will certainly miss David......but what an amazing man he was and what an outstanding legacy he leaves behind for all of us!

My condolences go out to Linda and all of the Cornell family.

I too had the priviledge of working for David Cornell at Cornell Companies. My time there was priceless to me. David held everyone to their highest potential, believed in them and rewarded well. It was easy to work your hardest for such an admired and respected man.

Philip and I are thinking of all of you at this time as you celebrate his amazing life. We have great memories of time spent with David in Colorado many moons ago, plus a more recent visit to Paris, Texas. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Sally Cecil

David was definitely the heart of Cornell. I had the priviledge of working at Cornell when David was there. I have to say that the company was not the same when David left. The caliber of people who surrounded him were second to none. The "old days" at Cornell was a memorable time in my life. My heart and prayers go out to Linda and his entire family.