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2011
Cody Cornelson Obituary
Cody Allan Cornelson, 26, died at his home in Orcutt, California on Sunday, October 9, 2011. He was born on December 21, 1984 in Santa Maria, CA to Debbie (Downing) Spring, of Orcutt and Randy Cornelson, of Huntington Beach. He grew up and attended schools in Santa Maria/Orcutt.
Cody was greatly loved by everyone who met him. He loved his son, Blake, more than anything in the universe. The sibling bond between Cody and his sister, Courtney and husband, Andy Kruger will never be broken. He lived life to the fullest, enjoying the outdoors biking, hiking, sports, snow, learning about vineyards, visiting with family and friends, mixed martial arts and much, much more. Everyone he met was a lifetime friend which he treasured. He will be loved and missed more than words can say.
Most currently, Cody was a full-time student at Allan Hancock College where he was working on his Kinesiology Degree, planning on working for his doctorate to become a Physical Therapist. His goal after graduation was to work with wounded soldiers (after taking a year off to hike around the world with his son). He worked at the Radisson, Applebee's, and Williams-James Cellars. He served in the Army for several years, based in Washington, Germany, and Iraq. He came home to raise his son and begin his college education.
Cody was preceded in death by his Grandparents: Donald and Janis (Claborn) Downing, Don Tatalo, Uncle: Doug Downing, Aunt: Tami Cornelson, and numerous other family members.
Cody is survived by his son, Blake Cornelson, Mom and Step-Dad, Debbie and Mark Spring (Orcutt), Father, Randy Cornelson (Huntington Beach), Sister and Brother(in-law), Courtney and Andy Kruger (Orcutt), Grandmother, Betty Tatalo (Huntington Beach), Great-Grandmother, Benay Spring (Oroville), Nephews, Andrew George and Jacob Kruger, Niece, Kaylee Kruger, Cousins, Tiffany Downing, Brandon & Cindy Conradi-Cornelson, Breanna & Bryan Roinstead (and Riley), Uncles & Aunts, Darrel & Michelle Downing (Tiffany) (Orcutt), Ken & Jaylene Cornelson (Texas), Nick Tatalo (Huntington Beach), Craig & Jenny Spring (Jessica & Riley)(Australia), Jamie & Kathy Spring (Vincent, Shannon, Daniel and Quinn)(Gridley) along with many, many other relatives (including all the Claborn Crew).
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, October 21, 2011 at the Santa Maria Cemetery. The family and "extended family" gathered for a "Celebration of Life" on Saturday, October 15, 2011.
Personal notes about your favorite memories of Cody can be emailed (8-1/2" x11") to: [email protected] - We will be compiling a memory book for Blake.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Cody's memory can be made to a charity of your choice or: Cancer, Military Support for wounded/injured veterans, or for our children. A scholarship fund has been set up for his son, Blake at Coast Hills Federal Credit Union, 2364 S. Bradley, Suite F1, Santa Maria, CA 93455.
Arrangements are in the care of Magner-Maloney Funeral Home and Crematory, 600 East Stowell Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (805) 925-2753
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Memories and Condolences
for Cody Cornelson
Ana Sanchez
November 11, 2023
Happy Veterans Day Cody!
You will always be remembered.
Love,
Ana
Juanita Chavarin
October 7, 2023
Cody will always be remembered and that is very beautiful, I remember Cody working at the front desk (Radisson) his gentle kind smile while at work very respectful young man. He will never be forgotten, my condolences to the family
Vince Spring
October 7, 2022
Was thinking of you today. Miss you cousin.
Juanita Chavarin
October 7, 2020
Cody may you be resting in peace, some of us whom met you at Radisson Hotel will always remember you.
Vince Spring
October 7, 2019
Though I did not get to see you a lot, you were always more like a big brother to me rather than a cousin. I looked up to you and I wanted to me like you. Although it has been years since you left us, it feels like it was just yesterday. We love and miss you Cody, and we will always remember you.
Lisa Rampenthal
January 28, 2019
Words can't express how much I love you and miss you Cody❤ Always have... always will
jessica mendoza
November 12, 2011
Happy veterans day friend i miss you so much you always going to be in my heart for ever.
Love ur sis
November 11, 2011
Happy veterans day brother love and miss you soo much
Crystal Payne
November 7, 2011
I wish I had words. Cody, you and I always had an awesome bond- even when we'd go a year without talking. You're a good friend, and an honorable man. You're still with me, and us in mind, heart and spirit.
Love you, friend.
Tarisha Jackson
October 27, 2011
Just want to send my prayers to the family of Cody Cornelson during this hard time. I had the pleasure of being stationed in fort lewis with your son....he was such a great guy...and will be missed deeply...
devin hanners
October 27, 2011
man im so sorry i knew cody pretty well i was stationed at ft lewis in 81st with him he was a good soldier always new what to say to turn my day around ill miss you man rip cody
Tierra Brown
October 27, 2011
I will be praying for the healing of hearts for the family. Cody you will be missed, I know you are in a better place hiking away.
Tierra Brown (Afghanistan/Ft Carson CO)
Robert Chaney
October 26, 2011
Cody, when I was a private you taught me the meaning of being a soldier! Your competitive spirit helped bring out the best in me.... You will live forever in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to call you "friend" RIP
October 26, 2011
I was stationed with your son, my friend Cody @ ft. Lewis, Wa. He was a great man, soldier and a amazing friend. You will be missed but never forgotten. The time you spent having dinner with my family and playing with my kids (even when u bounce them to hard and make them fly across the living room) are great memories. You have always been a great man. Gonna miss u. Sorry it took this side of the world to find out buddy. -Garza "Rudy Garza Jr. San Antonio, Tx."
latoya gill
October 26, 2011
My prayers go out to your family. I was in your unit at ft lewis, wa. 81st , we had some good times, you were great at sports, got to play a lil bit with you on sports day and you thought me a lot down at the motor pool. Gonna be missed. Gill
justin jones
October 26, 2011
I'm gonna miss you bro you taught me so much in the year we were at ft. lewis. you gave me alot of advice when I got seperated from my fist wife got a candle burning bro just found out tonight see you up there in heaven I'll bring the beers
Brian DeBell
October 26, 2011
Cody your gonna be missed dearly, man you were a great friend and i know a great father. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family it was a privledge and an honor serving with you you were even the witness at my marriage back in Ft lewis i will never forget you man
October 26, 2011
May God, the "Father of tender mercies & the God of all comfort", give you & your family the strength to endure this difficult time.
Dara Bradley
October 25, 2011
Though I did not meet your Son, my deepest condolences Debbie and Randy...
Dara "Alexander" Bradley
Amber Cornelson
October 21, 2011
There aren't enough words to express how you've impacted my life. As my friend, husband, and father of our son. You were amazing at everything you did. I remember thinking how talented you were at everything you tryed ecspecially sports. I see that in Blake too amongst other great things that resemble you. I don't think i'll ever make sense of all this but what i do know is that a huge part of you will always be with and live through our son Blake. I will always love you Cody. And all the memories you've given us. Xoxoxoxo
Paulette Lucier
October 20, 2011
In the Tree of Life…Our roots are forever intertwined. With their last breath those we have greatly loved do not say good-bye- for love is timeless. Instead, they leave us with a solemn promise - when they are finally at rest in God, they will continue to be present to us whenever they are called upon. Let us not grieve -beyond letting go - for in the Tree of Life their roots and ours are forever intertwined. Unknown
May Cody live on in the hearts of all who had the opportunity to know him. He will be greatly missed.
John Markham
October 20, 2011
Word”s can not express the amount of gratitude in my heart for the ultimate sacrifice you have made to insure the safety and freedom we all enjoy everyday thank you Cody I will always remember.
jessica mendoza
October 19, 2011
cody we all we going to missing you because you always happy wiht everybody we love you forever friend
jessica
Lacinda Marie
October 19, 2011
Cody, you were an inspiration to many, your smile would light up the room, your laugh I will miss dearly and those hugs of yours I will never forget! Watch over Blake, your mom, your sister and all of us from heaven... You will truly be missed and never forgotten!! Love and miss you!! Rest in Peace....
Love, Loo
Ash Martins
October 19, 2011
Forever loved Cody. You made an amazing son, who Im blessed to call my cousin.
Charlee Wilson
October 19, 2011
Cody, I will never forget the love I saw in your face or the tears in your eyes when you first looked at Blake. That was a very special moment that I got to share with you, Amber and Blake. I feel very priviledged to have gotten to know such an amazing person and Father. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time, especially Blake. <3<3<3
Lacinda Marie
October 19, 2011
Cody, you were an inspiration to many, your smile would light up the room, your laugh I will miss dearly and those hugs of yours I will never forget! Watch over your mom, sister and all of us from heaven... You will truly be missed and never forgotten!! Love and miss you!!
Rest in Peace....
Love, Loo
Megan
October 19, 2011
My thoughts are with your family during this though time right now. All I can do is hold on to the great memories of throwing food at each other when we worked at Stinky's together because it was just fun and we loved to screw around. And then the day I ran into you at my Companies Christmas party when you had just gotten back to town, I swear I spent more time at the front desk then I did in that actual party... I was so happy to see you!! I miss you more each passing day, but know that I will see you again one day. Watch over all of us and keep us all safe. xoxo
Ana Sanchez
October 19, 2011
Cody i met you in our Spanish class and your will to learn and give was so much. I enjoyed talking to you and helping each other. It was a blessing to meet such a wonderful guy. It is sad to know that you are not here anymore but i will always remember you with a big smile in your face and that's how i will keep you in my heart.I will see you up there one day
Your friend Ana
Vince Spring
October 19, 2011
Cousin,
In my eyes, you were more like a brother to me. I regret not having more time together, but as the years go on I will never forget you, how your smile lit up the room as you walked in and the long talks we had. You are and always will be greatly missed by myself and the rest of the family. I Love You Cody.
October 19, 2011
May memories of the laughter and love you shared bring you peace now and always. In my prayers. Pat Crawford
October 19, 2011
Cody is gone too soon and much too young. I hope he knew how much he was loved and admired in the short time we had him here. May you all gain strength from your happy memories of him and know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Gone, but never forgotten. All our love...Uncle Gene and Aunt Rose
Ruth Narez
October 19, 2011
Cody,
You are and will always have a place in all of our hearts.. Your smile had an impact on everyone you met. We were blessed to have you in ours lives and your memory will live in all of us forever.
Courtney Kruger
October 19, 2011
i love you soo much brother and i will be missing you everyday! i will miss our little talkes and funny jokes that only a few would know. watch over us all brother and one day we shal see each other again! xoxox always and forever
love your sis
Connie Fontaine
October 18, 2011
Mark, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Please know I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Lucas
October 17, 2011
To the family of Cody: my most heartfelt sympathy to you all. Cody was in one of my music classes last semester at AHC and I thought he was just the most wonderful young man. There are no words that do any good, but just to let you know, people who do not know you are lifting you up. Our hearts are broken for you.
Deborah Saxton
October 17, 2011
I did not know the son, but I know the father, which shows me what a special man he was. Dennis and my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Kyle Muchmore
October 15, 2011
Cody was always the one guy out of all of us that always had something positive to bring to the table.
Whenever we (or myself specifically) were feeling down, Cody was right there to bring a positive outlook to things, to bring something funny or releaving to the table that would get our mind off whatever was bothering us. I remember so clearly; many times in Germany that when I would be disgruntled about what was happening in our unit, he would find a way to bring out the positive and make me find something good out of what was going on.
He was a natural born leader, even if his rank didn't completely represent it, he was; a leader in some way to all of us. There were many fun and adventurous things that I did not partake in with Cody and others while overseas that I now wish so much that I had. However despite a few missed adventures we did share many good times, and I did confide in him many times on situations that I, and others, were dealing with.
He was a one in a million kind of guy, he truly was. None of us will quite be the same without him, and all of us have been changed from having had the pleasure of knowing him. As I said before, he was one hell of a guy; someone that everyone could wish they would have the pleasure of knowing at somepoint in their lives.
I'll never forget his laugh and his smile that distinguished him from so many like us. We all loved him like a brother; and someone we all could say we strived to be like. Love you Bro.
-K. Muchmore
K Muchmore
October 15, 2011
Cody was always the one guy out of all of us that always had something positive to bring to the table.
Whenever we (or myself specifically) were feeling down, Cody was right there to bring a positive outlook to things, to bring something funny or releaving to the table that would get our mind off whatever was bothering us. I remember so clearly; many times in Germany that when I would be disgruntled about what was happening in our unit, he would find a way to bring out the positive and make me find something good out of what was going on.
He was a natural born leader, even if his rank didn't completely represent it, he was; a leader in some way to all of us. There were many fun and adventurous things that I did not partake in with Cody and others while overseas that I now wish so much that I had. However despite a few missed adventures we did share many good times, and I did confide in him many times on situations that I, and others, were dealing with.
He was a one in a million kind of guy, he truly was. None of us will quite be the same without him, and all of us have been changed from having had the pleasure of knowing him. As I said before, he was one hell of a guy; someone that everyone could wish they would have the pleasure of knowing at somepoint in their lives.
I'll never forget his laugh and his smile that distinguished him from so many like us. We all loved him like a brother; and someone we all could say we strived to be like. Love you Bro.
-K. Muchmore
Savanna Hinkle
October 15, 2011
Cody,
You were a dedicated assistant coach for our boys' Little League team. I remember you and Blake riding your bikes to practice together. He will always look up to his Dad. Wishing you peace.
Joseph Chambers
October 15, 2011
Cody it was great knowing you. Sorry that life was shorter for you than you deserved. Enjoy heaven and we will see you when we get there. It was a pleasure.
Joe
john duarte
October 15, 2011
You were a great friend. We had good times growing up. And I wish we could of had more. I'll see you on the other side some day. I'll keep you in my prayers. May you rest in peace brother.
Erick Ainley
October 14, 2011
Cody thanks for being such a good battle buddy a great roomate and an even better freind, you motivated me to be more of an outdoors man than I ever would've thought to be. Mountain biking, kayaking, hiking and so much more. you lived life like there was no tomarow. god bless you, you'll never be forgotten spc. Ainley,Erick
Jennifer Karstrom
October 14, 2011
We are so very sorry for your loss. Cody was always warm and loving person with the kids and the parents. He was such a wonderful young man. His death has had a huge impact on our family and our prays go out to your family. Although we only had brief encounters with Cody we feel so much love for him, may you find peace in the fact that he has touched so many in such a short time.
With our deepest sympathy,
The Karstrom family
radisson hkp department
October 14, 2011
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
juanita chavarin
October 14, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stephanie Gustafson
October 14, 2011
Dear Debbie and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. There are no words that can really make a difference at this time but I want you to know that you are, and have been, in my prayers. May God be with all of you and may you feel His presence near.
Sincerely,
Shirley Juarez
October 13, 2011
Blake, Debbie and Family, I am so sorry for your loss! Cody was a very respectful young man and had a beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tim & Arlene Grife
October 13, 2011
Our hearts go out to Debbie, Mark, Courtney, Randy, beloved son Blake and family. We are truly sorry for the loss of such a fine young man who has given more then most in such a short time on this earth and we are sure he will continue to do so from above. Look into the sky and you will see a shinning new STAR!
Shirley Morganti
October 13, 2011
I didn't know Cody, but I know and love many of you, and have seen how much you love him. My heart is hurting for you at this sad time. May God be with you and give you peace. Cody was obviously a beautiful person, and will never be forgotten by any of you.
October 13, 2011
Patti Grimes
October 13, 2011
Dearest Debbie and Family, I cannot find words to express my sympathy. May you find comfort in one another during this difficult time & know that you are in so many thoughts and prayers.
Lois Weddle
October 13, 2011
Debbie, Mark, Courtney and Blake...No words can can describe your loss. We are so very sorry. Cody was a terrific young man and dedicated father. He'll be in our hearts always.
Scott Shute
October 13, 2011
Heart and thoughts to Cody's family, and to Blake. Cody was a great person and friend that brought a smile to everyone's face. I will truly miss you Cody.
Rosie Narez
October 13, 2011
To Mark, Debbie, Blake, and the rest of Cody's Family...I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
Kristin Mains
October 13, 2011
Although I did not know Cody personally I felt like I did from the proud stories told by his father Randy. My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of Cody God Bless!
Cody, may your spirit live on forever in our hearts, and through your boy's magical eyes...
October 13, 2011
Cat
October 13, 2011
To the Family and Friends of Cody, My heart hurts for you all. I pray you all find comfort in knowing that Cody is now watching over you all. XOXOXOX Cat
Lorraine Matthews
October 13, 2011
Your passing was tooooo soon. You will be truly missed. May you be at peace and be an angel for you soon. Your family is my prayers. I never met you but from one of your dearest friend I came to know you.
Kristen Owen Esparza
October 13, 2011
Cody, your smile, and energy was contagious...In the words of my son, you were "the best baseball coach ever." You will be missed terribly, and my heart goes out to your family. Someday we will all see you again...until then...
John & Lynda
October 13, 2011
Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with our enitre family during this extremely difficult time. Words cannot express our saddness.Special memories will linger forever. God Bless you all
David and Elyse Silva
October 13, 2011
We are very for the loss of such a great young peron, I know that he will be missed by many and we are so deeply sorry for the pain that you are feeling at this time . Please know that your family is inour prayers.
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