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Christopher Cornejo Obituary
Chris was born in Elko on August 7th, 1960. He was raised in Elko his whole life. After graduation from Elko High School, he moved on to complete college at the College of Southern Idaho.
Chris loved the outdoors, camping, hunting and fishing. He loved spending every minute possible with his family. Chris considered all of his friends as family and he loved them all very much.
Chris also had a special gift with all kids. His memories will live on and he will be greatly missed by many.
Chris is survived by his wife Patty, daughter Kristine, son Jered (Morgan) and granddaughter Makenna. Brothers Rick (Jeneice), Ben (Dee) and sister Linda (Dick) Hungtsberger, mother Virginia (Ralph) Mantz and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Chris was preceded in death by his great-grandparents Ben and Lola Cornejo and Jim Brown. His father, Sonny Cornejo, and others that he considered family.
A memorial service will be Friday, October 30th at 2 p.m. at the Elko Basque House. In lieu of flowers you can donate to The Elko County High School Rodeo Club, PO Box 1972 Elko NV 89803.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Cornejo
Patty Cornjo
November 26, 2009
To Chris, my beloved husband, hunting @ fishing partner and best friend in the whole world. I miss you so much. There are no words out there to describe the emptiness in my heart and life now that you are gone. Hopefully with time and the love of our kids and all our friends it will become easier for us all.
Everyone always has that same question.Why did it have to happen like this? No one ever knows, and we will never know. There must be a plan in store for you. Knowing you, it will be a good one, because of the type of person you were.
I will always love you, and hold a special place in my heart for you.
Kris Cornejo
November 25, 2009
I would like to thank everyone for their help and support through this troubling time. I know that it would be impossible without friends and family like you.
Thanks again, and remember to cherish the one’s that you are with, if you don’t it may be too late and they will be gone.
Arlyn Garcia
November 17, 2009
Cornejo Family,
I was saddened to hear of Chris's passing. I have many fond memories of growing up with Kristi and spent a lot of time with the family. He always made me feel at home and didn't mind having a houseful of teenage girls, he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 16, 2009
Patty and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Chris fought a hard fight for a long time. We are all better for knowing him My prayers are with all of you, Bryce Hall Crawinkel, Germany
Dale Love
November 8, 2009
To the Cornejo family my condolences. Although I've been away from Elko for over 35 years I'll never forget the way your family took me into their fold. I remember Chris as a little kid but I'm glad to see he grew into a wonderful man, husband, and father.
Dale Love, Poulsbo Washington
Kristine Cornejo
November 6, 2009
There is so much that can be said about my Dad, He was a very loyal, trusting man that would be at your side at the drop of a hat if you needed him. He enjoyed teaching or passing anything on that he could, it could have been anything from the first piece of leather work to repairing a busted sprinkler line. As many of his friends know you could always count on him. Through out the years my father has had the opportunity to meet and gather many friendships. These friendships were family to him. And I am honored to have many aunts and uncles from his ties.
My father was my rock; we would talk almost every day. I was a true Daddy’s girl. He would call at 4:00 a.m. just to say hi and tell me to have a good day, or we would talk about anything that was going on. Anytime that I was having problems he would be right there to cheer me up. There were even days that he drove over to Winnemucca just to give me a bunny milk and beat me at a few backgammon games just to let me know that things would be ok. He really was a great man.
We had or family discrepancies like many others, but I know that he loved us very much and was proud of all of us, even though he didn’t say it much. I hope that he will continue to watch over us and hopefully continue to feel the same way.
He will be greatly missed by all, I hope that I will never forget the memories that we cherished and the things that he taught me. I hope that he know how much I loved and appreciated him and everything that he did. Even though I am selfish and wish that we still had more time together, I know that he is in a better place. There is no more suffering and no more pain. As we started to say good bye he told me how he was so sick and tired of being sick and tired, and now he is able to rest.
The memories that we have all shared will live on with us. The stories, the nicknames, the songs, the phrases and the teachings will all get passed on. I know that I will cherish him in my heart everyday. I know that moving on will be tough and things will not be the same but we will all be there for each other like you have taught us. I am sure that would be what dad would want us to do.
Until we meet again, enjoy nabbing the big elk in the sky.
I will love you forever, Papa. You’re “Scarvey-dog” Kristy
kenneth drennan
November 4, 2009
im sorry to hear about chis my thoughts are with you ben and family kenneth drennan
Kevin and Susan (Widtfeldt) Yadon
November 3, 2009
Chris was a true friend and an inspiration to many of us. I went to high school with Chris and our friendship continued throughout the years. When my husband and I moved to Nevada in 1991, Chris proudly introduced his family to us.His family was his everything and they were his driving force. Kristine and Jered, he beamed as he spoke of you-he was so very proud of you. He will live on through each of you-remember what he has taught you. We got to catch up on old times and relive great memories but it never seems like there is enough time to get together as much as what we would like. Patty,Kristine and Jered (and other family members) we are saddened and shocked to hear that Chris is gone and our heartfelt condolences are extended to you and hopefully time will ease the pain. Forever in our memories Chris, we hold you in our hearts.
Kathy Jackson
November 2, 2009
Patty, Kristy, and Jerod,
I was very saddened and shocked to hear of the news of Chris' passing. He was always playing jokes and always had a good story to tell and he was well liked by everyone who met him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Take Care.
November 2, 2009
Patty and family, We pray that the sorrow and sadness that you feel now will soon be shadowed by the happy and wonderful memories you have of Chris. We didn't get to see him much but when we did his infectious sense of humor and love of life is a tribute to the blessed life he led. Please take comfort in knowing that you are in the prayers of so many! Henry & Mia Krenka
Judy and Gap Gonzales
November 2, 2009
Gap and I were sad to hear about Chris!
It is hard and sad to lose a kid and it does get a little easier since you have so many good memories to remember. We send our love to all of you, especially you Ginny.
Jan Bunning
October 31, 2009
Ginny and family, I am so sorry for your loss. No parent expects to bury a child. I will always remember those days on Wilson Street when all our kids were growing up together. I lost my Rich many years ago and still carry my grief. It does get easier, though. My prayers are with you all. Jan (Overholser) Bunning
Carrie Massie
October 31, 2009
Patty, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will always remember Chris and his sense of humor, always had a joke or good story. He will be greatly missed.
Heather
October 30, 2009
They say that a person's eyes are the window to their soul...I never saw Chris without a smile in his eyes...that says a lot...maybe all that needs to be said.
Please accept my deepest sympathy, and keep your loving memories alive in your hearts forever.
Shauni (McDade) Miley
October 30, 2009
Chris grew up with me in Elko & we were also classmates...he was a great friend of mine. I will miss that smile & since of humor that he always had...He will be greatly missed. My thoughts & prayers our with U & your family Linda..
Dean, Jill & JD Cartlidge
October 30, 2009
Meeting Chris, you Patty and the kids some 25 years ago has left indelible memories with me. Through his plight and all his struggles Chris was always a fighter. A great sense of humor seemed to brighten his darkest days. I am fortunate to have met him and to have helped him somewhat but mostly to have shared a little part of our lives together. He was quite a story teller and I loved sitting there in your home when I visited, listening to Chris tell some “tall tales”. He was funny, so kind and generous and always had a smile and a firm handshake when he greeted you. Although it’s been years since I’ve seen you all last, I have never forgotten nor will I ever forget, Chris. I am deeply saddened that Chris has left us. There will now be a hole in the world that no one will ever be able to fill. Me, Jill & JD are praying for you and your family’s comfort, understanding and peace, Patty. God Bless You All.
October 30, 2009
I grew up across the street from chris and his family. I haven't seen him sense we graduated high school. He will be missed very much.
Bonnie "Overholser" McGhghy
Grand Jct, Colorado
October 30, 2009
Patty and Cornejo family, I have heard so many great things about Chris, from you and many others. I would have liked to have met him. Patty, your time at Bald Mountain just began, and yet the passing of your husband deeply saddens us all. Celebrate his life well, not just today, but with each day to come. He has left you all an amazing gift - a heart full of wonderful memories. God bless you. Rachel Clingan, Bald Mountain Mine.
Kadee Poston
October 30, 2009
Chris was one of my favorite customers in Elko! When he would rent cars in the mornings he would bring muffins and coffee, on hot days he would call and see how many people were in the office and bring us Rootbeer floats. I got to know him so well and always looked forward to seeing him. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Heather Steel
October 29, 2009
Chris - I will forever miss your razzing and breakfasts! We will hold Carson's little horse close to our hearts and know now that an angel gave it to him!
For the family--I am so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness.
Kristy -- I love you and am so sorry that you have had to endure this hardship! If you need anything, you know where to find me! I admire the strength that you have shown!
With all our love!
Heather, Michael, and Carson
October 29, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of Chris passing. We always enjoyed him as a young teenager hanging out with our son Will, Bob Turner and Tom Pratt at the Animal Farm. You all are in our prayers. Sam and Shirley Bohannon
Jeff Baker
October 29, 2009
Ben,
I am so sorry to find out about Chris. So very sad. He will be missed.
October 29, 2009
Patty, christty, and jared my prayers go out to you. Chris was a good friend and will be missed deeply. I wish i would've gotten more time to spend with him. He will be forever missed. If any of you need anything please give me a call.
With love
Darin Snook
October 28, 2009
Rob considererd Chris a good friend and thought alot of him and he will be greatly missed. Rob and Sheryl Sampley, Redding, Ca.
October 28, 2009
Patty, Kristy, and Jared, It's really going to be a different world without Chris. We were lucky to have shared alot of good times and memories. He will always be in our thoughts and all of you will be in our prayers. Tut, Kathy and Girls.
ronnie and family
October 28, 2009
Patty, Kristine, Jered our hearts and preyers are with you. Chris will be deaply missed here on earth but we know he has moved on to a better place. He will always be in our hearts and memories.
October 28, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss, please let us know if you need anything. Love Susie, Richard and Robert Sandoz
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