Robert "Bob" Cornejo

1942 - 2015

Robert "Bob" Cornejo

1942 - 2015

BORN

1942

DIED

2015

Robert Cornejo Obituary

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Robert "Bob" Cornejo 72, died Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at Galicia Heart Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. He was born September 3, 1942 in Wellington, Kansas to Julian and Mercedes (Ybarra) Cornejo. He served his country in the United States Airforce. On January 22, 2000 he married Beverly A Snow and she survives of the home. Bob was a retired self employed HVAC technician. He enjoyed his work and taking care of his friends and neighbors. One of Bob's joys was spending time fishing. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who was affectionately known as "pops". His family was very important to him and he looked forward to spending time with his loving family and many friends.

He is survived by his wife Beverly of the home; sons: Ed Cornejo, Jay Kelley, Eric Cornejo ( Alan Arbuckle), Joe Kelley, Victor E. Cornejo, Theodore J. Cornejo (Ingrid Ringsby), Tyler R. Cornejo, Carlos R. Cornejo and Brayden R. Cornejo; daughters: Marcey A. Cornejo, Jenisa E. Cornejo, Janna (Aaron) Madden, Samatha (Kenny) Shaffer, and Katie J. Cornejo; brothers: Julian Cornejo, Gabe (Christine) Cornejo, Marcello Cornejo: sisters: Sarah (Bob) Carrillo, Rose (Russ) Miller, Marci (George) Shaw, Rosalee (Perry) Bueno. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents, brother Al Ybarra and granddaughter Kailie.

Memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 27, 2015 at Church of Christ 1st. and Columbus in Newton with Minister Buddy Aldridge presiding. Private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations are suggested to the Church of Christ in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

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June 26, 2015

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June 25, 2015

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June 25, 2015

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June 26, 2015

Cousin Bev and kids:
Prayers for all of your family. So sorry to hear of this.
Linda and Randy Woodard, Sand Springs OK

Rodney and Cyndi Fiedler

June 25, 2015

Bob loved his kids and always went the extra mile to see them succeed. Watching him watch his kids play in sports was watching a true fan of not the sport but of the kid playing. Rodney and I are so sorry for your loss.

Katie Cornejo

June 25, 2015

Of all the lessons and love you gave me, more than anything you taught me to be proud and strong! I will miss you greatly! I will not be sad, for I know you are looking down on us all. I love you, dad!

Amanda Cornejo-Chavez

June 25, 2015

Thoughts and Prayers to my family out in Kansas during this tough time. I love you all !!!!

Kat Rush

June 25, 2015

Condolences to Bob's family. I pray for God's comfort for you during this difficult time. God bless you.

Benny Ybarra

June 25, 2015

To the family, please accept our condolences. Bob always was a role model thoughout his life for his family. May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time.
Benny Ybarra,Jr & Family.

Gayle Franz

June 25, 2015

Bob made a tremendous difference to so many people. He was an amazing person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Brian Mayfield

June 24, 2015

To the family, please accept my condolences. Bob was a special man in my life and I will always appreciate his including me in his life and his family. He was a role model as a man, coach, and boss I will never forget.

Jenny Gihring

June 24, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Please let me know if there is something that I can do for the family.

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