Lewis "John" Cornell, 79, of Dearborn Heights, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2020. John was the youngest child of five, born to Walter and Marjorie (Spencer) Cornell. He was born in Detroit on October 12, 1940. John spent his career in the automotive business, retiring from Ford Motor Company Transmission Plant in 1999. John devoted himself to caring for his mother until her passing. When not working, John enjoyed wood carving and even made a cradle for his great-niece. John also spent time watching classic movies.
John is survived by his oldest brother, Walter (Jean) Cornell; sister-in-law Lynda Cornell, brother-in-law Herman Maupin, and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to his parents, John was pre-deceased by his sister, Leona Maupin; brothers, Robert Cornell and Jack Cornell.
The family wishes to thank Priscilla Johnson for the care that she provided to John.
Private cremation services are complete. A private burial is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2020 at Roseland Park Cemetery, 29001 Woodward Avenue, Berkley, Michigan.
Memorials may be made to: American Diabetes Association P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, Virginia 22215 (www.diabetes.org/LovingMemory) or a charity of your choice.
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