Timothy L. Cornett, 57, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at Indiana Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.
Born on July 31, 1966 in Kirksville, Missouri he was the son of Clarence “Hank” and Mary (Pratte) Cornett.
He attended Lakeville High School and fell in love with his high school sweetheart Jean Daugherty and they were married on April 27, 1990 in South Bend. Tim attended Southern New Hampshire University and worked as an area manager for J.W. Hicks in Knox for several years.
Known as a strong-minded man, but was somewhat of a softy when it came to his grandchildren. Endearingly known as Papa to the grandkids, he never missed out on spending quality time with them, making it an annual weekly quality time with them. Tim also had a great sense of humor, looking for a way to put a smile on someone’s face.
Family was everything to Tim, a wonderful provider that worked multiple jobs to always make sure that Jean and their boys were always taken care of and never went without. Some might say that he was downright dependable always willing to lend a hand to someone in need. Tim enjoyed his 2002 Wide Glide Harley, going “Jeeping” with Jean, spending time at the gym working out and enjoying one of his favorite treats ice cream.
He is survived by his mother Mary (Harvey) Jackson of Mishawaka; wife Jean of Plymouth; sons: Josh (Holly) Cornett of Walkerton; Cameron Cornett of Plymouth; grandchildren: Harper, Harlow and Judson; siblings: Rodger (Linda) Cornett of Ft. Wayne; Dehma (Ron) Nye of Bremen; Kevin Cornett of Mishawaka; Debbie Clark (Tim Phillips) of South Bend; Jeff (Lisa) Cornett.
Tim is preceded in death by his father Clarence “Hank” Cornett.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2023 from 11-1 pm at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth. A Prayer Service will immediately follow with Fr. Keeton Lockwood.
Burial will take place in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.
Toni Foote says
Jeannie & family,
Rick & I are so saddened by the loss of your Tim. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Deepest sympathies,
Rick & Toni Foote
TRICIA ARVESEN says
Cam, we are so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott & Tricia Arvesen & Ian and Trent Arvesen
jeannie carlton says
Tim was my friend, coworker,boss but always my friend he helped me through some really tough times over the years! I’ve seen his tough guy and his softie guy after Miss Harper came along .
I’d have a issues with the machine and he would come over make sure nobody else was close and start singing let it go I just wanted to punch him he loved his family so much ! Rest in peace my friend I am gonna miss you more than you know love you Tim
Lori White says
So very sorry for your loss, Jean, and boys and grandkids, he gave one heck of a fight prayers to you all
Rena Trappe says
Jeannie and family we are sending our heartfelt condolences on the loss of one of the greatest husbands ,fathers, papas, and fighters around. He will be so missed but will live on in so many happy memories. Cherish those for a lifetime. Our thoughts and prayers are with y’all at this time .
The Trappes
Luana (Smith) Stoner says
Prayers, love and hugs sent to you all. I have so many memories of Tim and his family when he was younger. He was a firecracker that’s for sure. Don’t anybody mess with his siblings and the babysitter, me. LOL!! What many didn’t know was he was a Teddy Bear, and a great person. He will be missed by so many.
Greg Stone says
Jean and family we are so sadden by the news that Tim has passed away. Deadra and i meet Tim at the Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami we talked about our story and how we both made it Myself spent a year and 4 days in the hospital 8 months 14 days on the ecmo and 504 days away from Kentucky Tim was a fighter and he sure loves his family after talking to Tim i felt that i had known him all my life and he had a big smile i will never forget him our prayers are with Tim and family🙏❤️❤️
Michael Watson says
I went to school with Tim. He was 3 years older than me. When you would see him in the hallway at Laville, he would always say hi to me. He was a cool dude! He will be missed. Take your rest my friend. Praying for the family.
Dee(Feitz) Edson says
I’ve been friends with Tim since he was about 6 years old. He was so ornery and always made me laugh! I used to babysit once in a while for his niece when I was 12. Tim would come over to keep me company and he would have me laughing with all the tales of the things he & his friends were doing & he was only 11; I envied him and his fearlessness & mischievous ways! And I swear, he had to have been born with that 1000 watt smile! I’ll never forget his smile. He was such a good man. You could see how much he loved Jeannie & his sons; his whole family. This last year was really a blessing from God. He gave all of you the time to really cherish eachother, and be close because God knew that you really understood how precious life is at that point. I’m so, so, so sorry for your loss. I pray God will hold you all in His arms and comfort you. I know that Tim’s lighting up Heaven with his 1000 watt smile watching over his loved ones.
Love & hugs
Betty Jo Nielsen says
I worked with Tim at JW Hicks before I retired. He was a good person and I’m really glad I got to know him. I was sooo happy to see him after he was out of the hospital after his transplant. He seemed to be doing so well. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing.
My prayers will be with his family.
Janet Lindvall says
Mary I’m so sorry for the loss of your son. Janet Lindvall
Amanda Rosinski says
I worked with Tim at JW Hicks for two years and it was so much fun. I remember he helped put the laminator back together when I almost broke it lol. He laughed and just helped me put it back together. He was down to earth, a big softie, and sweet. He always checked up on me when I was pregnant with my son. God has a plan for him and now his body can rest. Rest easy my friend. Until we meet again.
Christina & James Howard says
Jeff, we are sorry to hear of your brother passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time. Hold his memory close to your heart.
Simon Walder says
Cam, Josh and Jean,
I’m genuinely saddened to hear of this news. Mr. Cornett was always a great neighbor and man. He was very kind to me whenever I would walk across the yard and hang out with Josh. I’m praying for each of you and sending love your way!