Robert Ernest (Bob) Cornell

Robert Ernest (Bob) Cornell

Highlands - Robert Ernest (Bob) Cornell, 85, of Highlands, died peacefully Jan. 3.

Bob is survived by his sweetheart Cathie McKeon, his two daughters Lonnie Carey (Paul) and Anne Cornell (David Kridler); his 7 granddaughters Adda Kridler, Ellen McGinnis (Tom), Elizabeth Carey and Susan Kridler. He had 2 great grandchildren: Franklin Carey Green and Vivian Bell. Bob is preceded in death by his twin brother Dick and sister Mary Charlotte Cornell.

Bob was born in Columbus, Ohio, May 13, 1929. He graduated from Westerville High School, Ohio, and received a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the Ohio State University. (Go Buckeyes!) Bob founded a tire repair manufacturing business, 31 Incorporated. Its international headquarters is still in Newcomerstown, Ohio. Bob recently said that he felt like he had had a long, happy and fulfilling life.

In honor of Bob, contributions may be made to the Highlands Cashiers Animal Shelter and the Cornell School (5250 Johnstown Alexandria Road, Johnstown, Ohio 43031).

Bryant Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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