Richard Cleveland Cornelison

June 24, 1926 — March 25, 2004

Richard Cornelison passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack early in the morning of March 25. He led a full and vigorous life deeply affecting many people. These pages are an attempt to better understand the whole of Dick’s life and legacy. Truly a renaissance man, he operated in many spheres and engaged nearly everyone he came in contact with. We urge you to contribute your recollections — whether brief or long, in text or as photos to this site.

Other pages on this site include the announcement of Dick’s passing, his obituary, a photo gallery, where to make donations in his name, his childhood remembrances, his recollections of his parents, and a listing of key dates in his life.

For a full timeline view, see Chronology.

Memorial Services

A number of other services and gatherings were held:

• at Deep Springs College on March 25th,
• in Smithers on March 28th,
• in Hiram on May 8.

Please send any comments, suggestions, additions or corrections to John Cornelison at john@fetchfun.com.