Hayden W. Cornelius' Obituary
Hayden Walker Cornelius, 20 Years old, of Anna, TX, passed away April 13, 2019 in Dallas, TX, born: June 16, 1998 to Paul Lee Cornelius and Vanessa Lee Cornelius in Dallas, TX.Survivors: Parents: Paul Lee Cornelius & Vanessa Lee Cornelius, Siblings: Hunter Davila Cornelius, Micaela Nicole Cornelius & Harrison Glen Cornelius, Grandparents: M. Grandmother: Evangelina Davila, P. Grandfather: Reggie Cornelius, Step Grandmother: Sharon Cornelius, P. Grandmother: Linda Andrus.Preceded in death by: Grandfather: Tony Davila Jr.Hayden’s most recent accomplishment was graduation from Texas State Technical College where he earned a certificate in Welding on December 7, 2018. Hayden discovered his talent for welding while attending Anna High School, where he was also an active member of the FFA. As an active member he raised chickens, rabbits and a goat. Hayden showed an early love for art and with this he began to recognize the talents and abilities that his hands possessed. Hayden was a man of few words but had a bear hug that would instantly fill you with love the minute he took you into his arms. He was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. Hayden leaves a legacy of love -his love for his family, teachers, friends, animals, nature and art.Hayden truly lived by the FFA Motto: Learning to do, Doing to Learn, Learning to Live, Living to Serve.Memorial Service will be Monday, April 22, 2019 at 12:30 p.m. at Restland Funeral Home, Wildwood Chapel.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Anna FFA Booster Club C/O John Anderson1107 Rosamond ParkwayAnna, TX 75409(9) 924-1100 Funeral arrangements for Hayden Walker Cornelius have been faithfully entrusted to Restland Funeral Home and Cemetery, which is located at 13005 Greenville Avenue, at the intersection of Restland Road and Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75243, and can be reached at (972)238-7111.
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