Cathy Cornell

Cathy Jean Cornell, 45 passed away peacefully at her home Sunday, March 13, 2016.

Cathy was born in Tucson, AZ on September 20, 1970, to Linda (William) Smith and Robert (Jennifer) Gonzales. Cathy met the love of her life, Anthony Cornell of Fairfield, IA and was married April 4, 1998.

Cathy was a loving wife, mother, and dedicated grandmother. She worked as a phlebotomist for 17 years at Broadlawns and Mercy Hospital. Cathy loved helping people, painting, reading, and spending time with family.

Cathy will be greatly missed by all. She was a very special lady and was blessed with many friends who were special to her.

Cathy is survived by her loving husband, Anthony Cornell; son, Christopher Hanson; daughters, Danyele (Terrance) Henson and Nycole (Joe) Henson; grandchildren, Audrey Hanson, Hayden and Ryder Henson; sister, Tina (William) Mathews; nieces, Karrie (Ceeton) Pfantz and children and Dairrian (Cameron) Mathews; and nephew, Michael (Chelsea) Mathews and children.

Cathy was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Smith and son, Dustin Taylor.

A memorial service will begin at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 18, 2016 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Hamilton’s to help alleviate funeral expenses.

Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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