Donald Gene Cornett's obituary , Passed away on April 12, 2026 in Fairfield, Texas

Donald Gene Cornett

February 21, 1951 - April 12, 2026 (75 years old)

Fairfield, Texas

Donald Gene Cornett's obituary , Passed away on April 12, 2026 in Fairfield, Texas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Griffin Roughton Funeral Home

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Donald Gene Cornett

February 21, 1951 - April 12, 2026 (75 years old)

Fairfield, Texas

Donald Gene Cornett Obituary

The memory of Donald Gene Cornett of Fairfield, Texas, who passed away on April 12, 2026 at the age of 75, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald Gene Cornett to pay them a last tribute.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Donald is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Donald's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mildred Cornett and Henry Cornett; and his siblings, Sandra Allison, Ruth Ann Hammonds and Ronald Dean Cornett.

He is survived by: his wife Jeanette Cornett; his son Chad Cornett; his brother Henry Cornett; his grandson Carter Cornett; and his cousins, Sharon Hill (Glen) and Carol Cornett (David). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Griffin Roughton Funeral Home



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Chelsea Gabriel wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Donald Gene Cornett. I only knew Mr. Cornett for a few years, but I always enjoyed seeing him when he came to the pharmacy. He grew to be like a grandpa to me. I will wholeheartedly miss seeing his smiling face. My thoughts & prayers are with his family. He was a light in this sometimes dark world & will not be forgotten. ❤️”


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