October 21, 2021
On October 21, 2021 Earl Cornish of Penticton passed away. Earl was born and raised in Princeton. He is survived by his wife, Joanne, children Debra (Jamie), Lauren (Richard) and Gordon (Dawn); stepchildren Jacquie (Rick) and Maureen; Grandchildren Evan, Jared, Brynn, Duncan, Sam, Corrie, Darcie, Robert; and 9 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sister Carol and brother Alan (Lynn). Predeceased by parents Regina and Gordon; brothers Guerino and Edwin; and first wife Helga.
Earl was a 50 year member of the Operating Engineers local 115 and a proud member of Grape Growers Association, Gizah Shrine, Freemasons and Order of the Eastern Star. During his career he operated equipment, particularly cranes, constructing roads, bridges and buildings for Dept of Highways, Parker Construction and Kenyon Construction. He purchased a vineyard in 1981 and immersed himself in a new career growing gewurztraminer grapes.
Many thanks to Dr. Marius Snyman for his compassionate care and the caring staff of Westview Place South.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held in the summer of 2022. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com.