It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Brett Cornelius (Orem, Utah), who passed away at the age of 53, on August 1, 2021. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Brett Cornelius or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his son Blake Gene; and his mother-in-law Patricia Patterson. He is survived by: his wife Melissa Dee Cornelius (Patterson); his daughter Cassi Dee; his son-in-law Jason; his grandson Gene Christensen (Payson); his father Don Cornelius; his stepmother Cordy (Lindon); his mother Linda Turner; his stepfather Steve (Spanish Fork); his parents-in-law, Rod Patterson and Vicki (Enoch); his sister Abby Bray; his brother-in-law Rory (Salem); his sister Bonnie Hawkes; his brothers-in-law, Alan (Payson) and Brandon Patterson (Provo); his brothers, Dave Johnson (Lehi) and Jared Johnson; his sister-in-law Jamie (Lindon); his brother Sam Turner; his brother-in-law Dion (MN); his sister Shanna Turner; his brother-in-law Jeremy (Iowa); his sister Stephanie Miles; and his brother-in-law Seth (Iowa). He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

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August 4, 2021

Kyle Bowden lit a candle

“Brett was a wonderful person who became a friend over the last 10 years. We worked together in various capacities and I am honored and blessed for knowing him. He was funny, smart and did the right thing without wavering. I have peace knowing he is in the arms of God, our heavenly father. Peace, Prayers and Blessings. Kyle”

August 4, 2021

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August 4, 2021

ModusLink sent flowers

“In loving memory of Brett Cornelius, ModusLink extends sincere condolences to Brett’s family and friends. Brett celebrated his 33rd anniversary with ModusLink on Sunday, and he undoubtedly touched the lives of many of us. With deepest sympathies.”

August 3, 2021

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August 3, 2021

Ashwyn Look-Why (Crawford Software) sent flowers

“In loving memory of Brett Cornelius, With deepest sympathies. Brett you will be missed. Gone too soon! I pray for your family as they deal with the grief of losing you. Rest In Peace Brett. 🙏💚🙏”

August 3, 2021

Lorene Felleman lit a candle

August 3, 2021

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August 4, 2021

Meenakshi Solan wrote a sympathy message

“Brett was special in his own ways with a unique sense of humor and true to his heart. He was well respected and was an asset to the Moduslink team. Heartfelt condolences to his his family and friends. In loving memory of Brett Cornelius, Peace, Prayers and Blessings.”

August 4, 2021

Ted Holland wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Brett Cornelius, Someone so special will not be forgotten.”

August 4, 2021

Patricia Brown wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Brett Cornelius, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

August 4, 2021

Mladen Popovic wrote a sympathy message

“Please accept our sincerest condolences. We are thinking of you.”

August 4, 2021

Alex T wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest sympathy for the loss. Rest in Peace 🙏”

August 4, 2021

Suwanto Aditio wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest condolences and sympathies. Rest in peace, Brett🙏”

August 4, 2021

Johnathan Lim wrote a sympathy message

“With Deepest sympathy for the loss, may you find peace and comfort. Brett is nice boss that we had been working together in Moduslink. He provide guidance and willing to listen my ideal and thought. Even thought I left the company that he had been helpful with some guidance. we will miss him. He was a man who inspired us by his genuine love and care for his family, a true leader indeed, We will sadly miss him and our prayers with you and your family at this painful time. R.I.P.”

August 4, 2021

Lim Eng Kiat wrote a sympathy message

“"My deepest condolences your loss. Have good experience working with him for 20 years. A nice and responsible person we will remember."”

August 4, 2021

Dean Zhu wrote a sympathy message

“Deep sorrow, rest in peace...”

August 4, 2021

Brad Xiao wrote a sympathy message

“Condolences on your loss, God Bless”

August 3, 2021

Athi Narayanan wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest condolences His family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless.”

August 3, 2021

Robbie Fu wrote a sympathy message

“Condolences on your loss, have been workign with Brett for years, he was really a good person and we will miss him. His family is in my thoughts and prayers.”

August 3, 2021

Robbie Fu wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Brett Cornelius, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.”

August 3, 2021

Terrence Zhou wrote a sympathy message

“Condolences on your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Brett, he was always kind to me. God bless...”

August 3, 2021

Mark Burton wrote a sympathy message

“My condolences on your loss, Brett was a good person to work with we will miss Him. As you look back on your memories of your time spent with Brett may you find comfort in them.”

August 3, 2021

Yvette Reece Griffith wrote a sympathy message

“I had the pleasure of working with Brett for many years and his friendship will be missed. His family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless…. Yvette Reece Griffith”

August 3, 2021

Lorene Felleman wrote a sympathy message

“Condolences on your loss. I had the pleasure of working with him at ModusLink for many years. His family is in my thoughts and prayers. Lorene Felleman”

August 3, 2021

Neil Hampshire wrote a sympathy message

“Condolences on your loss. I worked with Brett for a number of years at ModusLink and always admired his hard work, commitment and resilience. My sincere wishes on his untimely passing. Neil Hampshire”

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