Ross Anthony Kornelson

I will always remember Ross as a kind soul that could rock out on a guitar to almost any tune. He was a friend from my younger years and always had a smile on his face. This news really saddened me and I sincerely send my love and condolences to his family. So sorry to see you go Ross. May you rest old friend .

We were shocked and very saddened to hear of Ross's passing. He had such a
zest for life and a ready smile, always.
Our deepest sympathy to the Kornelson family.

I find myself shedding a tear at the huge loss of a good man and friend. I will always remember ross from our younger days, doing stupid things (otherwise known as fun). Many nights of wild parties at houses or in fields usually with too many drinks and a guitar being played. We had some great hits that were made but they will only ever be number 1 in our hearts. Unfortunately growing up meant separation by the different paths we took. Some stayed local others flew the coop. Either way every time there were weddings or we suffered the loss of another friend you were always there. Conversation would pickup like it had never been lost. Will miss you deeply brother, im forever grateful to have known you and have you in my life. Cheers!

Rosko!! And absolute legend since the moment I met him and all throughout the years that I knew him.

Was always such a pleasure to be around. His laugh and smile is something I can picture and hear so easily as he always had a smile on his face and brought such an awesome energy woth him.

The last exchanges I had woth him recently was just pure positivity and him constantly saying how happy he was for me and constantly giving me encouragement and motivational words.

Rosko, u will be missed my brother. I hope you know how many lives u truly touched while you were hear and the awesome impression you made on us all.

My sincere condolences to his close friends and family and boys from back in the day. You will be so missed Rosko, may you Rest in Peace!

I used to know Ross second hand. I am the little brother of Daniel Mansoor. I used to tag along everywhere with Daniel and Simon. And this is where I knew Ross from. I had not seen him in many years but what I did see was a force of light. His smile and carefree aura is what also stood out to me. My sincere condolences to Ross' close friends and family especially.

Ross was my best friend! We met in grade 1 when he moved to Richmond and joined our soccer team with coach Phil. We were inseparable for those early years. The Kornelsons and Keulens quickly became a team!

Ross and I share so many fond core memories that I cherish to this day. I remember a streak of ~25 or so sleepovers in a row one summer before grade 4 (poor Korenelsons, I think most were at the Topaz house). I remember so many good times we shared all around, lots of soccer, track meets, basketball, boat trips (Shuswap houseboat trip), summer camp, that trip do Disney World, and even a bit of skiing and golf.

Christmas with the Kornelsons was always the highlight of the year. I remember the year Ross and I stayed up past midnight to prove/disprove the existence of Santa, a lesson that has stayed with me over the years.

I'm still trying to come to terms with Ross' childhood dog, that shared an oddly similar name with me (still not sure if that was a coincidence or...).

Ross was such a talented guy. He excelled at pretty much everything he did: an amazing soccer player, outstanding track/long distance runner, great musician (trumpet, piano, and guitar if I remember correctly), and even a bit of a math nerd. I haven't met many others that had such a diverse natural talent.

Even though we both went on with our lives as we got older Ross was always there. I remember a knock on the door the morning after my dad passed and it was Ross standing there, a nice reminder of the decades long friendship. Ross was always fun and easy to hang out with even if it had been a while, always up for a good time and lots of fun stories.

It's always sad to see a friend go, even harder to when it's a brother... we'll miss you Ross!!

Uncle Ross was the best uncle anyone could ask for. Him and I had many things in common one being how we both shared the love for soccer, he always supported me, asked me how it was going, and my favourite thing of all when he would come to my games to watch me play that is one of the things that I am going to miss the most.

One of my favourite of many memories is when he would play guitar when we were younger and me and Ruby would sing along or play the drum when I got older he helped me learn the guitar to play with him which I struggled and wasn’t that good but he always tried to help me get better.

He always encouraged us to try new things and always showed that he was proud and had such a huge impact on my life and what I have done with my life and the person I am today. I am so lucky to of had him as my uncle. I love you so much uncle Ross and you will be forever missed.

I feel blessed to have known Ross through his dad. He was an extraordinary young man, embodying respect and kindness. I vividly recall when my children and friends visited your home at Crescent! Despite it being your first meeting, you welcomed them with open arms, as if they were lifelong friends. You engaged in a lively game of pool with them, and although Mimi emerged victorious, it was clear that everyone had an incredible time! Lol! I always eagerly anticipated your culinary creations! Wow, they were truly divine! Your life was a testament to the profound impact one person can have on others! I feel grateful to have had the privilege of meeting you! Rest in peace, dear friend!

To his family and friends, may you find comfort, restoration and peace in the loving presence of the Lord Jesus Christ! God bless you all!

Uncle Ross has always been one of me and Halley’s biggest supporters whether it came to music, soccer or beyond. He always put everything in to making me and halley feel confident in both of those things whether it be spending time playing soccer with us in papas backyard or learning songs I liked on the guitar so I could sing along to them. He always made sure we knew how much he was proud of us and encouraged us to do so much big things in life and to never give up on our dreams. I will hold so many conversations and moments in my heart and he has and will always have such an impact on my life. I will definitely miss our talks and even our dance parties to beastie boys while he was cooking in the kitchen and definitely how passionate he was about the game of soccer. He has inspired me to do so much in life and he will be missed forever. I love you Uncle Ross.

I had the privilege of knowing Ross for more than a decade both personally and through business, and in all those years, every interaction we shared left a lasting impression on me. Ross was one of those rare people who carried a quiet strength and a genuinely inspiring energy. Our conversations were always positive, forward thinking, and encouraging. He had a gift for seeing possibility where others saw obstacles, and I admired how he poured that same spirit into the businesses he was building. His passion for growth, both professionally and personally, was something I looked up to.

Hearing of his passing was one of the most devastating moments I can remember. It is a day that will stay with me. Losing someone with Ross’s heart, drive, and kindness is a tremendous loss, not only to those who loved him most but to everyone who had the privilege of crossing his path.

To the family: I want you to know that Ross spoke through his actions, through his warmth, his ambition, and the way he lifted people up around him. I will always be grateful for the years of friendship and the inspiration he gave me. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this incredibly difficult time. I wish you peace, comfort, and strength as you navigate the days ahead.

Ross made a mark on this world. He made a mark on me. And he will be remembered always for the good he brought into the lives around him.

Ross, you left this world far too soon, and the ache of losing you is felt deeply by everyone who was fortunate enough to know you. You were such a positive force in my life encouraging me when I started my business and even giving me one of my very first jobs. I had barely any experience, but you took a chance on me anyway. I still remember the call, and how you always went out of your way to help. That was simply who you were. You loved to see people doing well.

You had a way of lifting people up, always pushing others toward their dreams with a kind of support and generosity that came so naturally to you. You made people feel capable, valued, and believed in.

You loved traveling, you loved to laugh, and you were a great golfer. But more than anything, you loved people and it showed in every friendship you made and every life you impacted. One of my favourite memories will always be our New Year’s trip to Nashville last year filled with nonstop laughing, good times, and moments I still can’t think about without smiling.

You will be missed beyond words. Rest in peace buddy.

Ross, its hard to imagine your gone.
We've had great times since as long as I can remember. Growing up together, soccer, partying in fields as kids,laughing late into the night .
Jamming and singing to your guitar were memories I will never forget.
Your place was always the place to be ,swimming ,playing pool ,poker ,and of course your gourmet dinners .
Super bowl parties will never be the same without you man.
You have done so much for my family and our friends over the years ,you were always the first to offer rides or a place to stay .
When my dad died , you were a huge part of my recovery, you flew me and my brothers out to Palm Springs and we golfed for the whole weekend .
I will never forget that.
I wish I could have helped you ,wish I could tell you how much you meant to all of us .
Your smile and laughter will live long with us .
Rest in peace brother till we meet again .
Love ya

Rosco, I will miss you. I grew up with him at Palmer high. He taught me how to play guitar in grade 9 and we had too many long nights of partying to remember. He loved impressing the girls and was a talented soccer player. Yes, his team did beat Hugh Boyd 1-0 in high school! He talked about that win playing with my brother Jason Leitner for years. Rosco was a generous man, paying for a trip to Palm Springs for us three boys when my old man died. We would text often just before he passed. I pray for strength and closure for his family and friends knowing that he would want the biggest party to remember him by.

When I was at auntie Kathy’s, I met him and he was always telling jokes and he always included me in sports and we always had fun playing as kids and I always remembered him always wearing his baseball uniform and he was so proud of it. I will miss him And I send my love and it was too soon.

Unfortunately, too many miles have separated us from too many of our nephews and nieces, Ross being one of them. The time he lived in Winnipeg as a child was far too short for our liking, but gave us a sense of the special person he would grow into. We are shocked and incredibly saddened by his sudden and early passing. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to you Ruth, Bruce, Christa, James, Ruby, Halley, Jeanette, Ferran and Leo. May the good memories shine some light in the dark days ahead. Rest in peace dear nephew.

There’s wonderful memories of your great cooking and your musical talents.
This photo is one of those memories. The Christmas your grandpa Kornelsen gave all the sons and grandsons a rail engineer hat! You will be missed!!

Ross was my cousin, and the memories I hold from our time together in Richmond, B.C. are truly special. As kids, he had a way of making sure everyone felt included no one was ever left out when Ross was around. He was so talented in sports, and I always admired the ease with which he picked up a guitar.

Life is short, and though he moved away and we lost touch, I often wish I had taken the time to know him better as we grew older. What I do know is that Ross left an impression on everyone he met. His kindness, , and his spirit will never be forgotten.

I had the privilege of coaching Ross at Soccer as a young boy into his Teens.
From six years old, Ross played Soccer with remarkable dedication, heart, and joy. A true high achiever and an even better teammate, He always encouraged others, shared the ball, played fairly, and brought out the best in everyone around him. He was respected and admired by his teammates and celebrated everyone’s goals as if they were his own.
More than a dedicated Soccer player, he was a good friend and neighbour to our kids. His spirit, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm made a lasting impact on those who knew him.
My fondest memory and the image in my head is Ross enjoying playing Soccer for West Richmond. (Ross is back row far right.)
I’m glad Debby and I reconnected with Ross as a 40 +year old to observe the successful entrepreneur he became .
Rest in Peace, Ross

Ross was a very happy child , always a big smile from when he was just a little baby to a grown up young man. We enjoyed his sense of humour and also his cooking. We were privileged to enjoyed his meals a couple of times. When he lived in Calgary for a little bit this last year Ross & Bruce came over for lunch. I was a little nervous to cook for him but he had seconds , so he was either hungry or it was good. Ross will be missed a lot and loved

Ross, you were always such a fun person to visit with. You always had a captivating story and a contagious laugh. One of my most fondest memories was the poker game we played during Christa and James wedding weekend, so much fun!! You will be missed dearly.

The Kornelson clan, well-most of us, were all in Steinbach for a thxgiving weekend several years back. Ross and I went to run some random errand. He hopped into my mini van and burst out laughing… “Yeah, you certainly are from ‘Berta” he said as he looked at my busted up and windshield. “You couldn’t drive anywhere without getting a ticket that wasn’t redneck with a windshield like that!”. We laughed about it for the rest of weekend as he made jokes and quips whenever he could. His humour was contagious along with his big broad smile. And yes… the man could cook!! Wow- what a gift to be on the receiving end of that talent. Salmon grilled for a KING. Ross… you will never be forgotten and you will always be loved.

Ross was my neighbors son ... I believe I met you a couple of times ... your Mom talked about you many times, and I remember your Mom looking after Olive, your lovely little dog ... I wish for you and your Mom, peace and tranquility ... rest in peace Ross ... Craig.

He was my neighbours son. He was a lovely man who I only met a once or twice but he left a good impression. I remember him as being kind and friendly and very helpful to his mother. He was gifted in many areas and the world is worse off with his passing. Rest in peace, Ross.