Paul W. Cornell, 64, of Elgin TX, passed away unexpectedly on March 28, 2022 at home. He was born on February 19, 1958 to Howard and Eleanor (Summers) Cornell. Paul graduated from Hancock Central School and eventually moved to TX. He lived there for many years and was working as a fork lift operator. Surviving are his mother, Eleanor; brother, Dale Cornell; stepmother, Doris Cornell; and numerous other members of his family. He was predeceased by his father, Howard. A graveside service will be held on Hale Eddy Cemetery, Hale Eddy, NY, at a later date. Arrangements by Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock.