Sydney/Edmonton
Kevin Corbett passed away in the University Hospital, Edmonton, on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at the age of 62.
Born in Sydney, Kevin was the son of the late Bartholomew and Doris (Kiley) Corbett.
Kevin was a member of Holy Redeemer parish. He worked at Sydney Steel and later worked as a labourer in Alberta. His pastimes were watching the Chicago Blackhawks, playing darts, and discussing politics. Kevin will be missed by all who knew him.
Kevin is survived by his son, Terrence (Carley) Whelan; grandson, Nathan; sisters, Catherine (Jack) Moore, Arlene Petrie, and Lorraine (Dave) Murchison, all from Sydney; brothers, Gordon (Roberta), Sydney, and special friends in Alberta, Irene Paul and her son, Travis, Michael Osbourne, and many others that had Kevin’s best interest at heart; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces.
Besides his parents, Kevin was predeceased by his brothers, Terrance, Bartholomew, Reg, Kelly, Basil and brother-in-law, Gerald Petrie.
Visitation for the late Kevin Corbett will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Road (entrance on Church Street), Whitney Pier. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 10 a.m. with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Reception will be held at the Pier Community Funeral home. Internment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks.
For those unable to attend, Live Streaming will be available on our website.
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Donations in memory of Kevin may be made to charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Was saddened to hear of the passing of Kevin. May He Rest In Peace. May God be with the family in the difficult days ahead 🙏
From: Peggy Margetti
We lost a fantastic person, I had the absolute pleasure of working with Kevin at syncrude. He and I became fantastic friends. We worked together and shared stories of our lives.. Kevin could seriously make my day with his presence. He talked about his family with pride.. we stayed in touch after his retirement with phone calls that I always looked forward too.. my condolences and sympathy to the Corbett and friends.. god rest his soul.. so so sorry for your loss!!!
From: Rick Ivey
Dear Corbett Family:
Sincere sympathy on the passing of your loved one, Kevin.
Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
From: Dave French and family
Sending our deepest sympathy at this time.
From: Doddy & Bobby Keel
Our condolences to Kevins family and friends.
From: John Shannon
Gordie and the Corbett family sorry for your loss. RIP Kevin.
Sorry to the family…go back a long way .had some grt times…I first met Kevin when he came to my house w some others ..to let me know whom stolen my 10 speed bike …….rest in peace ..
Rip Kevin We had a lot of laughs back in the 70’s and 80. Cheers Greg
R.I.P. Kevin , lots of good times and Laughs.
GO HAWKS !!
Condolences to The Corbett family..RIP Kevin..
My condolences to all the Corbett family. Rest in peace Kevin
My heart felt condolences to the entire Corbett family!!!! I had the pleasure of knowing Kevin for quite a few years. He was quite the character…. I will miss his phone calls!!! rest in peace, my friend and may God bless you!!!!
My condolences to all the Corbett family Kevin was a great guy
My condolences to the Corbett family.Fly high my friend.
Our sincere condolences to all the family. Rest in Peace buddy.
My deepest condolences to the family Rest in peace Kevin
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the Corbett family for your loss. R.I.P. Kevin 😇🙏
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS,ARE WITH THE CORBETT FAMILY. KEVIN WAS A GREAT GUY AND GOOD FRIEND MAY HE RIP. 🙏🙏🙏
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Corbett family. Kevin was a great guy, we had many good times and laughs throughout the years. Rest in peace, my friend.
My deepest condolences, to the family. Rest In Peace Kevin.
My heart goes out to all the family
Rest In Peace, Kevin. We will miss you.
Condolences to the Corbett family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Kevin.
My sincere condolences to the family kevin was a great guy. He will be truly missed. RIP Kevin
Condolences to all the Corbett Family, Kevin May you Rest In Peace
Deepest sympathy to the family Rest In Peace Kevin you were a beautiful angel fly high my friend
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to all family members and friends. What a guy. You will not be forgotten. Memories, memories, memories
Gordon &Family
So sorry to hear of your brother passing My thoughts & Prayers are with You & the Family May God Bless you all
Rest in Peace Kevin.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends during this tough time. Kevin was a great guy and will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Kevin was a proud Pier Boy and we shared the road of life together many laughs in our younger days, rest in peace my friend with the family members that are waiting at the gate, All our love the Savoy Family.
Mt Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family, Kevin will be remembered as a friendly guy who had a great sense of humor.
Rest in Peace