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John Corbett Obituary
John and Viola are survived by son, John Jr., married to Carol, and grandchildren, Amy and Sean; daughter, Marcie, and grandchildren, Tracy and Kelly; and son, Scott with wife, Teresa, and grandchildren, Amanda, Rebecca and Jessica; and great-grandchildren, Niveik and Trinity.
John was born in Clarksburg, W.Va., and worked as a milkman, truck driver, and auto salesman prior to setting up a concrete construction company in Louisville.
John was drafted for military service for WWII serving in Europe and North Africa, then called back for the Berlin Crisis, and again for the war in Korea where he served for a year. John got the message and stayed in the Army Transportation Corps, serving in Japan, France, and Taiwan, and retiring at Fort Eustis as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1966.
Following 12 years in the civil service at Fort Eustis and Fort Lee, John established Prestige Limousine and Carefree Tours serving the Hampton Roads community from 1978-2003. He was a supporter of numerous Peninsula charities and a loyal 35-year member of the Benevolent Order of the Elks Post 315 in Denbigh.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel. Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, followed by internment at Williamsburg Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in John's honor to the Elks National Foundation (www.elks.org/enf).
Arrangements are under the care of Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel, 12893 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News 23608. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Corbett
Dennis McVicker
November 14, 2009
Scott,
I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. Even though I haven't had a chance to see him for awhile, I have many fond memories of talking with him while we were growing up. He would always stop and say hi if he saw us out in the yard. I miss waving as he drove by, but I see he has gone to better places. I will send him off with a salute. Good bye Colonel
Tommy & Betty Wheat
November 13, 2009
Scottie, Marcie, John and families...I was so saddened to hear of your dads passing. He will be truly missed by all who came into contact with him. Have peace in knowing we can all be together once again by knowing GOD and accepting Jesus into our hearts.
November 13, 2009
John, Marcie, Scott and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. We have
been friends for many, many years and has been a pleasure knowing
your whole family. Your Dad will be missed.
Mary Wheat (Newport News, VA.)
November 12, 2009
Scott and family, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your father and grandfather. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Donna Carter Gurule. Denver Colorado
Jessica Corbett
November 12, 2009
I miss you so much Papa John. You will be in everyones hearts even though your gone. Im sorry that i couldnt come see you before you left us. I wasn't expected you to leave this soon. Sorry you couldnt make it to your 53rd anniversary of your 39th birthday! I am going to miss all the times me and Daddy Came over and watch old western movies with you, then go to the Elks Lodge! I use to love doing that and I am going to miss that very much. I have so many memories with you that will last forever. You lived a long wonderful life and I hope you loved it as much as we loved to live it with you. Thank you Papa John for being a a wonderful grandfather to all of us. Especially to me since I was your last grandbaby!
Love you and Miss you so much,
Jessica(Baby Corbett)
Danny Lovell
November 12, 2009
Marcie, Scott, John and Family. Sherri and I want to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of you father. He was a great man and mentor to all that knew him.
Rebecca Corbett
November 12, 2009
I miss you so much Papa John. You will always be in my heart. love you!
Steve and Karin Goolsby
November 12, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Marcy (Stallard) Whitlock
November 11, 2009
Your wonderful family will always have a special place in my memory and heart. John Sr and Jr were so much fun to be around when I was a teen. Friends were always made welcome at your home.
I remember your dad as a "bigger than life man", always smiling and joking with me. He had a big roaring voice at the Army / Navy games and I was always a little in awe of him.
It is with a smile I remember him and with a tear I mourn his passing. Losing a father is one of life's hardest blows to bear. I lost touch with your family over the years and was sad to hear of your loss. I know he touched many lives like mine. He will be remembered by all of us.
You and he are in my prayers tonight. Wishing you peace that I know will come with time. I know the love you all gave each other will be with you and him forever.
With fond memories.
Will Horner
November 11, 2009
I wish to express my deepest sympathy to John's family, especially his sons John Jr. and Scott. I had the privilege of working for your Dad for several years at Prestige Limousine as a driver and got to know what a great and interesting man John was. I am sadden by his passing. My deep regards, Will Horner
Marcie Mitchell
November 11, 2009
Thanks Daddy for being the most wonderful father a girl could ever ask for. You were always my anchor and you gave me a lifetime of wonderful memories. You will be very missed. Love you very much...Marcie
November 11, 2009
My love and prayers go out to you Scott, and the rest of the Corbett family. Thank you all for letting me share time with your wonderful Dad. He was like a father to me, always supportive and encouraging, generous and sage with his advice. I will so miss his many stories from all over the world and will treasure the time I spent in his company. Rest well, John, and know how very much you are loved by all who were privileged to know you.
Love and God bless..Ellen E. Gillard
November 11, 2009
We will miss our dear Elk Brother. He has left us with many great memories and stories. Rest well, our Brother.
Zalph and Vicki Andrws
Scott Corbett
November 11, 2009
Dad had a great life at the young age of 91 sorry dad I know your only 39 .He had the best friends in the world.He wants everyone to enjoy life and be happy.
Love ya Dad always and will miss you so much
Scott
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