Photo courtesy of A.O. Smith Funeral Home - Thomas Street Chapel
Jan 1, 1957 - Feb 24, 2026
Sandy, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how much you love Bruce. I’m sorry I couldn’t make his service. Randy had an oncologist Dr appointment. You and Brooks will be in my thoughts and prayers. If I can ever help you, please let me know. I love you.
Jan
Jan Campbell
March 12, 2026 | Doyline, LA | Friend
Sandy, I am praying for you and Brooks during this difficult time! I know how hard this is for the both of you!! May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you.
Marian Roberts
February 26, 2026 | Louann, AR | Friend
So sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Praying for you all.
Juli McFarland
February 26, 2026 | Humble, TX | Acquaintance
Bruce grew up on 7th Street, a few houses down from my family. He and my brother were buddies. Great family! Great memories. Praying for the family.
Velma Smith-Thomas
February 25, 2026 | Springhill, LA | Neighbor
My condolences to Brooks and Miss Dell
Naomi Ross-Asakura
February 25, 2026 | Tyler | Friend
Bruce was an integral part of our church family. He always greeted us with that kind heart and gentle sweet smile. Oh how we will miss him. Prayers for Sandy and Brooks ❤
Donna Morris
February 25, 2026 | Taylor, AR | Friend
Bruce Alwin Corley, 69, of Taylor, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at his home on February 24, 2026.
He was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on January 1, 1957, to Al and Chris (Mason) Corley. He graduated from Springhill High School in 1975. After graduation, Bruce joined the United States Navy. Afterwards, he attended Northeast Louisiana University now ULM in Monroe, Louisiana, where he received a B.A. degree in broadcasting. While at the university, Bruce joined the Louisiana Army National Guard. He graduated from Officer Training School as a second lieutenant in 1982. That same year, he married his wife of 43 years, Sandra Sherman, whom he affectionately called “Miss Dell.”
Bruce served as a deputy sheriff in Webster Parish. After retiring, he farmed the family homestead in Taylor.
Bruce was an active member of Forest Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He enjoyed gunsmithing, gardening, Civil War reenacting, watching football games and old movies. Bruce loved sharing funny stories with his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife and his son, Brooks Corley.
A memorial service will be held at Forest Grove Missionary Baptist Church on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Services are under the direction of A O Smith Funeral Home, Stamps, Arkansas.
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