Walnut Creek, California
Richard Turner Corsa May 6, 1919 - November 7, 2003 On Sunday, November 16, 2003 at 2:00 PM at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1924 Trinity Ave, in Walnut Creek the Corsa family will celebrate the life of Lt. Col. Richard Turner Corsa, retired US Army. Richard was one of four sons born to Howard and...
Read MoreDick Corsa introduce me to China, was my first Chinese teacher, and a great friend. He was the booster that sent me on a lifelong career as a China scholar.
Matt Brazil
April 15, 2023 | Friend
Dick was a very impressive but gentle fellow. He loved his country and his fellow man. An infectious laugh that will be missed. Peace to his family
Jim and Jane
Jim and Jane Benson
November 14, 2003 | Brookings, OR
Dick was a very impressive but gentle fellow. He loved his country and his fellow man. An infectious laugh that will be missed. Peace to his family
Jim and Jane
Jim and Jane Benson
November 14, 2003 | Brookings, OR
It is through my grandfather's example that I lead my life. His belief in family is a virtue that I will always treasure. The day my grandfather passed on, the world truely did become a little less as Heaven gained so much more. I Love you so much yeh-ya and will never let you down.
Jonathan Cruz
November 13, 2003 | Brentwood, CA
A Favorite Quote of Dad's: Somebody said that it couldn’t be done,But he with a chuckle replied That “maybe it couldn’t,” but he would be oneWho wouldn’t say so till he’d tried.
Edgar Albert Guest (1881–1959), Anglo-American poet.
Thank you Dad for a instilling in all of us the strength to not give up or give in. You demonstrated a life of quiet grace, strength, and perseverance. We will try to follow your lead. Love Always, Ann
Ann Cruz
November 12, 2003 | Brentwood, CA
You lived a good life, Dick. And, you've left quite a legacy. Rest well cousin. Love, Joy and Scott
Joy Linn
November 11, 2003 | Corvallis, OR
