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John CORCORAN Obituary

CORCORAN - John "Jack"
Passed away on December 14, 2020. Beloved husband of Corinne (O'Malley) Corcoran; dear father of Brian and Elizabeth (Joshua Szvoren) Corcoran; loving grandfather of Bennett and several other grandchildren; son of the late Francis D. and Idamae (Heckel) Corcoran; brother of Mary Frances Griffin, late Maureen Keane, JoAnne (Earl) Hattenberger, Ellen (late Edward) Leemer, Diane (Joseph) Leary, Stephen (Carol) Corcoran. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning, 780 Guardsman Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108. Arrangements by the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online register book at www.CANNANFH.com

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Published by Buffalo News on Dec. 17, 2020.

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Tyler Corcoran

May 7, 2025

I miss him he was such a nice funny guy even in the hardest of times rest in peace.

Jim Kelly

December 20, 2020

Corinne, Brian, and Elizabeth,
Hi I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. It has been far too long since I've seen you but Jack had been in my prayers and now I pray for peace in your hearts.

Joann Kick

December 20, 2020

Dear Corrine, Brian, and Elizabeth.
My sympathy for your loss. Know that you are in my prayers.

Sam & Linda

December 18, 2020

Dear Corrine, Brian and Elizabeth so sorry to her about Jack/your dad. He was so nice and always made us laugh just like his mom. We miss seeing you guys. Sending prayers to you all.

Mary M. Keefe

December 18, 2020

Dear Corinne, I am so very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.

Jack Mooney

December 17, 2020

Corinne, Steve,
Sad to read about Jack's passing. Went through both high school and college with him. A good man gone.

Pamela Germain

December 17, 2020

Corrine and family, my heartfelt sympathy to all of you on your loss. Jack was such a wonderful guy. I always loved seeing him bring his great wry sense of humor to any situation at work. He will be missed by many.

Paul and Sharon Liberto

December 17, 2020

Dear Corinne, we were so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Just know that he is at peace now. Hopefully we can get together soon.

Mary Lou

December 17, 2020

Corrine,Brian and Elizabeth, We were so sorry to hear of Jackie´s passing. He was a wonderful husband and father.Even though we didn´t see each other often we will miss him. Prayers and hugs from us. Love you all, Marylou and George

Patricia Seychew

December 17, 2020

Corinne and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jack´s passing. Keeping you all in my prayers at this difficult time.

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