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James Corbett Obituary
Jim was born on March 23, 1948 to the late James W. and Frances S. Corbett from Greenville, SC, and graduated from Greenville High School in 1966. He attended the University of South Carolina before enlisting in the United States Army, Americal Division in Chu Lia, South Vietnam. Upon receiving his honorable discharge, he attended Western Carolina University and graduated in 1972 with a degree in History.
Jim was a huge history buff, an avid reader, die hard Gamecock fan, loved to bicycle and hike. He also loved to take his dogs for car rides listening to country music with the windows rolled down. Jim never met a stranger. He will be remembered mostly as a true southern gentleman, and as a devoted father and husband. Jim is survived by his wife of thirty-nine years, Mary Murray Corbett; beloved daughter, Murray Elizabeth Corbett, and his "other mother," Mary Murray Tompkins Black. He is also survived by his sisters, Gwen Fox and husband, Bill, of Charlotte and Ann Corbett, of Pawleys Island, SC; nephews, Will and Jim Fox; niece, Fran Saunders and husband, Wallace, as well as six grand-nieces and nephews and his beloved furry friends, Bonnie, Jeb and Sawyer.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in Columbia, SC on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at 11:00 AM. A celebration of life will be held at Christ Episcopal Church in Charlotte on Friday, August 23, 2019 at 12:00 PM, with a reception to follow in the Blue Room at the church.
The family would like to thank all the wonderful people of Levine Cancer Institute and Hospice and Palliative Care of Charlotte, for making Jim's journey with cancer as comfortable as possible.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Levine Cancer Institute Carolinas Brain Cancer Fund, c/o Carolinas Healthcare Foundation, 208 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203 or Christ Episcopal Church, 1412 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC 28207 or the charity of one's choice.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Corbett
Doug Park
August 15, 2021
Jim,we still miss your smile and laughter and your friendly charm after these years past.
Doug
September 3, 2019
Did Jim serve with DCo.5th/46? I had a Jim Corbett in my platoon. Paul B.
August 24, 2019
Mary Murray, please accept our heartfelt condolences with passing of Jim. May fond memories help you and Murray Elizabeth during this difficult time. I will always keep the memories of our days together at 3M as we tried to conquer the world. He was a true Southern Gentleman who adored his family and will watch over both of you for ever. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and the entire Corbett family.
Bill and Kathy O'Day
Chris Costello
August 23, 2019
Jim was a true southern gentlemen. I respected his industry knowledge and his energy and enthusiasm were contagious. I will miss his travel stories with BoBo and of how proud he was of his wife and daughter. Such a proud husband and father I have never seen. For those of us lucky to have known Jim, he will always be remembered.
Susan Stewart
August 23, 2019
It was a great privilege to work with Jim through Sunbeam Hospitality. So Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you in this time of grief. Jim was a true Gentleman.
August 23, 2019
Linda and I enjoyed spending time with Jim and you earlier in our adulthood. Always had a smile and a story. Jack
Pam Shankle Powell
August 22, 2019
Jim was a high school friend at GHS! We all loved him and most of us girls had a crush on him! God bless all of his family as you grieve his absence!
Alex D'Angelo
August 22, 2019
So sorry to hear about Jim. I would bet he put up quite the battle with no complaints. Jim & I worked together for years & always had it moving forward.
Mary my condolences.
Alex D'Angelo
Willie DiFabio
August 22, 2019
It was a privilege to know Jim while I worked at 3M. He was a professional in the work world and a true caring, gentleman always. I'll miss his friendship and hope memories of his constant smile help his family during this time.
Willie DiFabio
Lynn Slice
August 22, 2019
Mary Murray, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Gary Voise
August 21, 2019
I am saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He and I went though introductory 3M training in 1977 in St. Paul. A wonderful individual and a class act Southern Gentleman. I am proud to have known him. God bless the family
Sabrina Greene FitzSimons
August 21, 2019
Sweet Precious Murray, Mary Murray, and Family, Charley was so saddened when she first found out of Jim's illness many months ago (as were we). She informed us of his passing Monday. There is no doubt he will be missed deeply. May each of you find some comfort in the many wonderful memories God blessed you with until you are reunited one day. Our entire family has each of you in our thoughts and prayers. We will see you tomorrow. With much love. Sabrina, Charlie, Charley and the FitzSimons Family
Doug Park
August 21, 2019
Jim was a gentleman and a professional to work alongside at 3M,where we spent many good times in each other's company.May he rest in peace and provide strength to his family during these testing days.
August 21, 2019
Jim Corbett was the Mayor of the Trinity Pres Charlotte Latin Bus stop . He knew every parent and child who got on the bus in the morning and made all welcome and the morning drop off something to look forward to . I saw him often at the neighborhood Harris Teeter and we always had a great visit talking USC Football (which was fun for me as a Tiger fan ) but as the obit said - consummate Southern Gentleman. Jim will be missed for sure .
Trilby Meeks
August 21, 2019
I would like to express my deepest condolences. Jim was such a huge supporter of the Myers Park library. He made many contributions impacting library customers especially children and staff. I will always remember the many conversations we had about the latest history book he'd read. We loved him and he will be missed.
Elizabeth Heckel
August 21, 2019
My love and prayers are with you.
Elizabeth
John Falzarano
August 21, 2019
To the Corbett family my condolences. I worked with Jim at 2 different companies over a period of 12 years and stayed in touch with him over the last 9 years after I left the company where we both worked. He always talked about his family and dogs and of course history. We talked politics and even though we were of different political beliefs he was always a true gentleman when we would debate politics. While I am saddened by his passing I will celebrate his life and what a unique kind friend he was and will miss him dearly.
Susan W Causey
August 21, 2019
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Aug
22
Graveside service
11:00 a.m.
Elmwood Cemetery
Columbia, SC
Aug
23
Celebration of Life
12:00 p.m.
Christ Episcopal Church
1412 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC
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