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Benjamin Corcoran Obituary

CORCORAN Benjamin "Ben" Corcoran, age 18, of Columbus, died Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at home. Ben was a graduate of Worthington Kilbourne High School, Class of 2010. Preceded in death by his grandparents Francis and Mary Bonanno and James Corcoran and his uncles Mark Bonanno and Patrick Corcoran. Ben is survived by his parents, Cathy Corcoran of Columbus and Ardie Bonanno of Dayton; grandmother, Jean Corcoran of Powell; brothers, Jack Corcoran of Columbus, Kevin (Joannie) Bonanno of Powell and Matthew (Kristen) Bonanno of Chicago; aunts, Cindy Corcoran of New York, NY, Chris Corcoran of Columbus, Ann (Jerry) Allen, Claire Brogan and Chris (Jim) Barstow, all of Dayton; uncle, Frank (Kathleen) Bonanno of Dayton; and their families. Family will receive friends from 2-6 p.m. SUNDAY at the RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME AT POWELL, 450 West Olentangy Street, Powell, OH 43065, (614)-792-1471. (The funeral home is located on W. Olentangy St./Powell Rd./SR 750 1/4 mile east of Sawmill Parkway.) Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2010 at ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 6899 Smokey Row Road, Columbus, OH 43235 with The Reverend Monsignor John Johnson, Celebrant. Private burial will be observed by the family. Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.rutherfordfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 21 to Oct. 22, 2010.

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Linda Peters

October 16, 2024

Will never forget his beautiful blue eyes and great sense of humor.

Linda Peters

October 16, 2022

Ben was kind and funny and deserved a long happy life with his mother and brother who he loved so much.

Linda Laurianti

July 9, 2011

Cathy & Ardie -- Honestly, I cannot find the words to express over your loss of Benny. He had two parents that loved him deeply and you weren't afraid to express it. May he rest in peace.

Mike, Linda, Alexandra and Mario

RIP BUDDY

JERRY HOWARD

March 21, 2011

Taylor Clarke

November 1, 2010

I'm so sorry for you loss, Ben will truely be missed he was an amazing kid. He helped me feel welcome at Marlowe and he was an absolute sweetheart. You are all in my prayers.

Kent, Kathy and Carley

October 26, 2010

I will hold on to the childhood memories I have of Bennie. God Bless and know our thoughts are with you all each day. Love,

Michael Lewis

October 25, 2010

Cathy, Ardie & Family,
I cannot find the words to express how truly sorry I am for your loss.
I feel lucky to have known him, even if it was for a small period in life. He was an amazing little boy and I'm sure turned into an equally amazing young man. I fondly remember his visits to The Data House and how fun it was to chat with him about whatever was going on or just goof around in the warehouse.
You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.

October 25, 2010

Ardie and Family
We are so saddened to hear of the untimely death of your beloved son Benjamin. May it be of comfort to all of you that everywhere... there are friends old and new who are grieving beside you and praying with you for the grace to withstand the pain and agony of your loss. Ben has been swept away in Gods hands to a better place for all eternity. May he rest in peace now. And may you find comfort in the love and prayers.
Kathy and Biff

madeleine herzog

October 25, 2010

i am so sorry. i can't imagine what you're going through. i loved ben with all my heart and i miss him ore and more everyday. You all will be in my prayers

Brianna Abbott

October 25, 2010

Words are so inadequate... please know that I am holding you close in my heart, my thoughts and, most importantly, my prayers.

sarah & mike

October 24, 2010

ardie, cathy & jack,
we're so sorry for your loss. you're in our thoughts & prayers.

Kathy Baron

October 24, 2010

Dear Ardie and Cathy and Jack:

I am so very sorry for your great loss.

Please know we are thinking of you each day and you are all in our prayers.

Having lost my son many years ago...I know there is no greater pain to live through.

I believe your Benjamin is still very much with you and always will be...you just have to be open to receive the signs.

May God Bless Ben and all of you.
Kathy Baron (Thomas' grandma)

Chris Swisher

October 24, 2010

Cathy and Ardie, I'm terribly sorry for your loss, I knew Ben since elementary school and we were friends, we may have not hanged out much, but his loss hurts no less, you have my deepest sympathy, Ben was a cool guy, I'm sure he was an even better family member.

Connie Greenup

October 24, 2010

Dear Ardie
Jay and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy. We watched Matt and Kevin grow up with our girls, Jill Fussnecker and Jaimie Harner. Although we never knew Ben, I am certain that he was just as great as his brothers.

Alex Blake

October 24, 2010

kathy and ardie, im so sorry about ben passing away. He was such a good kid and one of my greatest friends. I shared so many great and funny memories growing up with ben. He always was good putting a smile on my face. he will always be in my prayers and I will keep trying my best to make him proud as he told me he was the last time I talked to him. From me and the rest of my family, we are sorry about you loss. He will always be in my heart as the funny caring best friend I ever had

October 23, 2010

Ardie and Cathy,
Really saddened by the news and so terribly sorry for your loss. I really am at a loss for words. I will pray for Ben and your families. Please share my condolences with Jack. The phone is always on.......
Eddie Brown

Franco and Barbara Germano

October 23, 2010

Dear Ardie~
Our deepest sympathy. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Franco and Barbara Germano and Family

Linda & Bobby Hunt

October 23, 2010

Dearest Ardie and Cathy,

We are so saddened by your loss. I will always remember those big blue eyes of Bennie's and that sweet smile. Thank you for the photos you used to send, Cathy, when he was young.

Our love and deepest sympathy to you.
You are always on my mind.

Linda and Bobby Hunt

Jason Bush

October 23, 2010

This is such a sad thing. I wish the best for you and will keep you in my thoughts.

Vicki Gooding

October 23, 2010

It grieves me deeply to hear of Ben's passing. It has been years since I have had contact with him, but I have never forgotten Ben's warm smile, laughter, positive outlook on life and great sense of living life to its fullest.
I can't take away the pain from this loss but do reflect on the good he brought to you and many others.

Bill & Chris Johnson

October 22, 2010

Cathy and Ardie
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. Although we hadn't seen Ben much over the past few years, we will always remember him as a fun loving, caring young man. He will be missed by many. May God bless Ben and your family.

October 22, 2010

Dear Artie and Family,

Our deepest sympathy goes out to each of you. You are in our prayers, may God bless Ben and your family.

Jim and Karen Hinds, Centerville, OH

Don and Sandy Zerkel

October 22, 2010

Dear Ardie, so very sorry to hear about you son. You will be in our prayers. God bless Benjamin and your family.

The Johnston Family

October 22, 2010

To the Corcoran family, we send our prayers and condolences for the loss of your son, grandson and nephew, Benny. May your fond memories of him keep you strong through this most difficult time in your lives.

Delanee Willison

October 22, 2010

Ben was always so friendly and caring. He was full of jokes and love, leaving a smile on everyone's face. He will be missed. Stay strong and keep your head's up through the hard times.

John Roberts

October 22, 2010

Ardie and family,
May god bless you and keep you during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our deepest heartfelt sympanthy. John & Debbie Roberts

Suzanne McCann

October 22, 2010

Dear Cathy and Jack -
Our heartfelt condolences go out to both of you as your mourn Ben's loss. We never had the pleasure of meeting Ben, but imagine he was an incredibly wonderful individual as both of you are. May the love of God and family and friends be of comfort to you now and in the days ahead. We are here for you ANYTIME.
God bless,
Jim, Suzanne, Kelsey and Ryan McCann

October 22, 2010

RIP

Jamie Long

October 21, 2010

Cathy,
I don't have any words that make sense to say. Bennie, well, he was amazing. He brought so much joy to this world. My heart goes out to you, Jack, and Ardie. It is impossible to fathom the depth of your pain. I was just talking to Jack about Ben last week, about playing Mario Brothers and Bennie always beating me so easily. I am so thankful to have known Ben. God be with you all.

Craig and Libby Nichols

October 21, 2010

Dear Ardie and family, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marya Kowal

October 21, 2010

Kathy, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and Jack. Ben was a wonderful young man, who will be sorely missed.

Deanne Joseph

October 21, 2010

Dear Ardie and family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family at this time. I send my sympathy and love.

shawnte ratliff

October 21, 2010

I had a class with Ben every year and every time I saw Ben he always had the biggest smile on his face and there wouldn't be a time that Ben would never not smile or joke around he knew how to make everyone laugh. He will be missed. Your family is in my prayers.

Kathy Newman-Gall

October 21, 2010

Kathy and Ardie - We are so sorry for your loss and the pain and suffering that go with it. Ben was a wonderful person and I pray that God be with you and keep you strong through this time. Your friends are here for you.

Hillman Staff

October 21, 2010

Dear Kathy and Ardie,
We want to extend our thoughts and prayers to your family. We adored Ben and it was a pleasure having him with us. He was truely a fun and loving young man. May God bless you in this time of need and know that we are here for you! Ben will truely be missed!

October 21, 2010

Our hearts are breaking for you guys. We've loved Benny at every age and stage of his life.
Love Jim and Linda

Molly Pearce

October 21, 2010

Cathy, I cannot even imagine your pain. I am praying for strength for you.

Adrienne Kirnec

October 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers to your family at this difficult time. May God be with your family throughout this tough time.

Anonymous

October 21, 2010

My heartfelt prayers are with you at this difficult time. I have a teenage son, and even though we've never met, as a mother I can only imagine the pain and confusion. May you find comfort in your faith and may it hold you strong. God bless you and your family.

KATHLEEN PERRINI

October 21, 2010

Dear Kathy and Ardie-we cannot even begin to understand the pain that you are suffering.....In your time of greif,remember that no one can take away the love and memories that you share with Bennie....all of our prayers are with you...Let us know if there is ANYTHING that we can do...love and prayers,Ed ,Kathy and Sonny Perrini

Jane Shawver

October 21, 2010

Our heartfelt sympathy to Ben's family. Ben never hesitated to say hello when we would see him in the neighborhood. His smile will be sadly missed.

Tom, Jane, Paige & Ethan Jones

Naomi Roberts

October 21, 2010

I will be praying for God to comfort you all. I always remember Ben's smile.

Heather, Bryan, Gavin & Nolan Schreiber

October 21, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

denise dobbins

October 21, 2010

my deepest sympathy to you and your family..... by heart is so sad for all of you.....I hope God gives you comfort in this time...love you...

Sharon Brasser

October 21, 2010

I remember Ben from Granby and the youth football team he and our son Michael were in together. Our heartfelt sympathy to Ben's family in this time of such great sorrow. We too lost one of our beloved sons. Hold Ben in your hearts and may you receive God's grace.
Sharon and Tom Brasser

Sharon Brasser

October 21, 2010

I remember Ben from Granby and the little league football team he and my son Michael played on together. My family and I extend our heartfelt sympathy to Ben's family in this time of such great sorrow. Hold Ben in your heart and may you receive God's grace.
Sharon Brasser

mike dojcak

October 21, 2010

When all seems darkest that is when a ray of light shines brightest.

The Remick Family

October 21, 2010

To have the wonderful memories of time spent with Ben and your entire family will help us through this very difficult time. The handsome, smiling young man in the picture who was always so happy to see you, perfect manners and such a great conversationalist is who we will remember. He is a part of us forever.
All our love,
Chris, Elyse, Nicholas, Colin and Hannah Remick

Theanne Murata

October 21, 2010

Words cannot express the loss of a child. My deepest sympathy for all of you and may God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With much love and support,
Theanne, Justin and Nick

October 21, 2010

Your family is in our prayers. We are glad that we had the chance to meet Ben this summer at the lake.

Anne, Brian, and boys. (Lima, Ohio)

Judy Smith

October 21, 2010

May God support your family at this difficult time. And please know that others share in your loss.

October 21, 2010

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy.

October 21, 2010

May you Rest in Peace Ben.

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