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Corey Buckley Obituary
Corey T. Buckley, 31, of Minooka, died Saturday at home after a tragic fireworks accident.
Born in Scranton, son of Timothy and Rose Marie Runco Buckley, he attended Lackawanna College where he played baseball. He was a union iron worker as well as a Scranton fire fighter commit.
Corey was a fan of Notre Dame football and loved fishing, watching movies and and spending time with friends and family. He always put others before himself. Corey's smile could light up a room and he had a gift for making everyone around him laugh. He was truly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Tyler; a sister, Brittany; his fiancée, his sweetheart and the love of his life, Amanda Connors; paternal grandmother, Nancy Buckley; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and his beloved fur baby, Nala.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Clement and Rose Grace Runco, of Throop; and paternal grandfather, John P. Buckley, of Cranford, N.J.
There will be a private Mass of Christian Burial at Divine Mercy Parish at St. Joseph's Church. The Mass will be streamed at nwrfh.com for the public.
Calling hours will be Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Neil W. Regan Funeral Home Inc., 1900 Pittston Ave., Scranton. Please be advised that due to COVID-19, social distancing and masks are required. Visitors will be asked to wait outside until they are called in and will be strongly encouraged to limit time with the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411, or at griffinpondanimalshelter.com.
To email condolences, visit the funeral home website.
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July 7, 2020
Timmy & Rose
So So Sorry to hear this tragic news. We send our deepest condolences. May God Bless and Comfort you with many fun and joyous memories.
Love,
Judy (Buckley) Gordon
Uncle Dan's daughter
Kathleen Cadden
July 3, 2020
Sincerest condolences on the tragic loss of your beloved son.
John Rooney
July 2, 2020
Tim I am very sorry to hear about your son. I want you to know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family.
Pam Jones Holmes
July 2, 2020
Rose, Tim and family,
My heart aches for you all. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. Praying for you.
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July 2, 2020
a lot of good times back in the day rest in peace brother
Bryan Ancherani
Tiffany & Paula Shanley
July 2, 2020
Buckley & Runco families,
We were so saddened to hear of Corey's passing. Our hearts hurt for you all. We apologize for not being able to attend his services. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Goodbyes are not forever
Goodbyes are not the end
They simply mean I'll miss you
Until we meet again
Tiffany & Paula Shanley
July 2, 2020
Buckley & Runco families,
We were so saddened to hear of Corey's passing. Our hearts hurt for you all. We apologize for not being able to attend his services. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Goodbyes are not forever
Goodbyes are not the end
They simply mean I'll miss you
Until we meet again
Gary Gavrish
July 1, 2020
Tim, Rose Marie, & Tyler
Our hearts & prayers go out to all of you! You all are in our thoughts & prayers. God Bless you & your entire family!
July 1, 2020
Tim and family,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We will keep you and Corey in our prayers. May he rest in peace.
Tom and Carol Baldacci
Edward Mcintyre
July 1, 2020
Deepest heartfelt sympathy to the entire Buckley family. Our Prayers are with you, and may the lord stand by you during these hard times. God bless: Edward, Cheryl, and Eddie Mcintyre.
Connie Pugliese
July 1, 2020
I will never forget that little boy who stole my heart the first day I met him. You are all in my prayers.
Linda U Ali
July 1, 2020
There are no words to express the sadness we all feel for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to the Buckley & Connors families. My his legacy live on in your memories and the love you shared.
Linda & Amjad Ali
(Amanda's aunt & uncle)
Jennifer & Vinny Melore
July 1, 2020
Rose & Tim, your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Corey, you will live forever in the hearts of those who love you. God Bless you all.
Jolene
June 30, 2020
His smile charm and love for life will live on in all he touched forever. For such a young man he made a great impact on my life. As I'm sure he did many others. Hugh smile hugh hugs. Everything about him was as big as his heart. I will forever appreciate what he added to my life. I cannot imagine what you are all going thru. Just keep in your mind the joy he brought to others and the love he had for you all.
John & Maureen Trently
June 30, 2020
We are so very sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers May God Bless and carry you at this difficult time.
Tina Tanana
June 30, 2020
Rose and Tim, Buckley and Runco Family I am so sorry for the loss of such an extraordinary young man! Please know you have my prayers and sympathy and love. May God Bless your family. RIP Corey! ❤ Tina Tanana & Family
Lori Baur
June 30, 2020
Very sweet young man..I knew from a swimming party he had at his parents house at least 15yrs ago.. Invited all his friends..Great time..he will surly be missed...prayers to the family...
Greg Schroeder
June 30, 2020
God bless this young man prayers be with your family And may his smile shine through!!
Lynn Hamilton
June 30, 2020
Oh Tim and rose there are no words only prayers and I will send many ❤☮
Lynn and Tom Hamilton
June 30, 2020
Oh Tim and rose I'm so sorry for your loss there are no words only prayers and I will send many ❤☮
Nick Lugin
June 30, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Words cannot express our deepest sympathy for the family. RIP Corey
Rin Stanley
June 30, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family
Gayle Turner
June 30, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gayle Turner
June 30, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nick Mecca
June 30, 2020
Timmy,
This is Nick. I'm lost for words just know you are and always will be my brother.
Love you Nick
June 30, 2020
Timmy,
This is Nick. I'm so sorry. I'm lost for words, just know brother you are and always will be in my heart.
Your brother Nick Mecca
Susan Glogowski
June 30, 2020
May God bless Corey, you and everyone who love him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Jerry & Mariann Moran
June 30, 2020
R.I.P. so sorry for your loss. Corey was a good baseball player. Remember his father bringing the boys to play ball. So sad.May the family find peace during this hard time.
Tonya L.
June 30, 2020
My condolences to the Family, please draw strength from the love of Family and friends and may God's word and his loyal love comfort you and help you through this difficult time.
Psalm 119:50,76
Mary Clair and Tom Sawicki
June 30, 2020
Our deepest condolences to this wonderful family. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.
Mary Clair and Tom Sawicki and family
T. J. Finley
June 29, 2020
Tim,
On behalf of our family, please,accept our deepest condolences to you & your family on Corey's untimely & tragic passing. May God's strength guide you.
John Hartridge
June 29, 2020
Timmy I am so sorry for your loss and my deepest sympathy
Joe Wesley
June 29, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. He was a good guy who always had a smile on his face.
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