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Jerry Corkins Obituary

CORKINS, JERRY LEROY, age 84, of Waterford, passed away April 15, 2021; husband of Elaine Marie Corkins; father of Sheryl (Ken) Hermanson, Lori Corkins, Kay Corkins, Raymond Corkins and Anthony Corkins; grandfather of 6 and great grandfather of 5; survived by brother Dale (Claudine) Corkins and is preceded by: Faye Clark, May Oxenreider, Marie Clark, Gary Corkins and Bobby Corkins. Jerry was a US Army Veteran, graduate of Oakland Community College, retired out of GM after 30+ years, attended St. Benedict’s Catholic Church and was in the Knights of Columbus. A Memorial Mass will take place St. Benedict’s Catholic Church at a later date. Internment Mt. Hope Cemetery. To post a condolence, please visit: www.CoatsFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Oakland Press from Apr. 20 to Apr. 25, 2021.

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Mike English

April 22, 2021

Was a pleasure & fun to have worked with Jerry at Pontiac Motor. Just a really nice guy.

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Carol McInnis

April 21, 2021

Elaine and family we send you our deepest sympathy and know that Bud was a good man. We always enjoyed our family gathering for dinner at Leo's. Loved the time spent with Bud and Elaine at many functions at St. Mikes. Your kids took great care of both of you.
Rest in peace my friend, Carol and Bob McInnis

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