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Christopher Corcoran Obituary
January 31, 1958 - July 25, 2024
Christopher Wendell Phillips Corcoran, 66, of Gum Spring, VA, passed away on July 25, 2024. Christopher was born on January 31, 1958, to Wendell Phillips Corcoran and Maureen Stewart Corcoran in Lombard, IL. After graduating from Benedictine College Prep in Richmond, VA, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and proudly served his country. Following his Marine Corps service, Christopher joined the AirNational Guard and retired after 21 and a half years. He also pursued his life's passion and became a Henrico County police officer, retiring after 35 years and three months. During his career as a police officer, he was a School Resource Officer and spent much of his time working with youth. Christopher was a long-term volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America and was on the team that developed Cub Webelos Adventure Camp in Maidens, Virginia. For his work with the Boy Scouts of America, Christopher was awarded the Silver Beaver Award, a high form of recognition. Christopher had a strong sense of duty and was always willing to help others, he never met a stranger and no one was more loyal. In 1979, Christopher met the love of his life, Janet Hayes Corcoran. They married in 1981 and had two beautiful children, Rebecca Carroll Corcoran and Ryan Wendell Phillips Corcoran. Christopher was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael; sister, Claire; his father-in-law, John W. Hayes Sr.; and his brothers-in-law, Jessie and Julian Hayes. He is survived by his bride of 43 years, Janet; daughter, Rebecca (Scott); son, Ryan (Amanda); the apples of his eyes, grandchildren, Claire, Beau, Sadie and Millie Corcoran; his sisters, Celeste Corcoran (Curtis); Cathleen Burke (Tom); Cynthia Corcoran; his mother-in-law, Sally M. Hayes; as well as many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. A viewing will be held at Bliley's - Central on Wednesday, July 31 at 11:30 am - 12:30 pm with a Memorial Service to follow at Amelia Veteran's Cemetery for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests that memorial gifts are made to the Cub Adventure Camp care of Heart of Virginia Council.
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Richard Hausler
August 5, 2024
Condolences from the Henrico Retired Police Officer Association. We have made a donation in Chris' memory to the Christopher Corcoran Cub Adventure Camp Maintenance Fund.
Leean O´Connell
August 4, 2024
Cathleen, Celeste, & Cynthia, I´m so sorry for your loss. I met Christopher when I was only six and he was a teen. I always wished for an older brother and for 10 glorious days Christopher & Michael made that a reality. These are joyous memories that I deeply treasure. I can only imagine how deep your loss is as his real sisters for a lifetime. I hope that every day brings a little more comfort and solace.
Sam Turner
July 31, 2024
To the Corcoran family, I had the greatest pleasure working with Chris on a daily basis during his time at Holman Middle School. The dedication he had for his own family,and to the students and faculty was unprecedented. We would often talk so much daily about everything from the military to his favorite foods. He was such an inspiration! He took everything seriously, but he knew how to laugh and how to make people laugh. What a great servant to the greater mission of life! I will miss him a lot as I know you will too, but the memories of his work and dedication will continue.
Sally Hayes and Jean Paulk
July 30, 2024
We loved Chris so much. You couldn´t ask for a more wonderful son in law and brother in law. Love to Janet and the family.
Daniel Crouch
July 29, 2024
Mr. Corcoran is an amazing man who embodied all that the Boy Scouts, Military, and Police stand for, service to others. He was a strong influence to me growing up in Troop 715 and many of my formative memories of childhood involve him and the other troop leaders passing on their experience, their work ethic, and their morals. My deepest condolences to you all and a salute to you Mr. Corcoran for your service to all.
Todd & Kathy Hezeau
July 28, 2024
He sounds like such a wonderful and amazing man who loved his family and community. We are so very sorry for your loss. May your hearts be filled with joyful memories of your times together as you celebrate a life well lived and a wonderful man very much loved and respected by all.
Rick Poh
July 28, 2024
My prayers for you, Cathleen, and your family.
Jennifer sole
July 27, 2024
I'm so sorry. Claire and I attended st Edwards and Gertie's together . May God bless you all during this hard time .
Jennifer sole
Tom Lukish
July 27, 2024
Thank you for your service to our country and Henrico County! God bless all your loved ones! Rest well Chris!
Tom Lukish - North Myrtle Beach, SC
Janet Corcoran
July 27, 2024
My heart is ! I love you forever!
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