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David Corbett Obituary
Wichita Falls - David Ray Corbett, 72, of Wichita Falls, passed away on Monday, December 2. 2019.
Born on April 11,1947 in Corpus Christi, Texas, Dave, served in the United States Navy in the Nuclear Submarine division on the USS Sunfish from April 1966-1970. He continued to serve in the Navy reserve until June 11, 1974. Dave met his wife, Sonia, in Florida, and married on October 14, 1972.
Dave and Sonia moved to Wichita Falls in 1980, where he opened The Red Lobster. He was the General Manager until he retired. He was an active member in the the Maskat Shriners and served as a member of the Provost Guard and enjoyed traveling with friends from the Navy.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. Survivors include his wife, Sonia Corbett, of Wichita Falls; daughter, Shannon Hoggatt and husband Don, of McKinney, TX and three grandchildren, Halle, Adalynn, Ann Margaret.
A private Celebration of Life will be held for close friends and family. The family asks memorials be made to Faith Presbyterian Hospice, 12477 Merit Drive, Dallas, TX 75251.
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May 5, 2020
Miss you Dad!
Pam and Ed Hall
December 15, 2019
Our prayers go out to Sonia, his daughter and grandchildren! He was such a sweet soul and will always be remembered! Love you Sonia!
John Christoff
December 8, 2019
Rest in peace old friend, may God rest his soul and give comfort to Sonya, his family, and many friends. God bless ya super Dave.
David Diaz
December 8, 2019
Prayers go out to the family from all Red Lobster crew current and past.
Lee Epler
December 7, 2019
So sad to hear this, many good memories from the Red Lobster days!! RIP Mr. Corbett. Prayers for the family during this time.
SHERRY Muhlbauer
December 6, 2019
Thank You Mr. David for being The Kindest Sweetest Soul. Prayers.
Angela Adair
December 6, 2019
My prayer are with u
Allyson Forbins
December 6, 2019
The world lost a really great man who touched alot of people
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