On February 23, 2022 at Jessica’s House, Exeter, William Charles Patrick Corbett, of Exeter and formerly of McGillivray Township, Lucan and Commanda, in his 96th year. Predeceased by his wife of 66 years, Elizabeth Isabel Young (2015). Survived by his children Jane Corbett of Brinsley, Dianne Corbett & Denis Brûlé of Timmins, and David Corbett of London; by his grandchildren Matthew Becker & Joanne Kettner, Emilie Brûlé & Robin Carbonneau, all of Montreal, and Erin Brûlé of Timmins; and great-grandchildren Juliette and Emma Becker. Also survived by brothers- and sisters-in-law Doris Hodgins, Lenore Young, Jim and Florence Young, Dr. Robert Coates and Sandra Young. Predeceased by his parents Harold Meadd Corbett (1980) and Ellen Muriel Haskett (1982); and by brothers- and sisters-in-law Marguerite & Ross McRoberts, Donald Hodgins, Donald Young, Elva Coates and Jack Young. Charles Patrick was a retired Consulting Professional Engineer and a former Ontario Land Surveyor; Founding Director and President (1969) of the Ontario Maple Producers Association; Reeve of McGillivray Township; Warden (1989) of Middlesex County; President (1999) and Treasurer (to 2021) of The Irish Benevolent Society of London & Area; P.M. (1957) of Irving Lodge No. 154, A.F.&A.M.; P.D.D.G.M. (1979) of South Huron Masonic District; an Honorary 33o (1983) Member of the A.&A.S.E.; and a member of the Mocha Shrine.
Visitation will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Sunday from 1-3 PM. A Masonic Service will be held on Sunday afternoon at 3:30 PM at the funeral home under the auspices of Craig Lodge No. 574 A.F.& A.M. Family and friends are invited to attend.
A funeral service will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, on Monday, February 28th at 11 AM with Rev’d Allan Livingstone officiating. Interment at St. Mary’s Anglican Cemetery, Brinsley.
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Donations to the charity of choice with consideration being given to the Scottish Rite Charitable Foundation (London Learning Centre for Dyslexic Children), the Shrine Hospital for Children, or Jessica’s House Residential Hospice in Exeter, would be appreciated by the family.
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Stephen Cudmore
To the Corbett family,
My deepest condolences to your family!!
Charlie always made me feel very welcome at family gatherings. Nancy, Alison ,Elspeth and I have good memories of our visits to the area
Erin Haskett
Jane, Diane and David,
My condolences to you and your family. I will always be grateful for Charlie’s history lessons and the detailed family tree he shared with me. He leaves a wonderful legacy and was such a kind and generous person.
Dale & Linda Froats
What a pleasure it was to have known Charlie. His greetings were so friendly and personal when ever we met. We will miss him.
John Wise
To the Corbet family I extend my sincere sympathy on the passing of Charles. He was one very special person and
will be dearly missed. I knew Charles for many years as a Brother in the Lodge and Shrine.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
John Wise
Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority
To the Corbett Family:
Our sincere condolences to you on the passing of Charles. He’s been part of the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority family since the 1950s when he became a board member. We are grateful he was a founding member of the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation in 1974 and on the first Conservation Dinner Committee. Charles and Elizabeth were strong, loyal supporters of the fundraising dinner and it was always great to see them each year. Most recently, we have enjoyed working with your family to plant trees on the valley lands at the farm. This will be a wonderful legacy for generations to come.
Above all, Charles was a gentleman who did so much for his family and the community. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Dave and Linda (Kraul) Smith
Jane, Dianne, David and families
Condolences on the passing of your Dad. He was a kind man with a calming presence.
I’m sure there are many memories that you will share over the next few days and years.
Pat & Cora Ryan
Our condolences to the Corbett family on Charlie’s passing. Charlie was a gentleman and a well respected member of our community. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Janet Thomas
To Jane, Diane, and David:
I’ve been a big fan of your dear Dad’s from the moment I met him. His tour of the Corbett Family history was life-changing for me and I’ll always be grateful to your Father’s incredible memory for family history and for his caring ways. I will miss our telephone chats.
All my love to you, Cousin Janet Thomas
Gerald and Bonnie Wright
To Jane, Dianne, and David, we offer our sincerest condolences. We were shocked to read that Charlie had passed away because there are some people that we just think will always be around. . McGillivray Township has lost a great historian. Sincerely Gerald and Bonnie Wright
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Our sincere condolences to each of the Corbett Family. May your many memories of a well respected citizen of the community bring you comfort through this difficult time.
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Phyllis O’Neil
My condolences to all of you at the loss of Charlie
Fred Lewis
The Corbett Family,
Sad to hear of Charlie’s passing. We have many fond memories of Charlie. Recently, we had the pleasure of sharing a table with him and Jane at the Warden’s Banquet in Lucan. He will certainly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Fred Lewis & Lillus Riddell
Joyce Sovereign
To all of Charlie’s family
I send my sincere sympathy to each one of you on the death of this kind gentleman ,always a smile and a greeting when ever you met him.What along and wonderful life he had .
May God comfort you all
Nancy Morrison
Jane and Family
So sorry to hear of your Father’s passing. He was such a kind gentleman.
I have known him all my life.
Nancy (Watson) Morrison
Jack Riddell
We wish to send our sincere condolences to the family of Charlie. He was an inspiration, with his many accomplishments and successful careers, and his ambition to live life with a zest. He will be missed by many. Our sympathies to all on Charlie’s passing.
Jack and Anita Riddell
Sandi Brintnell
Corbett Family,
Sending our condolences. You will have lots of great memories of your dad.
Rob and Sandi Brintnell
Jim and Helen Hearn
Our sincere sympathy to all of Charlie’s loved ones. He may be gone, but he certainly won’t be forgotten. What a remarkable history of community service!
Jim and Helen
Brenda and Gord Moon
Dear Jane , Diane, and David.
We’re very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing . I just wanted to share this special memory with you.
Several years ago while chatting with Charlie , he told me Uncle Harold and Aunt Muriel’s farm was being torn down. I asked if he might please save a piece of barn board for me remembering all the wonderful fun we had at the big picnics. One day , he dropped by with, yes, a piece of barn board . My husband made a lovely bird house using the board. It remains the home to several families of sparrows over the years and I expect also this spring.
I hope by sharing , it brings a smile at this difficult time.
George and Kathy Lee
To the Corbet Family, sending you all our condolences for the loss of Charlie. He was a very well respected man and a man of knowledge in all fields of life. Cherish your fond memories and may they give you the comfort and peace. George and Kathy Lee
Brian Ropp
My sincerest condolences on behalf of myself and north middlesex council .to all of Charlies family. He was always a gentleman who was a joy to be with and he helped make his community a better place to live .
Brian
Elizabeth (Liz) Hodgins & Alan Gates
Jane, Diane, David and family:
So sad to hear of the passing of your Dad. I have many fond memories of Charlie and the rest of the Family over the years. Looking in the window of his office on the corner of Main & Alice St Lucan, watching him working; visiting with Charlie at Church and community social gatherings; playing at the Family home in Lucan; visiting the sugar bush at the Family farm.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. 🙏
Doug and Susan Hodgins
Jane, Dianne, David.
Our deepest sympathies in the passing of Charlie . He was always a gentleman and a pleasure to work with whether it was council , or farming together. There will always be fond memories. GOD BLESS
Paul Hodgins
Corbett and Young Families
The Hodgins and Lankin families wish to express our sincere condolences on the passing of Charlie Our families enjoyed a friendship with Charlie and his family over the generations
Paul Roscoe Hodgins and family
Don Lankin and family
Sheila Hodgins
Jane, Diane, David and family:
So sad to hear of the passing of your Dad. Hold tight all the many many memories you have of your Dad and all that he accomplished in his life. God Bless.
Sandra (McLellan) & Larry Hern
Dear Jane and the Corbett Family,
We extend our sincere sympathy on the passing of your Dad. My husband and sons attended Lodge with him over the years, but our best memory was when he greeted us as the Captain of the Titanic a few years ago at the Fundraiser event in Lucan. He looked so dapper in his Uniform! Jane… we sang in the Choir together at Lucan United Church, and went to Medway at the same time, and you were fortunate to have such a wonderful Dad in your life for so many years. May all your good memories ease the pain of his loss.
Don and Ruth Ann Cunningham
Our condolences to the family on Charlie’s passing. Charlie was greatly respected in the neighbourhood. He will be missed.
Don and Ruth Ann Cunningham
George Brunton
My deepest sympathy to the Corbett family. I met Charles many years ago when he became a Director of the Irish Benevolent Society. As a result of his abilities, strong work ethic and ever present sense of humour he soon became a vital member of the I.B.S. It was always a pleasure to be the company of this talented gentleman. May he rest in Peace!
Sincerely,
George Brunton
Shawn McFalls and Carrah Templeman
Jane and Family,
Sending our deepest condolences at this time.
Audrey (Marshall) Andersen
Dear Jane, Dianne and David.
To the Corbett/Young families left to cherish the wonderful memories of C.P.,
an accomplished friend for 70+ years, my sincere condolences to everyone.
Audrey ❤️😓
Tom Hearn
I was sorry to hear this sad news. You have my conolences.
Gord Baxter
To The Corbett families – On behalf of the Nobles, Bluewater Shrine Club, we extend our sincerest sympathies. We will cherish his memories in our hearts. Gord Baxter, Secretary, Bluewater Shrine Club
James Nother
Charles Corbett (P. Eng.) one of our long-standing Members, director, and a Past-President (1999) Treasurer till (2021) of The Irish Benevolent Society) Charles was involved in many organizations and activities over a long period of time. He was a guiding light for all of us on the IBS board of directors with his knowledge of not for profits and understanding of benevolence. He was one of our longest standing treasurers in the History of IBS. He will be dearly missed by all of us.
Please keep Charles and his family in your thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
These words below were from James Hardy long time friend of Charles Corbett so eloquently spoken about Charles.
That is very sad, he was such a lively and wise man and so involved in so many community activities. There is no doubt in mind that he revived the Society when he and his fellow friends from the Lucan area joined the Society. His wise guidance as Treasurer was chiefly responsible for the strong financial position that we find ourselves in today. Most of all, he was one of the most ecumenical individuals that I have ever known, and he embodied the heritage and history on which the Society was founded.
God Bless you Charles.
Betty McIntyre
Charlie was such a humble man and was always willing to give his good advice when needed- no questions asked.
Your many memories will sustain you forever.
Sutherland family
We were so sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. He was a was a wonderful friend and neighbour to our family and his presence will be missed. Our deepest and most sincere condolences go to Jane, Dianne and David at this sad time.
Bill Sutherland and family
Wayne Caslick
Sympathy for your loss. I am Elizabeth Wightman’s (Bessie King) grandson and have fond memories of the Young/Wightman family reunions at the Corbett farm with the stone house and especially the swinging bridge.
Wesley & Christine Hodgson
To the Corbett family. We were saddened to hear of your dad Charlie’s passing. He was a true gentleman and friend. Always had time for a chat. I had the pleasure of serving on McGillivray Council with Charlie for twelve years. Also was part of the Past Warden group of Middlesex County. Will miss him at those functions. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Sending our deepest condolences to the entire Corbett family.
William and Helen Delorme
William and Helen (Hodgins) Delorme
Jane, Dianne and Dave
Sincere condolences to Charlie’s Family. He will miss as we
Shared the same Aunt and Uncle with fond memories.
Muriel Culbert
Condolences to the family from Muriel Culbert and Jeff Culbert.
Anne (Stanley) Fairles
Dianne, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I have wonderful memories of time spent with your family, from our early years in your house on Main St in Lucan, and then later after your move to Brinsley.
Bev and Barb Shipley
Our condolences to the Corbett family on the loss of your father. Charlie was a highly respected man I got to appreciate mostly through our years as municipal colleagues
Barb and I send our sincere sympathy
Bev and Barb
Doug and Mary Lee
Our condolences to the Corbett family
Tom & Mary Ann McLaughlin
To the Corbett Family
We were saddened to hear of Charlie’s passing. We will cherish the many memories of conversations over the years both political and personal. He will be missed by many in the communities and organizations he faithfully served. Our sincere condolences. May he Rest In Peace.
Tom and Phyllis Tomes
Our condolences to Charles”family. Charles was always a good supporter of local people and events. When I became Warden of Huron County, the first letter of congratulation came from Charles. I really appreciated it. He was a true gentleman. Our deepest sympathy.
Pete, Jackie & Tracey Martens
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Charlie. He was such a respected member of the community and a vault of information. He will be truly missed. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Pamela Bice
My deepest sympathies to the Corbett family.
My parents (June and Burt Bice) held Charlie in such high esteem.
He truly was a gentleman.
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Chuck
To the Corbett Family
Charlie was a true Gentleman
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you
Wilma Van Bussel
My condolences. My late husband Gerry and I had great regard for Charlie. May he rest in peace. You must have many good memories to give you strength at this sad time
Ed and Annelies Butler
We are sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. Charlie and I went to school and played hockey together. Lately, when I was in the Exeter hospital, Charlie stopped by for a visit, and I enjoyed reminiscing with him about the good old days.
Ken Moor
Sending condolences to Charlie’s family. He was a wonderful friend who always made time to chat and enquire about our family. He will be missed by many. You must have many memories to treasure and remember.
Ken Moor, Pamela Moor and families
Janice
Jane
It was nice to meet you last week and share with you my acquaintance with your dad.
He was always kind & a gentleman & I know he will be missed by many.
My condolence to you and your family.
Sincerely Janice
Jeanette Hodgins
My sincere condolence to all the family. Charlie always took time to have a chat to check on others. A true gentleman, friend and committed to his community, he will be missed. You all have great memories to share and ease your loss.
Heather Tippin
My Uncle Charlie was a really important influence on my dad, who followed his footsteps to become an engineer and a land surveyor. Charlie was a terrific man, who always had an interesting story to share. We have wonderful childhood memories of being at the sugar shack in the spring with Uncle Charlie and Aunt Elizabeth. My deepest condolences to my Corbett cousins for the loss of their dad.
Heather
Nelson McLachlan
Jane, Diane and David
Our condolences to the Corbett family on behalf of the SWOMSPA ,OMSPA and our family. As syrup producers we still benefit from an association that your dad help establish.
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Nelson and Laurie McLachlan
Fort Rose Maple Company Nelson
Jim & Verla Russell
To the Family:
Our deepest, heartfelt sympathy on Charles passing.
Charles was a friendly, delightful neighbour, we were glad to have known him.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Judy, Bonnie and Kevin
Jane, Dianne and David,
Our families have been neighbours, enjoying history and memories, for several generations in McGillivray Township. Charles touched many through his knowledge and passion for the past.
Our sympathy,
The family of Joe and Lois Morgan
Glenn & Sharleen Phillips
To the Corbett Family
Sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing.He was a true gentleman .
When we rented the pasture farm from him we had a lot of good conversations there.
Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time
Ruth Griffiths
Sincere condolences to Charlie’s family …He was a dignified man and strength …… My Dad (Levi White) was a great friend and church member …. Treasure the memories and also the ones he created
Joel Blackmore
A very special man and friend. We both looked forward to seeing each other at Middlesex County functions. May he rest in peace. Thinking of you all in sympathy.
Joel and Brenda Blackmore
Joan & Bob Finkbeiner
Our thoughts and Prayers are with the Corbett family . God Bless
Robert Parkinson
Our sincere condolences to the Corbett Family. I fondly remember sitting in Lodge for many years with Charlie in Lucan. He will be missed.
Robert Parkinson
Elizabeth Parkinson
Margaret Prout
Sincere condolences to all Charlie’s family. Charlie gave generously of his time serving
the community and was well known . Cherish your memories of a life well lived.
Sandra Idle
Our deepest sympathy to Jane, Dianne and David.
It has been a blessing to know your Dad and share many wonderful times with him at neighbourhood parties. He was such a kind gentleman who touched so many hearts.
Larry & Sandra Idle
Joan Scott
Jane,Diane and David. So sad to see the passing of your dad. I always enjoyed our chats at church. He will be missed. My sympathies to all the family.
KELLY OCONNOR
Charlie was a great friend and I can’t believe he’s gone, he was such an inspiration to be so hale and hearty at an advanced age. I will definitely miss chatting with him about local history of McGillivray township. Rose and I extend our most heartfelt condolences to all of his family
Eric and Sue Gerber
How sorry we are about the passing of Charlie as he was known in and around Brinsley. He was a gentleman and we will miss him.
Ida Bice
My condolences to Charlie’s family – he was a great person.
Ron & Ann Walker
Our sincere sympathies to the Corbett family
Carol Haskett Kellam
Jane, Dianne and David.
My deepest sympathies in the loss of your Dad. I have very fond childhood memories of time spent with your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol