Corcoran, Edward ‘Ted’ Maurice
April 26th, 2021
Peacefully passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021, at peopleCare Oakcrossing Long Term Care in London, Ontario, at the age of 93. From his birth on March 14, 1928, to his early years in Orillia and Barrie, and his passing in London on Monday, Ted lifted the spirits of those around him through his faith, positivity, friendly humour, and cheerful songs. He was born in Orillia to Edward Joseph and Mary (Sullivan) and was the youngest of six children. It was Ted’s dancing skills and lovely singing voice that first attracted Jeannette Caruso to him when they met at a dance in 1950. Ted and Jeannette married on October 13, 1952. Ted and Jeannette were active in their faith, first at St. Mary’s Parish in Barrie and later for over five decades at Holy Family Parish in London, where they are blessed with so many loving friends. Ted served in the Knights of Columbus, Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, and was a familiar and gracious usher at Holy Family Parish church. He loved watching Jeannette sing with the choir. Ted received the honours of the Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus in an exemplification honouring Most Rev. Ronald Peter Fabbro on June 2, 2012. In the community, Ted was a minor hockey coach with Oakridge Optimist house league and a friend to everyone he met in his Oakridge Acres neighbourhood and at Lake Nosbonsing where family and friends gathered to celebrate with much joy and love. Left to honour Ted and remember his love, is his dear wife of 69 years, Jeannette (Caruso); children: Donna (late Michael Oliver), James, Patrick (Anita), and Daniel (Susan); seven grandchildren: Sean, Michael, Sarah, Adam, Stephanie, David, and Aidan; two great-grandchildren: Mackenzie and Griffin; and many most dear nieces and nephews. Ted was preceded in death by his parents whom he lost when he was just a boy himself, his sisters and brothers, and his beloved son, Stephen (Lucy). Ted will be remembered for his kindness and humility in the parishes and communities he served.
A private visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London. A private Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. A livestream of the service will also be provided for those wishing to view remotely.
To view Ted’s Funeral Mass, please click here: Livestream for the Funeral Mass of Ted Corcoran
The Corcoran family would like to extend our gratitude to all the staff at peopleCare Oakcrossing for their attentiveness and loving care. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Ted are asked to consider the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul or Parkinson Canada.
Charitable donations may be made to:
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
Parkison Canada
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Angela PellerinJeannette, so sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. He was always so cheerful, making everyone laugh. He will be missed.
Rose SullivanTo the Corcoran family; I’m so sorry to hear that Ted has left us. He was a lovely man and will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts today.
Theresa and Bob PaleyTo all of the Corcoran family,
We are all so sorry to hear about Ted’s passing. His smile and stories will be missed. You will all be in our prayers.
Tony BanI’m so sorry to hear of the your family’s loss. He was such a good man! So welcoming, funny, and always said what was on his mind. Awesome person! You’ll all be in Doreen’s and my thought and prayers. You guys had a great Dad, grandfather, great- grand father, father-in-law, husband, Jeannette will need to confirm this. 🙂 So sorry everyone. Sincerely.
Maureen SullivanI’m saddened to hear of Teds passing and my thoughts are with you Jeanette and with the Corcoran family. Ted was a kind and generous man and we’re lucky to have known him.
Cathy PepperAlways very fond feelings for Uncle Ted! Loved his joie de vivre. My favourite uncle for sure. He was so much a part of my parents lives and ours. When he was living in Barrie, how delicious it would be to go over to their house for some real Italian cooking from our wonderful Aunt Jeanette. So sad that we can’t be there in person to honour him. To my cousins Jamie, Donna, Patrick, and Dan, know that my heartfelt thoughts are with you. To Aunt Jeanette, there are no adequate words, but know that I love you and will be keeping you in my heart.
Holly JordanDear Jeannette, Donna & Family,
Please accept my condolences on Ted’s passing. May your wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort.
Take care,
Holly
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Death notice for the town of: London, Province: Ontario