Thomas D. Corcoran, age 82, of Stratford, CT passed away on Tuesday, July 29th. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Molly Corcoran. She was the love of his life. They grew up together on James Street in Bridgeport. Tommy, as he was known, served our country with pride and distinction in the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany in the mid 50's. After returning from Germany, he began his career at Sikorsky Aircraft and worked there until his retirement. Tommy remained involved with Sikorsky Aircraft as a member of the Golden Wings Retirees. Tommy and Molly built their life around their families. They provided them with endless love and support and were an example of a life well lived. Tommy had a plethora of jokes and his humor entertained all who knew him. He was well traveled and enjoyed walking around the pond next to his home. He exuded a postive outlook on life and when he was sick never did he complain. Tommy had a special place in his heart for his sister RoseMary. They had a special bond throughout their life that will endure forever.Survivors include his sister, RoseMary Striebe of Fairfield. His nephew, William Striebe, his nieces MaryAnn Provey, Teresa O'Reilly and Kim Striebe, as well as his brothers-in-law Pastor John Giannattasio, of Bridgeport and Joey Giannattasio. of Florida; and dear friends. He was a communicant of the Holy Cross Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, August 4, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Church, Fairfield. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery, Stratford. Friends may call Sunday from 5-7 p.m. in the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield. , In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Holy Cross Church. 750 Tahmore Dr, Fairfield, CT 06825. For further information or to sign an online guest register please visit www.SpearMillerFuneralHome.com
Funeral Home
Spear-Miller Funeral Home
39 South Benson Road,
Fairfield CT US 06824
Visitation
Spear-Miller Funeral Home
39 South Benson Road,
Fairfield CT US 06824
August 03, 2014
Service
Holy Cross Church
Mass of Christian Burial
750 Tahmore Drive,
Fairfield CT US 06825
August 04, 2014
Cemetery
Union Cemetery
Temple Court,
Stratford CT US
August 04, 2014
Charity
Holy Cross Church
750 Tahmore Drive,
Fairfield CT US 06825