John L. Corey, 52 of Townsend

Townsend – John L. Corey, 52, of Townsend, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, June 22, 2025. John was born in Pequannock Township, New Jersey, on January 10, 1973, a son of the late Leonard F. and Florence M. (Foster) Corey. After graduating from high school, he joined the United States Air Force, where he proudly served for 21 years. He served in many locations both in and out of combat including being a member of the honor guard. Following his military service, he pursued higher education, earning a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity and later a master’s degree in business administration. John’s military career, which began in 1991, was marked by honor, discipline, and a deep commitment to service. He retired in 2012 with the respect and admiration of his peers. After retiring from the Air Force, John continued to serve his community—first as a member of the police department at Tampa International Airport, and more recently as a maintenance technician at Amazon in Nashua, New Hampshire. John was a man of resilience and many passions. He enjoyed gaming, movies, spending time with friends, and defying the odds. After a life-changing accident on December 23, 2022, left him unable to walk, John faced the challenge with determination and courage. He was making remarkable progress in his recovery, driven by his unwavering willpower and optimism. He was known for his love of the 1980s, his sharp sense of humor, and his deep devotion to his family. A fan of George Carlin, John often responded to the question “How are you?” with a simple, “Surviving.” That spirit of perseverance defined him. John leaves behind his two beloved sons, John A. Corey and Jacob D. Corey, both of Townsend; a stepson, John D. Williams, also of Townsend; two brothers, Wendell Corey and Thomas Corey and his wife, Cindy, of Moose, Connecticut; a sister, Belinda Paskell and her husband, David, of Kempner, Texas; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and numerous friends and Family who will miss him dearly. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 1, from 4 to 7 PM at T.J. Anderson & Son Funeral Home, 250 Main Street, Townsend. A graveside service with full military honors will take place on Wednesday, July 2, at 1:30PM at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, NH. John’s legacy of service, strength, and love will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. May his legacy survive his time on earth, which was tragically cut short.

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John L. Corey, 52 of Townsend

January 10, 1973 - June 22, 2025