Anthony W. Corden Obituary

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Mr. Anthony W. Corden, 71, of Middlebury passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday April 2, 2017, at his home.

He was the beloved brother of Brother Jude Corden O.C.S.O. (Jerome) of Saint Joseph’s Abbey, Spencer, Mass., and his sister, Mrs. Edmund M. Campion Sr. (Maureen) of Watertown, Conn.

Mr. Corden was born in Waterbury Nov. 26, 1945, a son of the late William A. Corden and Arline (Baker) Corden. He was a graduate of Sacred Heart Grammar School and High School. He was a graduate of Huron College in Huron, S.D., with a bachelor’s degree. He received his master’s degree in education and sixth-year certificate for educational leadership at Southern Connecticut State University.

Beside his brother and sister, Tony is survived by his nephews, Mark and Todd (Pam) Strzesiewski; his nieces, Laureen DeVito and Lynn (Robert) Barker; several grandnieces and grandnephews and many loving cousins.

He was predeceased by his sisters, Patricia and Arline, and his nephew, Tad Glover.

Tony began his educational career at Memorial Middle School in Middlebury, Conn., and retired from Whisconier Middle School in Brookfield, Conn., as a social studies teacher in 2013. Tony was an extraordinarily gifted teacher. He was a positive role model and an inspiration to all of his students, leaving a valuable impact on their lives.

Dearest to Tony’s heart was faith, family and friends. Tony’s passions in life were entertaining, traveling and nature. Throughout the years Tony enjoyed hosting many parties and gatherings at his home.

Anyone who was acquainted with Tony knew he lived life to the fullest. His sense of humor, genuineness and sincerity always made others feel that “they” were the special one. In all of our hearts “he” was the special one.

The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to Dr. Kurt Sabbath and Karen Hammond of the Harold Leever Cancer Center for their kindness and compassion during this time. Also to Jane Campion Olore for her unconditional love and dedication to Tony during his illness.

A funeral Mass will be held Thursday April 6, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church at 910 Main St. S. in Southbury. Friends may visit with family on Thursday, April 5, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Southbury. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. The Murphy Funeral Home at 115 Willow St. in Waterbury is in charge of arrangements.

In Tony’s memory, donations can be made to Saint Joseph’s Abbey, 167 N. Spencer Rd, Spencer, MA 01562 and Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 1000 Department 142, Memphis, TN 38148.

Visit www.murphyfuneralhomect.com for more information or to send an online condolence.