Charles William Corder

Charles William Corder passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday September 14, 2021, at the age of 83 after a long courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Charles was born in Elsie, Michigan to Emerson Eugene and Anna Corder. He was a graduate of Ithaca High School. Charles was a key component in the first regional trophy in Class C finals on March 21, 1956, in which he held the basketball in one position for over 3 minutes. Charles was drafted in the Army and served his country proudly with a tour in Germany. Charles went on to have a career in truck driving and started is own company in hauling gasoline, oil, and some food products like soybean oil. Charles started with one truck and his business grew to several trucks and trailers. After 20 years in business, he decided to sell it, retire, and move west. After moving to Arizona, he decided he was not done driving and worked for a few years driving for Greyhound. When he received his commercial driver’s license, he was told he could drive anything with wheels. Charles also was a pilot and at one time owned his own plane.  

Charles loved his family. He was a proud father and grandfather. He loved taking care of his grandson and watching him grow. He loved going to his grandson’s school activities and watching him play sports. Charles loved to play golf and developed several friendships over the years.

Charles is survived by his wife, Evelyn (Yelsik) Corder of almost 60 years, his daughter Amy and son in law John Zacarias of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and his grandson Aidan Charles Zacarias.  Charles is also survived by his brother David Corder of Virginia.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents Emerson Eugene and Anna Corder and his sister Frieda (Corder) Hobbins.

Funeral services for Charles will be 11am Friday, September 24, 2021 at the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca with Pastor EJ Wolf officiating.  Interment will follow at the Ferris Center Cemetery.  Visitation will be held 2-4pm and 6-8pm Thursday, September 23 at the funeral home.                           

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca.  Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com

Comments

[Susan and Robert Yeager]

EVIE and Amy and family, Robert and I are so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Charles was a fine man and we loved him dearly. May GOD wrap you all in HIS loving arms and see you through these difficult days of transition. With much love and respect! Susan

[Ned Weller]

Chuck and I played IHS Football. We played T-Formation football; he was the center and I was the QB…so we were “connected” for nearly every play. He was very quiet and respectful of everyone. At the time, he was considered one of the tallest player on the basketball team. All around great guy!! Peace for his family!

[Tom & Sharon Green]

Aunt Evie & Amy...May the Peace of the Lord be with you now at this time! We have loved every memory we have had with your family but the one that sticks out the most is our Alaska trip with Uncle Charles & Aunt Evie. Uncle Charles was always a proper gentleman and we loved him dearly. Peace be with you all..Love Tom & Sharon Green

[Sandra Felzke]

Dear Evie and family, our sincere sympathy to you. May all the memories be of great comfort and blessings for you. Hugs to you my friend.

[Lawrence]

Amy, condolences to you and your family.

[Rose Marie and Bob phillips]

Dear Evie and Amy, Gerard and Aidan.
Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Charles was always supportive in his own quiet way. He will be missed. You are in our caring thoughts and prayers. May peace surround you at this time.
Rose Marie and Bob.

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[LouAnn Myszak]

Evie & family so sorry to hear of your loss. You were a faithful caregiver to him & I am sure you have many memories to cherish. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Dianna Gonzales & family]

Dear Amy and family,
Thinking of you and sending heartfelt condolences. Praying sweet memories will bring smiles, laughs and joy. Psalm 34:18 The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.