James William Corbett, Jr.

August 19, 2019

CHARLOTTE- James William Corbett, Jr., 71, passed away Monday, August 19, 2019 in Charlotte, NC after a long, courageous battle with brain cancer. 

Jim was born on March 23, 1948 to the late James W. and Frances S. Corbett from Greenville, SC, and graduated from Greenville High School in 1966. He attended the University of South Carolina before enlisting in the United States Army, Americal Division in Chu Lia, South Vietnam. Upon receiving his honorable discharge, he attended Western Carolina University and graduated in 1972 with a degree in History. 

Jim was a huge history buff, an avid reader, die hard Gamecock fan, loved to bicycle and hike. He also loved to take his dogs for car rides listening to country music with the windows rolled down.  Jim never met a stranger.  He will be remembered mostly as a true southern gentleman, and as a devoted father and husband.  Jim is survived by his wife of thirty-nine years, Mary Murray Corbett; beloved daughter, Murray Elizabeth Corbett, and his “other mother,” Mary Murray Tompkins Black.  He is also survived by his sisters, Gwen Fox and husband, Bill, of Charlotte and Ann Corbett, of Pawleys Island, SC; nephews, Will and Jim Fox; niece, Fran Saunders and husband, Wallace, as well as six grand-nieces and nephews and his beloved furry friends, Bonnie, Jeb and Sawyer. 

A graveside service with military honors will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in Columbia, SC on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at 11:00 AM.  A celebration of life will be held at Christ Episcopal Church in Charlotte on Friday, August 23, 2019 at 12:00 PM, with a reception to follow in the Blue Room at the church. 

The family would like to thank all the wonderful people of Levine Cancer Institute and Hospice and Palliative Care of Charlotte, for making Jim’s journey with cancer as comfortable as possible. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Levine Cancer Institute Carolinas Brain Cancer Fund, c/o Carolinas Healthcare Foundation, 208 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203 or Christ Episcopal Church, 1412 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC 28207 or the charity of one’s choice. 

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

 

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  • Perry Gaidurgis

    So sorry for your loss...just discovery Jim as my 2nd cousin on his Scruggs family line... Wished I could of met him...

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  • Chuck Gladle

    I remember Jim so well and I take it hard that he was taken from us this way. He was a true professional and his success in sales backs that up. I will miss Jim and the times of our work and success with 3M.

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  • Chuck Gladle

    I certainly remember Jim and considered him a professional salesman. You knew the quality individual he was quickly and his wit and friendliness was so obvious. I know that we must find a cure for what took him away from us and until that happens I will keep Jim and others I have lost to cancer. Good buy Jim.

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  • john mueller

    What does one say at a time like this? Words seem so inadequate. I am sorry to hear of Jim’s passing, I pray for Jim’s family to have the strength to get through this tough time. Jim will be missed, he left a positive impression on many people, especially his 3M accounts. When 3M reps got together Jim’s voice stood out, he was a true southern gentlemen, you were not surprised that Charlotte was his home. Jim was the kind of guy you would enjoy having as a neighbor, enjoyable to be with, fun, honest, hardworking, a friend.

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  • Gary Voise

    I am so sorry for your loss. I went thorough training with Jim back in 1977. A true Southern gentleman. He will be missed by all.

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  • Sally Lewis

    Mary Murray and Murray,
    I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was such an incredible person, and was so well liked by all. We will treasure the wonderful memories of Jim and the fun times we shared together. He was a dear friend and will be missed by his many, many friends. Y'all have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. I hope that the love we have for you and your dear family will be of some comfort to you.

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  • Angela D Wells

    Mary Murray, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  • Allen Fisher

    Dear Mary Murray, Murray, and Mrs. Black:
    Please accept our sincere condolences to you and your family. Jim was an incredible guy and we so looked forward to seeing him each Christmas. Jim will be missed by everyone who ever had the good fortune to know him and please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
    Cheryl and Allen

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  • Rob Iorlano

    So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I had the honor of working with Jim when I first started at 3M and he epitomized professionalism, integrity and ethical business practices. He set a great example for all and was truly a southern gentleman. My condolences. You and Jim are in my prayers.

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  • Ann P. Blencowe

    I thought I sent a condolence but if y'all didn't get it, I send my prayers for you all and hope you know that prayer works. Love to all.

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