Robert Lewis Corson, 76 , of Jackson, Georgia, formerly of South Whitley, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021, at Wellstar Douglas Hospital.

Robert was born on Sunday, January 21, 1945, in Decatur, Indiana to the late Harold Corson and the late Luetta Krick Corson. Along with his parents, Robert is preceded in death by his loving wife, Karen Lancaster Corson.

Robert served in the United States Marine Corps. He later retired after 37 years of employment with Indiana and Michigan Electric, now known as AEP, and then worked part time as a courtesy driver for Bellamy Strickland Chevrolet Buick GMC.

Robert was an avid hunter and fisherman, and collector. He would teach other kids in the neighborhood to hunt and fish as they were growing up. Robert loved nature, volunteering, and helping others in his community.

Robert is survived by his children, Ronald and Brenda Johnston of Michigan, Shiloh O. Corson of Columbia City, Indiana, Shannon Corson of Winter Springs, Florida; grandchild, Lindsey Johnston; brother, Thomas Corson of Avilla, Indiana; special friend, Nancy Biles; beloved cat, Miss Kitty, beloved dog, Cowboy; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The funeral service is 11 a.m. Thursday at Smith & Sons Miller Chapel, South Whitley.  Burial is at the South Whitley Cemetery. Visitation for Robert is 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

This service will be live streamed on our Facebook page.