Burton R. Corby

Burton Corby, of Scott Township, passed away on October 2, 2026, at the Hospice of the Sacred Heart, surrounded by his loving family. Burt was the loving son of the late Grace (Walter) Schmidt and the late John Corby. He grew up in the Scranton area as part of a large family and remained deeply connected to his sisters and brothers throughout his life. 

At just 17 years old, Burt proudly served his country in the United States Army

.A professional fisherman and passionate hunter, Burt loved being outdoors, especially with his "adopted" son, Erik Macknosky. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Christina, and a loving father to his daughter, Kimberly Bednash. Win or lose, he was a faithful fan of the Philadelphia Eagles.

Burt is also survived by his sisters, Brenda (Bill) Price, Barb (Jim) Cooper, Becky (Vince) Morabito, Madelyn (Doug) Fink and Megan; his brothers, Brian (Heather) Schmidt, Mark (Rose) Keiper, Gino Keiper, Bruce (Janice) Corby and Michael Corby; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Betty, and his brothers, Bill, John, Ralph and Ronald.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the ICU team at GCMC and the Hospice of the Sacred Heart for the compassionate care they provided to Burt.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday October 18, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the John F. Glinsky Funeral Home, Inc. 445 Sanderson St. Throop.