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In Loving Memory
Kerry Leigh Corbell

Kerry Leigh Corbell

1/14/1955  —  9/21/2026


Claybar-Cemeteries

A Life Remembered

Obituary

Kerry Leigh Gearhart Corbell, 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, in Beaumont, Texas. She was born on January 14, 1955, in Orange, Texas, to John Preston Young, Sr. and Mary Annie Perry Young, both of whom preceded her in death.

Kerry shared 29 wonderful years with her beloved husband, James Allen Corbell. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, family, fishing, four-wheeler adventures, and countless cherished memories. Allen was not only her husband, but her best friend and partner through 29 years of life together.

Kerry was a dedicated and hardworking woman who spent more than 20 years working as a manager for CVS, beginning her career when the company was still known as Eckerd’s.

Kerry was a proud graduate of Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School, Class of 1973. She was a huge LCM Bears fan and loved attending as many games and school events as possible. She was also a passionate Houston Texans fan and enjoyed cheering on her favorite team.

Kerry will be remembered for her contagious laugh, beautiful dimples, warm heart, and the joy she brought to the people around her. She had a way of making people feel welcome and loved, and she created memories that will remain with her family and friends forever. She was deeply loved by all who knew her.

Kerry is survived by her beloved husband, James Allen Corbell; her daughters, Kristy Monceaux and her husband, Jerald, and April Marler; her grandchildren, Mason and Marcus Monceaux and Mitchell and Toby Russell; and her great-grandson, Silas Russell. She is also survived by her brother, John Preston Young, Jr., and sister-in-law, Dana Renee Young; her nephew, Blake Young and his wife, Cassie; and her niece, Ashley Fong and her husband, Jeremy. She also leaves behind Allen’s children, Corie Corbell and his wife, Melissa Corbell, and Nick Corbell and his wife, Tammy Corbell, all of whom held a special place in her heart.

She also leaves behind numerous cousins and dear friends who loved her dearly and whose lives were made brighter by knowing her.

Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas.

Messages of Love

From family and friends

James “Butch” Broussard September 23, 2026
I was a fellow ‘73 graduate and friend of Kerry’s. I was saddened to hear of her illness and especially to hear of her passing. My condolences to her family.
Chrissy Badeaux September 23, 2026
I’m so sorry to hear Kerry’s passing! She always had a smile on her face & always made us smile! I couldn’t see her without her doing the cheer “Dr. Pepper, Dr. Pepper, carbonated water… all for whoever, stand up and holler!” I think it started when I cheered for Nederland and that was her cheer. When I saw her 20 years later, she still did the cheer! It always made us laugh & I’ll never forget the joy she brought to everyone around her! Keeping your family lifted in prayers!
Kerri Gutierrez September 22, 2026
So very sorry to hear this. She was a wonderful lady with an amazing sense of humor. May she rest in peace.
Pam Cheek September 22, 2026
I am so deeply sorry to hear of Kerry’s passing. We worker together at Eckerd and CVS. She was the most loyal and dedicated person I have ever known. I will miss her so much as will others. Half a lifetime we were friends. May she rest in peace.

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