Detmar J. "Dick" Corssen

January 3, 1932 - May 13, 2016

Detmar J. “Dick” Corssen, 84, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 3:15 A.M. Friday May 13, 2016 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. He was born January 3, 1932, in Chicago, IL, the son of Detmar J. and Leona Corssen. He married Phyllis J. Veldman on December 19, 1964 in Romeoville, IL. She survives in Hoopeston. He is also survived by one daughter, Anne (Arthur) Gahan of Joliet, IL; one sister, Sharon Corssen of Wisconsin; two grandchildren, Christopher Berglund and Emily Gahan; two great-grandchildren, Senna and Sela Berglund and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, David Harvey and two sisters. Detmar worked at Harrah's Casino Boat, owned his own repair shop, and later delivered cars for dealerships in Hoopeston. He served in the National Guard during the Korean War. Detmar enjoyed fishing, crossword puzzles, and helping his neighbors by going to the store if they needed help. He especially loved spending time with his family and friends. Per his wishes he will be cremated and a service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made in Detmar’s memory to American Lung Association of Illinois 3000 Kelly Lane Springfield, IL 62711.