Samuel “Stubby” Wilson Corbin Sr., 71, was born in Box Iron, MD on September 14, 1946. He was the son of the late Lilie Mae Corbin Johnson (Jesse) and Woodrow Wilson Shockley, Sr. (Virginia). He departed this life on April 9, 2018 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by loved ones in Princess Anne, Maryland.
As a youth he attended Zoar United Methodist Church in Selbyville Delaware and other churches as he got older.
Stubby attended Wicomico County Public Schools. He was drafted into the United States Army and served in the Vietnam Era. After receiving an honorable discharge in 1969, he went on to fulfill his passion in carpentry, working for Elliott & Kinnamon Construction where he provided exemplary work for over 20 years. Examples of this work include Ruby Tuesday, New Dimension Ministries and various other churches and homes and Unique Style Home Builders with his brother until his health started to fail.
His extraordinary love for music led to the birth of DJ Master Blaster where he played for family and friends at BBQ’s, private parties and at the club scene. Stubby had a zeal for life and laughter. Boy, could he tell a good joke! And let’s not forget him cooking Coon, Muskrat, Turtle, Rabbit, and Tater Salad.
On September 29, 1981 he met his loving and devoted wife, Sharon D. Johnson Corbin. Sharon and Stubby became one on May 22, 2015. This union was filled with unconditional and ever-growing love.
Precious memories of him will be cherished by: one daughter, Stacey Gibson (Prince); four sons, Samuel Corbin, Jr., (Lisa), Mervin Corbin, Brice Corbin, Bronte Dennard (Amy), Artis Price and A’Darian Corbin; five sisters, Katie Smith, Alice Collins, Helen Mitchell (Frank), Etta Blake (Edward) and Gloria Spates; eight brothers, Jake Dale (Margret), Jesse Johnson (Evelyn), Woodrow Shockley, Jr., (Gloria), Stanley Johnson (Phyllistene), Garry Shockley (Trika), Kenneth Shockley (Georgette), Rodney “RV” Johnson and Gerald Shockley (Pamela); nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; mother-in-law, Margaret Johnson; friend by chance, brother by choice, Roger Elswick; one Aunt, Jeralene Deal; one uncle, Vaughn Corbin. He was a guardian to many nephews, nieces, friends and co-workers.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three siblings.
A funeral service will be held 12:00 Noon Saturday, April 14, 2018 at New Dimensions Ministries, 1905 Jersey Road, Salisbury, MD with a viewing one hour prior. A viewing will also be held 4:00 – 8:00 PM Friday, April 13, 2018 at Anthony E. Ward, Jr. Funeral Home in Princess Anne. Interment will be at Mount Wesley United Methodist Church Cemetery in Snow Hill, MD.
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I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family. During this difficult time, God is near to those that are broken at heart, and those who are crushed in spirit He saves. Psalms 34:18
We are sorry for the loss of Sam and offer our heartfelt condolences. He was a great guy and will be missed dearly. Almighty God promises at John 5:28, 29 that there will be a resurrection for all of those in his memory. May that promise, and the resurrection of Lazarus (John 11:41-44) give you faith, comfort and hope. Again, our condolences.
I’m so sorry and saddened by your loss, may the Lord sustain you and keep you through this sad and difficult time . May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is now safely in Gods care and happily home in his kingdom of Glory.May the Lord Bless you and keep you!
Sharon and Family
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. May you find strength, peace and comfort in the arms of the one who promised never leave or forsake you.