Corbett; Clyde William, age 93, of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool, on Friday, July 7th, 2017.
Born in New Britain, Connecticut, he was a son of the late Kenneth and Lorena (McNutt) Corbett.
He graduated from the Provincial Normal College Truro and worked at the Brookfield Creamery during summers while attending college. He happily taught Industrial Arts in Liverpool Regional High for most of his teaching career. He married Barbara Dauphinee a few years after moving to Liverpool. In their early years the popular couple developed a passion for music and enjoyed the local dances. One of Clyde’s many sayings “OH Mother I Can’t Dance” was apparently true spending numerous hours coaching her son. Clyde developed a deep love for the outdoors at an early age while living in Truro. After school and weekends he and his friends would head to their hunting camp behind the Truro Reservoir. Like most kids they worked in the community to do whatever was needed to make extra money. Eventually Clyde saved enough to buy a used 30-30 Winchester rifle at the local hardware store. I can just imagine the joy he and his friends had back then. During the depression the family rented their Truro home and moved to Port Lorne while his father worked in New Britain Connecticut at The Stanley Works. Those three years living on the Bay of Fundy during tough times had a huge influence in his life. Money was tight and everyone had daily chores. He never shied from work even in his later years. He and his father built the house he lived in and most of the furniture. He also built his cottage on Ponhook Lake including all the windows and doors. Clyde was a man who enjoyed people! During his career as a teacher he was known for his stories along with his abilities as an instructor. His former students would comment how they were influenced by Mr. Corbett. Clyde operated Corbett’s Gun and Tackle from 1958 and continued until last year, the best he could given his health. He was an accomplished Gunsmith, excellent Marksman and fly fisherman. He gave to his community and was one of the founding members of several organizations including being President of Queens County Fish and Game for several years, The Hollow Log Rifle and Pistol Club and the Liverpool Curling Club. He was appointed by the Nova Scotia Government to a special wildlife management committee to develop guidelines for managing wildlife in the province. That and his long involvement in wildlife issues in the province led to him receiving the Nova Scotia Environmental Award in 1985. During his business career he operated one of the leading Sports Stores on the South Shore selling highly respected product lines like Honda, Johnson Outboards, Husqvarna and was the first to stock products like Spin Cast rods and reels, snowmobiles and the famous Honda Cub. Those were the days “You Met the Nicest People on a Honda” When Bass started to populate our waters Clyde embraced the opportunity of a summer sport fishing and loved attending South Shore Bassmasters Club tournaments until recent years. He was a very rounded person and enjoyed life to the fullest.
He is survived by his sons, Ian (Shauna) and Gary (Karen), both of Greenfield.
He was predeceased by his loving wife, Barbara.
A Celebration of Clyde’s Life for family and close friends will be held at a later date. No flowers by request, donations can be made to the Queens General Hospital Foundation. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Jeff Miller
It is always hard when we say “Good Bye” but he lived the fullest life that I am sure anyone could have! I hope I can say the same when I am 93!! He sold me the fishing reel I use to this day!! I still ride the Motorcycle I purchased from Corbett’s!
I taught his son. I know he had a “Special” last year as I followed his Journey on FACEBOOK! He would be probably saying,”What is that nonsense!” Good on you Ian!!
Kevin and Debbie Page
Ian, Gary and family sorry to hear of you fathers passing. He will be well remembered by many.
Ton & Barb Campbell
To the family,
We are saddened to hear of Clyde’s passing. Please accept our condolences.
Kevin and Cathie Wentzell.
Clyde will be missed by many. Always friendly and ready to chat. Sincerest condolences to Clyde’s family.
Anne and Darrell Conrad
We are so saddened by your loss. Keep all your wonderful memories close to your heart!! You have many of them!!
Linda & Robert Trainor
So sorry about the passing of your DAD. As a WWT Volunteer for Von Meals on Wheels, I will miss my visits. Take Care & GOD Bless!
Linda Trainor
Troy Woodworth
Ian and family, sorry to hear about your dad he was a great guy he did have many stories and loved the outdoors he will be missed.
Dick&Carolyn Henneberry
Oh My,so so sorry to hear of Clydes passing.He had a long life well lived.He was a good neighbor and friend to everyone.He will surely be missed by so many.ourcondolences to the entire family.
Arthur and Marion Clattenburg
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many but not forgotten. Deepest sympathy.
Walter and Sherri Miller
Ian,Gary and families,
We are so saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing.He and your Mom and both of you were great neighbors when we lived across from you on Union Street.It is always so hard to lose someone you love,our condolences to you all at this difficult time.
Gerald Grimshaw
I am sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing, I will always remember him as a great teacher in High School. R.I.P. Clyde.
Darren Whynot / Lisa Tarr / Edward Tarr
We are sorry to hear of Clyde passing thinking of all the family at these hard times
George Fletcher
We were sorry to hear about Clyde. Our thoughts and our prayers are with your family.
MARILYN WHYNOT
TO THE CORBETT FAMILY SO SAD TO HEAR OF YOUR DAD’S PASSING. HE WAS TRULY AMAZING MAN AND LIVED LIFE TO THE FULLEST. HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE THAT WAS IN CONTACT WITH HIM OVER THE YEARS.
Nick minard
Ian, Shauna and family, I am truly saddened to hear about Mr. Corbett’s passing. I always enjoyed chatting with him whenever I managed to get home for a visit. I remember he gave me my first summer job painting his house, and cutting the grass and whatever other odd jobs needed doing.
He was swift to tell me that I worked for him ! Not Ian not Shauna Bo or byron lol….although that didn’t last long. I remember going fishing with him a few times at 10 mile lake and doing some work at his cabin aswell.
I always respected Mr. Corbett, there was no better way it seemed to brighten his day then to start a story about fishing or hunting. He always had a story to share, and was a well liked and respected member of the community. I always thought a lot of him. Again I’m so sorry for your loss at this difficult time.
Audrey Croft-Spencer
Sorry to heard of Mr. Corbett’s passing. Think I was the first girl to take his drafting class. Audrey Croft
Phyllis Leaman
Clyde was a great friend, a fellow teacher, a cabin neighbor for many years, and a friend to all who met him.I spoke to him a short time ago at our favorite eating spot -Transcotia. A good man has joined the other angels.including my husband, Gerry, also a friend of Clyde.
Bill and Liz Raine
A fine gentleman with a life well lived. I enjoyed working with Clyde and always appreciated his support and wise counsel.
Brenda Lawrence / Jim Hubley
To the Corbett family . So sorry to read about your Dad . He will never be forgotten.
Ian you did a great job this past year posting all the great outings you had with your Dad .
Clyde was an interesting guy to talk to . You were so lucky to have him live to be 93. Now
he is with your Mom . RIP Clyde. Sincere condolences Ian , Shauna ,Gary and Karen .
Pat Cochrane
Gary, Ian and girls. I was so sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing. He was an amazing man. We used to have a lot of fun with him, and your mom, in the “old days”. He will be missed by you and many others.
Alec & Gayle MacRae
Ian, Gary and family — We are so sorry to hear of you fathers passing.
We certainly will miss Clyde.
judy quinn
So sorry for your loss r i p
Cathy Smith
I will always love Clyde as I did Barb…a wonderful part of my memories….
Sincerest condolences to the family….
Doreen Frayle
Barbara was a cousin to my mother, Amy Frayle, (Nettie & George Hollingsworth’s daughter) Mom and dad always went to see Clyde and Barbara when they were back for a visit and enjoyed hearing Clyde’s stories. We last had a visit when we were down just before Barbara passed away. Mom is now 96 and cannot do this herself but wanted me to extend her condolences to all the family. you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Amy and family, London, ON
David P. H. Kempton
My deepest condolence to the Corbett family on their recent loss. Clyde was a good man and well liked. He taught me fly tying and woodworking in school. We always had a great chat either at the store or the lake. When ever we meant. He will be truly missed. God bless!!
Danny Huskins
To all of Clyde’s family,I am so sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing I will always remember the fishing stories and wisdom he shared about fishing and hunting,,God bless you all..
Ed
So sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I hold the warmest memories of you your Dad while staying in Canada. He made the stay very special. Every moment with him on the water was a great moment. Rest in peace.
Joy McDonald
Ian, Shauna, Gary and Karen,
So sorry for your loss. I am going to miss seeing him every week, he was a pleasure to work for. He was always ready with a smile and a story. He had a very full life and now it is time for him to move on. He is with the love of his life now.
Boomie and Brenda
Dear Ian,Shauna,Gary and Karen
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your Dad.He will be greatly missed .
Ronald And Sharon Verge
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Clyde,
Our sincere sympathy to all of his family.
Donnie Inness
Gary,Ian and Families,I have many good memories of your father as a teacher at LRHS and later as a good person to see when looking for sporting equipment.I heard a good many stories about the “Good Ole Days” when buying a new firearm or fishing equipment.I can say that 90% or more of every piece of sporting equipment I own came from his shop.And every thing I own works well.He led a remarkable life and it was a pleasure to know him.With his passing another special Queens County person has become a part of history that we will look back on with pleasant memories.
cindy slade
Thank you for the hunting tips my friend I am certainly going to miss our talks about hunting and your great smile Clyde
Clyde and David Whynot
To the family of the late Clyde Corbett Clyde enjoyed his music at the Friday Night Fever and we are going to miss with a smile and a sense of humor even when you walk in his store and loves to chat RIP Clyde
chris rhyno
sorry for your loss, he will be missed by many.
Wayne & Audrey Snyder
So sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing.He sure will be missed. He was one of the nicest people I have ever known.
Wendell and Susan Whynot
To Ian, Gary and families. Our sincere condolences. Clyde was a very special man and always a good neighbour. May your memories bring you comfort as you face the days ahead.
Barb and Lorne Redmond
With Barb and Clyde we travelled the world having a wonderful time and making memories that have lasted a lifetime.
It is a very sad household here since we have learned of Clyde’s passing.
Judi & Ken
Gary, Karen,Ian and Shauna
So sorry for your loss. Your Dad will be missed by many.
Barry and Bonnie Francis
Sincerest condolences to Clyde’s family. Clyde will be missed by many.
Anne Howard
Ian, Shauna, Gary & Karen,
Sorry to hear that your Dad has passed away. I had just told Dad and he said he misses the chats on Scout Camp Road. He will be missed out there. Now he is with the love of his life again. Thinking of you all.
Fred and Anne Howard
David & Helen Fox
So sorry for your family’s loss. Everyone knew Clyde and he’ll surely be missed.
john leefe
Clyde was a great friend, teacher and brother Mason. Highly regarded by his peers and students, Clyde and Barb established a family business that became “the go to” place for all things outdoors. A superb raconteur Clyde shared great stories and, unlike some fishermen, Clyde’s were all true. In later years we enjoyed his friendship as a Transcotia regular. He leaves us with so many fond memories.
John and Nancy Leefe
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
We are very sorry for your loss.
He was a great man and friend to all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Jordan & Bella Oickle
To all of Clyde’s family, so sorry to hear of your fathers’ passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.R.I.P.
CLYDE.
Merv Bernadette Hartlen
Sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Such a fine man and always so friendly.
valerie & gary joudrey
to gary and the rest of the corbett family.so sorry for your loss . i was very pleased to have met clyde when he was at the dances. he was a friendly and very kind and nice man. my dad was one of clyde’s customers through out the years. my husband gary had his gun repaired from clyde last year. so sorry .will be missed at the dances.
David Dagley and all of the members of the Queens County Fish and Game Association
Gary, Karen, Ian, Shauna:
We are so sorry to hear of Clyde`s passing. On many occasions we reminisced about the best fishing and hunting trips, when trout and deer were plentiful. Clyde`s memory was vivid and accurate. He gave so much to support local recreation, more than many are aware. Clyde volunteered on numerous associations, including the Nova Scotia Federation of Anglers and Hunters, and made a noticeable difference towards their past success. We all share great memories of Clyde, and they will continue. Our lives are certainly improved due to Clyde`s efforts, and he will be missed.
Diane and Donald White
Ian and Shauna and all the family,
Oh dear, sad to hear this , but what a wonderful life he had. Family who adored him, friends galore to share stories with and laughter too . A good man, he will be sadly missed but never ever forgotten.
Diane and Donald
Gary Rawding
Ian and Gary a good man has passed he will be remembered.
Charlie BASHOW
I pass my condolences along to the Corbett family as Clyde was a very wonderful person and a special school teacher and when l was in high school l bought his used 30-39 Winchester rifle from him and he was so good to all his students.
Charlie Bashow
Clinton Conrad
Gary
I used to see your father at the transcotia getting a lunch off and on in the later years. Had a few good chats asking about you. Sorry to hear of his passing. Take care.
Clinton Conrad
Ruth Anne Zwicker
So sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing. He was such a lovely person and always greeted you with his beautiful smile. Clyde was such a liver of life, living each day to the fullest. My memories of Clyde span back to my childhood on Ponhook Lake and him looking after our boats. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Take care.
Ronnie Laing St. Thomas
Every year when i come home i always met Mr. Corbett and talked about old times a,,he and my Dad were good friends i will miss him when i come home .Prayers tO HIS FAMILY
Doug & Dot Winters
Sorry to read about your dad. He was a great person who enjoyed life. Many of us have fond memories of Clyde and a few good stories. A life well lived and positive part of this community for a long time.
Doug & Dot
Kim Masland, MLA Queens-Shelburne
My sincere condolences for your family’s loss. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
Norman and bonnie Wentzell
Sending our sincere condolences to all the family.
Take Care during this difficult time.
Norman and Bonnie
Ken Wolfe
Met Clyde for the first time at the Regional High School.Whenever one of us “young fellows” would get a bit out of hand he would put us in our place by doing one leg squats and challenging us to do the same,very few could!Met him in the park by the Legion 9 years ago when walking with my son who was quite amazed I had a teacher still alive,Clyde regaled him with his stories for over 1/2 hour and when we left my son said “is there anything that guy DIDN’T do?”I admired him each time I saw him at a dance,he always danced as much as he could and when leaving always said “that was fun”.May we all take a final lesson from him and live life to the fullest and be able to say “That was fun”!My condolences to the family and Clyde,you will be missed by many.
Bill & Cameron Crowell
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of such a friend and co-worker. My brother and I send our condolences to you the family.
Ian Munro
It was an honour to have known Clyde Corbett. He was a very fine person. I had the privilege of teaching with him during his outstanding career. I spent many days hunting and fishing with Clyde after which we spent happy nights at his cottage where many stories were told.Gary and Ian you had a great father and so many wonderful memories to look back on. Our thoughts will be with you in the days ahead Thank you for sharing him with us. Ian Munro
Doots
Every purchase came with a story. You always felt like you were getting sincere and personalized attention.
Known and will be missed and remembered by many.
Condolences to Ian, Gary and families.
Charles Ernst
I had the pleasure of teaching with Clyde for a number of years. He was always positive regarding his students and a true dedicated professional.Ruth and I also enjoyed a number of trips south with Barb and Clyde. Please accept our condolences at this difficult time.
AJ MacNeil
Clyde was a friend, colleague and mentor. I have many fond memories and stories of hunting, fishing and wise counsel. Know that the family is in my thoughts wishing you well.
AJ and Clare
Eddy & Virginia Crossland
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. We always enjoyed our chats with him at the shop and the dinners at White Point. Our thoughts are with all of you.
David Whynott of mersey point
To Ian, Gary and families my sincere condolences. I have known clyde since I was about 12 or 13 years old, I always made sure when going to the store I had lots of time because I loved hearing his hunting & fishing stories and sharing the ones I had.he always thought you should leave a bit of your storey for the imagination.Clyde was a great teacher when I was in grade nine and a great all around guy as well as Barb.he had lots of friends and will be thought and spoke of often for a long time.rest in peace clyde and catch the big fish.
Vaughn &a Kathy Rawding
To the family: So sorry to hear of your dad ‘s passing, Vaughn always enjoyed their many conversations and particularly enjoyed bringing him out to the camp for a visit a number of years ago. Thinking of you all during this sad time.
Doug and Pat Lohnes
To Ian , Gary and families,
Clyde was a man of many talents , sold me my fist bike a Honda 50 in 1965. I enjoyed his stories of the outdoors and shared in his love of camp life at Ponhook.. visiting his store was an event , you came away enriched. He will be missed.
Peter Young,Sharon White,Bobby and Thelma Young
To the Corbett Families, we’re sorry to hear that Clyde had passed away.He’ll be truely missed by all that knew him,he was also a great teacher, and was always up for a good hunting tale,no matter where he was.May you all keep those happy times in your heart.RIP Clyde!
Barry and Sharon Levy
So sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing. Please accept our sincerest sympathy.
Vinal Smith
Sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing but at least he lived life to the fullest and not all of us can say that. We fished together a few times, in his later years and it was as much fun as I ever had on the water. He always had an opinion of why the fish were doing what they were doing. He could usually figure it out and catch his fair share. He will be remembered as a piece of Queens county history.
Shirley & Paul Shot
Ian, Gary and family: It is always sad when we lose someone we have cared so deeply about, especially a father.
I’m sure the many stories and memories you have of your dad will continue to warm your hearts and make you smile.
Clyde gave Paul his first job, after school at the shop. He always enjoyed Clyde’s fishing and hunting stories whenever they met. Take care of each other and be thankful you had such a beloved father.
Donna and Bucky Norman
Our sincere condolences to the family. You have many great memories to remember Clyde and keep him in your hearts forever and help you through this time. There was always a story or something interesting to talk to him about.
densher
Sending sincere condolences to the family
densher2
Sending sincere condolences to the family
Dennis & Sherri Harrington
Sending sincere condolences to the family.
Bill and Anna Cox
Our condolences on Clyde’s passing, a great man and full of stories, May his memory live on in the many stories you heard over the years.
Bruce and Edith Dauphinee
Sorry for your loss. Sending our heartfelt condolences to the family.
Michelle Smith
To Gary, Ian, and family,
I was saddened to learn of your father’s passing. He was truly a fine man – a person of depth, commitment, and integrity.
I remember him helping me select just the right lure when I was a little girl. And he taught me to tie a figure 8. I believe he enjoyed sharing his knowledge and passing it on to the next generation.
We remember the people who believe in us. Always.
God bless and be with you in your time of mourning.
Paula & Al Doucet
Ian,Gary & Family,So very sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing.Your Dad was a good man and enriched the lives of many people.Thinking of you,with our sincere sympathy.
Ruth Joudrey
I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you Ian and Gary and family on the passing of your father Clyde.Clyde was and shall always be remembered as a fine man.
Ruth (Dauphinee) Joudrey
Heidi malone
So very sad to hear of clydes passing. He will fondly be remember by so many people. I know at the transcotia we have missed seeing him as his health was failing. I will always remember his stories and his winning laugh and him always calling us sweetie or any other pet name as he sometimes forgot our real names. He always had them written in his wallet. It is always sad when a great man passes away but he lived life to the fullest and was very happy and proud man one that we will miss forever. Love ya Clyde corrbett
Gordon Eisnor b
Ian, Saddened to hear of your dad’s passing.I always enjoyed having a chat with him.
Robert & Sally Fader
Ian, Gary & family:
So sorry to see of your Dad’s passing.He was a great guy & Robert always enjoyed talking to him about fishing. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Bob and Marlene Arenburg
Ian , Shauna and family So sorry to read of your dad’s passing.We always loved hearing his hunting and fishing stories . He was a very nice man.He will be missed .We send our condolences at this sad time
Clarence Colp
So sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing. Clyde had an important impact on Liverpool. I remember buying kite string from him when I was a kid and rabbit snare wire.
Dorothy(Norman)Peach
So sorry for your loss Thinking of you at this time
Ken Mosher & Shirley Frank
Gary,Karen,Ian,Shauna & family Ken& I send our deepest sympathy during this sad time. We always had a few minutes to chat. He will be sadly missed .
Jean Strum
Please accept my sincere condolences at the passing of your Dad. Although I did not know your Dad very well I do remember my husband Loran speak of him often and the great times they had hunting. Loran often spoke of Clyde’s knowledge and instincts in the woods and his wonderful sense of humour. He held your Dad in high esteem.
I know it is hard to say good bye, but remember all the good times, it helps.
Sincerely,
Jean Strum
Blair C. Smith & Michelle Dort Smith
Your father was one of a kind. As a child, I remember going in the store with my father C.Murray Smith opening the door and seeing all the cool stuff as the bell on the door rang, Clyde would be behind the counter talking and telling a story to a client. He told it as if you were there with him in his journeys.
Clyde was the man to see about anything related to hunting and fishing and outdoor atv etc. He was the guy with all the experience. Going to the store was always a joyful time in my life growing up.
I didn’t have him in high school at LRHS, but heard about him lots from his friend Mr. Redmond. In this day of age, Clyde will be dearly missed. There are not many of the originals left anymore, but I say this… enjoy your life, taste the water from a spring deep in the forest, explore new areas, try some gun practice, and finally go buy a 3 wheeler. When you experience all of this, think of Clyde.
That’s how he would live his life and he sure had a good one! Raise a beer in memory of Clyde. Cheers
Grrg Foisie
Clyde was a wonderful friend to our family. I really miss him.