Willard Douglas "Doug" Corey, 79, of Plymouth passed away at 8:10 PM on Thursday, June 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at Life Care Center of Rochester.

On September 18, 1944,  Doug was born in Camp Rucker, AL, to the late Mark A. and Betty J. Pitts Corey.  Being raised in the rural communities of Plymouth and Argos,  he attended the Argos Schools.

Answering the call of patriotism, Doug joined the US Army in Fort Benning, Georgia and finished out his time with the Indiana National Guard uring peace time. With a strong work ethic, he worked for McCord's Inc. of Plymouth. He had also worked at Schoberg & Sons of Plymouth and Precision Pallets of Walkerton.

Being community minded, Doug helped start the Polk Township Fire Department. Over the years he served as a volunteer fireman.

Traveling across the United States on his Honda Goldwing allowed Doug to see many states and create wonderful memories. He was a Goldwing member for over 10 years. As an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Doug was married three times and had six children and was blessed with many grandchildren. Preceding Doug in death are his parents, his first wife, Mary and his eldest daughter Mellisa.

Left to cherish  Doug's memory are a sister, Peggy Good and husband Max of Mentone; a son, Douglas Corey and wife Theresa of Harvest, AL; four daughters: Gina Strong and fiancé Brian Goforth of Argos, Kathy Matheney, Betty Corey, Bobbie Corey all of Columbia City; Godson, AJ Hanselman and wife Brook of Plymouth; and  former wives, Melody Hodgkins and Melody Corey.

Doug lived a full life, and it will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 13, 2024, on the family farm, 14153 West 16th Rd., Plymouth.  Rest in peace Doug, you were loved more than you know.  Online expressions of sympathy may be made to his family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.   The Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester has been entrusted with the arrangements.