John Simmons Correia III
May 12, 1948 - June 17, 2025
John Simmons Correia III, age 77, of New Castle, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Born in Atlantic City, NJ on May 12, 1948, he was a son of the late John Simmons and Angelina Josephine (LaVerde) Correia, Jr. John was a graduate of Pleasantville High School in New Jersey. He then enlisted in the United States Army and served in Vietnam as an SP5. John worked for the DuPont Co. as a chemical operator until his retirement. While he worked at DuPont, he attended Wilmington University and earned his degree in computer science.
John was always witty with plenty of Dad jokes making everyone laugh. He had a passion for photography, taking and editing pictures, and playing music. He played the accordion as a child with the Correia family. He joined Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and learned to play the drums, piano, guitar, clarinet, and all four saxophones; alto, baritone, soprano, and tenor. He played in several community bands as well as the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute band. John was also a member of the church choir. He enjoyed watching many TV programs and playing on the computer.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Anne “Kathy” Correia. John is survived by his daughters, Rochelle Best (Roy) and Taryn Heath (Cutler); sister, Janice Montana (Stan); grandchildren, Alexander, Jacob, Gabrielle, Calista, and Chloe; nephew, Chase Montana; Great Nieces and Nephews, Kalei, Alivia, Cameron, Celia; Kathy’s loving family, the Hanlon family including many nieces and nephews.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:30 am until 11:30 am on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church, 801 North Dupont Highway, New Castle, DE, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11:30 am. A committal service will follow in the chapel of Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE.
Tom & Jean Burke
Taryn and Cutler,
So very sorry for your loss. It’s a difficult time for a person to lose a parent. May you rest in the comfort of your lifetime of memories.
With sincere condolences,
Jean & Tom
Angela Phinney
I am so sorry for the families loss. I used to live near John, and my sister Paula used to babysit Shelley and Taryn. John was always witty, funny, and fun to be around. Years later I used to travel and would take all my film to him to process. We had some wonderful conversations. John will definitely be looking down on us from Heaven!
Joan Fasullo
My sincere condolences to John’s family. I enjoyed having him in my Osher piano class. I think he delighted in being the “class clown” with his corny jokes. May choirs of angels lead him into Paradise, and may he rest in eternal peace!
Val and Dave Oehler
Always loved seeing your Dad! What a kind and gentle soul with a smile always on his face! What an accomplished musician who also served our country! God Bless him and may he rest in peace!
David Dunlevy
Sincere condolences and prayers for peace to John’s family. We were classmates through school in Pleasantville, NJ. John was truly a kind and gentle person.
Elsa Nicklas Sanchez
John had been in my memory book for decades as we were at Bayside school in Northfield many moons ago. He was a lovely kid and a joy to know. I know he will be missed and my condolences to all his family.
Pat Kaufman
Cherish the memories.
Diane Sierra
Janice and family, I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing.
Mike & Lori Cardenti
We’re sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Please know we are lifting you in prayer. May your memories of him bring joy to your heart.
Stephen
So sorry for your loss. A piece of your heart feels remorse but the memories allow you to get through it. I didn’t know John that well, but whenever I was in his presence he was kind and understanding.
It was his time to rest.,
Judith (Boney) Last
May you be filled with boundless Light and Love on this next grand journey. Aloha dear cousin.
Melanie Montana
John is definitely memorable…such a sincere, witty and funny man. I always enjoyed being in his company. I will miss having him for dinner or a cookout when he could come. I am sorry for those who must endure the loss and grief. Time does soften the pain of losing a father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend. My heartfelt thoughts are with all of you at this time.