Craig Kurt Corkins, 68, of Derby, Vermont went home to the lord on March 1, 2026, at his home in Derby, Vermont. He was surrounded by the love of family and friends as he peacefully passed. He was born in Copiague, New York, on October 17, 1957 to Harold Richard Corkins Sr and Dorothy Mae (Reigel) Corkins. Craig was the sixth born of the eight children. On December 6, 2013 he married Mary Westlake, whom he deeply loved.

Craig, also known by the nickname Corky, was a man of nature, he loved watching wildlife on his land. This brought him joy every day. He enjoyed being in the woods, hunting, cutting firewood, and many memories were made fishing on Brownington pond and ice fishing with his grandsons. He loved bonfires with s'mores, watching Baseball and NASCAR and at one time waterskiing, bowling, and playing softball. He had a love for others and a servant's heart. He spent many years involved with the Troy's Lion's Club and VT Special Olympics.

He worked as a machinist for 40 years at Tivoly Inc. (formerly Butterfield) in Derby-Line, Vermont. He was an expert in his craft and enjoyed training new employees. He was a kind, patient teacher dedicated to the success of those he trained. He believed there was always a solution to every problem and this was his approach to life. He had many additional jobs over the years to provide for his family and those to whom he opened his home. Craig was helpful and humorous, a smart donkey some might say. He would pitch in without being asked. He was a good man with a big heart and valued family above all.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Corkins of Derby, Vermont, his daughters Jolene Corkins, Amanda Elie (husband Perry) grandsons Brendon Elie and Trent Elie, granddaughter Tori Ivanov (husband Alex) and their children Emerysn, Noah and Gavin. His brothers Darren Corkins, Randy Corkins, Ronald Corkins (wife Dolly) Nieces & Nephews:  Carolyn Tice (husband Paul), Michelle Simpson, Ashley Corkins, Brittany Corkins, Ivy Goss, Emily Chilafoux (husband Brent), Marilyn Redfern, Jacquelyn Choquette, Crystal Gibson, Tabitha Boles, Faith Shepardson. Adam Corkins (wife Sarah), Ryan Corkins (fiancé Meg MorningGun), Mark Gibson, Derek Gibson, Anthony Secreto, Vinnie Secreto (wife Janel), Justin Tice (wife Sara) and Ryan Tice, Kai Fay, Brendon Fay, Jade Westlake, Grace Westlake, Amanda Westlake, Vanessa Westlake Sister in-laws Kathy Westlake, Trish Westlake, Joan Westlake, Lisa Westlake Fay (husband Jon). Aunts DeeDee Morse, Nancy Cole, Mary Blais, Uncle Bill Riegel and many cousins. Friends Raymond Bowen (wife Denise), Larry Couture (wife Maria), his neighbors Victor (wife Becky) and Lucas Deyo. Craig leaves behind many who loved him.

He was predeceased by his parents, Harold Sr and Dot Corkins, brothers Hal Corkins Jr, Van Corkins, Alan Corkins, and sister Valerie Gibson, his Aunt Shirley Doncaster, nephew Eli Goss and additional Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and In-laws.

Craig was formerly married to June Cota, who predeceased him. While together they provided respite care for families and fostered children, five of whom Craig and June adopted and are survived by: Laurie Decosta (and family), Donna Corkins, Maggie Corkins, Jolene Corkins and Jason Corkins (and family).

Craig touched so many lives throughout his years on this earth and everyone had a place in his heart.

Per his wishes, there will be no calling hours or service.

His cremains will be laid at his favorite hunting spot at the convenience of his family.

If you would like to share a story or send your Condolences to the family, please mail to 2664 Nelson Hill Rd Derby VT 05829

Donations in his memory could be made to the COPD Foundation PO Box 160112 Miami, FL 33116-0112, VT American Lung Association https://www.lung.org/donate . Troy Lions Club P.O. Box 175, Westfield, Vermont 05874. Vermont Special Olympics online https://www.specialolympicsvermont.org/give