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In Memory of

Corey William Phelan

2002 - 2022

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2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Monday, October 17, 2022

Nolan Funeral Home, Inc.

5 Laurel Avenue

Northport, New York, United States

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Visitation at Funeral Home

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Monday, October 17, 2022

Nolan Funeral Home, Inc.

5 Laurel Avenue

Northport, New York, United States

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

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Northport, New York, United States

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6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

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5 Laurel Avenue

Northport, New York, United States

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Mass

10:00 am

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Our Lady Queen Of Martyrs Church

53 Prospect Road

Centerport, New York, United States

Please gather at church by 9:50 AM.

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Final Resting Place

11:45 am

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Northport Rural Cemetery

Sandy Hollow Road

Northport, New York, United States

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

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Dear Chris, Christie & Family, Sending my deepest condolences to you and your beautiful family. It has been many years but I recall CYO nights with your father John and how proud he was to be there for you both with the boys were little. I followed your journey through mutual friends and my heart is broken for you all. Watching the mass today via livestream was such a blessing. Left me in awe of all your strength. May Corey's memory always be a blessing and may the wonderful memories get you through this time. God Bless all of you and keeping you all in my prayers Warmly, Kerrie Powers-Butler and family

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

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My deepest condolences to the Phelan family. I met Corey in Clearwater after he signed with the Phillies. From the moment he got there I remember he always uplifted the people around him. I always enjoyed my conversations with him, and I never saw him in a bad mood. Even after his diagnosis, I know he continued to uplift people around him. He was also great friend and a teammate. May you rest (and continue pitching) in paradise Corey. You will be deeply missed in (and outside) the clubhouse!

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Monday, October 17, 2022

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Please accept our deepest sympathies. We met Corey when he came to pick up our daughter, Grace. He was so polite, I never forgot his handshake in our foyer. I gave Corey a short “Dad speech” about taking care of my daughter…and we all had a big laugh, afterwards. I never worried that night. Corey was a perfect gentleman, and our family will never forget him. Please accept our deepest condolences.

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Monday, October 17, 2022

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Monday, October 17, 2022

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Monday, October 17, 2022

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Our deepest sympathy Tyler Patane and Family

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Vanessa posted a symbolic gesture

Monday, October 17, 2022

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A short poem in memory of a special son It's sometimes hard to know why some things happen as they do for so much joy and happiness was centered around you. It seems so hard to comprehend that you're no longer herebut all the happy memories will help keep you near You're thought about with pride. Corey with each mention of your name death cannot change a single thing, the love will always remain.. Love Ms.Vanessa

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Monday, October 17, 2022

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I wish I had the words to lighten your pain.My prayer you all is that God will give you strength to face the coming days ahead , may God hold your family during this painful moment and give you comfort. Cancer sucks and hevwas taken to soon .He is loved by many and will always be remembered, loved and missed.. xoxo Ms. Vanessa

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Bill & Jan Meagher posted a condolence

Monday, October 17, 2022

Cousin Barbara Hoerner, the Phelan family - Bill & I so feel your loss. Such a fine looking son & grandson. We have been praying and will continue to pray for all of you. It's our faith that keeps us going. Our youngest daughter Kelly has cancer. We don't always understand why these things happen but believe God knows best. Our love, Bill & Jan Meagher

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Yanira Then lit a candle

Sunday, October 16, 2022

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No words can express your pain, but I wish they atleast console you. The beautiful soul that has departed, shall rest peacefully in heaven. May the sweet memories and love, give you the strength and courage to see out these times. Words cannot suffice to express the heart felt sorrow I feel for your lost. My most heartfelt condolences to all.

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Lisa M Lucid posted a condolence

Sunday, October 16, 2022

Your entire family has been in my prayers since Corey was first diagnosed. Cancer is a terrible disease; but God is still greater! He is with the Lord now and you will all be together again. Until that day, I continue to pray for your family; that God’s loving presence will bring you comfort and peace and that you are not alone. There are many people who love you and are here for u you all.

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Bernadette Cocharelli posted a condolence

Sunday, October 16, 2022

Christopher and Christie, there are no words to express how heartbroken we are for you and your family. Even though we didn’t see each other much after our Edgewater childhood, it was a sense of pride to see how well our old friends were doing, especially their kids. We all cheered when we found out about Corey’s signing with the Phillies. We, now, shed tears and morn his loss. I am so sorry that his life was way too short, but he seems to have had the personality (and smile) to fill many lifetimes. With all of our love, Bernadette & Mike Cocharelli

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Brittany Gooch posted a condolence

Sunday, October 16, 2022

I honestly do not know that I've ever met someone as genuine as Corey Phelan-- then I met his family and knew immediately where he got it from. This is a special group of people. Although I only knew him for a short time, he impacted my life in countless ways and continues to do so even through his loss. He was the kid that every staff member and player was proud to say was a part of the Phillies organization, and it was an absolute privilege to be able to work with him. We will miss him dearly, but we all have peace knowing he is where he has always belonged.

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Saturday, October 15, 2022

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Ben Gonsowski posted a condolence

Saturday, October 15, 2022

Dear Chris and Family - we are very sorry for your loss of your dear son Corey. We remember when Chris you coached our son years ago with the Titans and you would bring your little lefty to the games and my son and I would watch him run around and throw and how amazed we were with his talent at such a young age. Chris you were a very kind and genuine coach and man and incredible to learn of the fine young man in Corey you raised. May God bless you and keep you and your family during this time and we hope knowing that your son is now seated next to the Lord in eternity may bring you peace. Sincerely, The Gonsowski family

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Aaron Barrett posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, October 15, 2022

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I got to meet Corey this past Spring Training. This was my first year with the Phillies. My first impression of meeting Corey was he had a very bright smile. One that you don’t forget. He just would light up the room. We had a brief conversation and I immediately knew this kid had a tremendous heart. He was young pup eager to learn, and I loved that about him. I was asked later in camp to share my story about my comeback journey back to the big leagues and he came up to me later telling me how inspired he was. I just knew from that convo that Corey had a passion, drive and love for the game. As the year went on, I found out about Corey’s diagnosis. We stayed in touch and I would tell him how inspired I was of him. He continued to fight every single day. To me, that’s what I saw in Corey, a fighter. He was relentless. I admire Corey in so many ways. Through tough times, your perspective changes. Watching and talking with Corey over these last months, has helped my perspective. Corey will be missed, but that smile and personality will not be forgotten. He is an inspiration to all of us, to never give up. Fighting his fight to his last day and and enjoy each day like it’s your last. Love ya Corey and I will miss you

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Brenda Sheehy posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, October 15, 2022

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Corey sore with the Eagles, to your loving family thank you for sharing this beautiful man with the world! I learned of you because I wanted the Phillies to win, they won and I read about you, and then my world changed. One look at you one smile from you: your stardom and endurance let me in the world now how special you are. I don’t understand life sometimes and why your time with us was so short, I have met beautiful heroes working at Sloan Kettering, heroes that were 1/3 my age just like you right now! All I know is that my real lessons in life come from you! So young man the Phillies need to win not just because I like them but because now I got to know you how much you are loved and I know they want to honor you also. You provide strength courage dedication professionalism… And so much of that comes from your parents and those that raised you like your sisters and brothers and relatives and friends. I love baseball as a sport because I see it as gentle professional and everyone just loves it… There are several miracles throughout major and minor league baseball you are one of them… And every time I see a Phillies game, now that I live in New Jersey but I’m still considered New York and by the way my brother was born in Huntington Hospital so we know each other lol ! I will watch that game and know you are there! Love to you In heaven and I want to believe that you are flying free , no pain just watching us : and providing a role model for all : shine your light. We want to See you !!!!

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Friday, October 14, 2022

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I’m so very sorry for your loss, what a beautiful young man… it was an honor being a part of his journey. May he rest in eternal peace…Godspeed Corey

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Friday, October 14, 2022

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Multiple players shared with me how Corey approached each day with such energy and positivity - he was infectious as a friend and teammate. Many described him as a brother, one who could always make them smile. Over the past few years I’ve been fortunate to interact with many players and families including Corey a bit. When Corey initially began his treatments we texted back and forth and I offered our support like many others. He always thanked me for checking in and was looking forward to getting back to Clearwater to resume his baseball career. Corey never seemed to doubt he would win his battle, the last we corresponded he was readying himself for more treatments in hopes of getting cancer free. The thing that always stood out to me was his sincereness and thoughtfulness - always asked how I was doing despite the struggles he was going thru. I believe he truly was inspired by how the big league club interacted with him this summer, inviting Corey and his family to the stadium and into the clubhouse. It’s my firm belief that he also inspired them - it seemed impossible to not be - the fight and perseverance he exemplified couldn’t help but be contagious. Corey played in only five official Complex League games in his pro career - he was signed in August of 2020 - the year lost to the Pandemic. We first saw him in Fall Instructs that season. All five of his pro appearances came in 2021, he pitched very well, we saw all the things we look for in pitching talent - moxy, skill, competitiveness and pitch movement. It made us want to see more. I told him that, he seemed to appreciate the message and helped him to battle. I told many players today that the best way to honor Corey was to continue the grind, to play the game the way he so longed to continue to do, to never give up. The Phillies Player Development team has a mantra “Protect the Standard” - it stands for a variety of well defined purposes and paths to follow. Corey Phelan lived many of those ideologies and concepts, he personified them, he was his own standard. Life is to worship, baseball for many of us is embedded within it. Organizations within baseball often become a kindred spirit, entrenched in our soul and passion for the game. When life is lost within that extended family it hurts - it’s heartfelt and it’s sincere - our condolences are real. By all accounts his family are as genuine and caring as we found Corey to be. His faith was undeterred and a strength - I am hopeful that type of faith helps his loved ones get thru these sad times and to eventually remember him in the positive light he shined. Rest In Peace Corey - I surely hope I get to see ya pitch again someday. Today was a sad day but in honor of Corey we look ahead to more Happy Days and Happy Baseball going forward. I think he would want us to.

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Neal Heaton posted a condolence

Friday, October 14, 2022

I remember first time Cory came to his first pitching lesson with me he had a cast on his right arm and I stared at him I said what are you doing here he looked at me and said Coach I’m fine as soon as he threw the first pitch i new he was special he was not only unbelievable athlete what a great person and individual he will surely be missed as I’m writing this I can barely talk into the phone I just can’t believe it I remember also we used to talk about going crabbing and snapper fishing when we were kids we had a lot in common he reminded me a alot of me Cory was also lucky to have such strong great parents I can’t imagine what they’ve been through

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Friday, October 14, 2022

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Corey created this text as he was being treated for cancer. It shows the type of love and courage he has for his family and everyone around him.

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Friday, October 14, 2022

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I was saddened today on my 64th Birthday to learn of Coreys passing. I am a life long Phillies fan through the good and all the bad seasons. I am 64 years old and was diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer 1 1/2 years ago.So its like loosing a brother since people fighting terminal cancer are all in the same boat. Life seems so unfair when someone gets cancer at such an early age. Who knows he could have been the next Steve Carlton. I like to think beyond this world there is a "Field of Dreams" for that where cancer victims can play for eternity. Our deepest sympathy to the family. Sue and Scott Follansbee. Sun City Florida formerly Lansdale Pa.

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Lisa Larrier posted a condolence

Friday, October 14, 2022

You were a warrior to the end. The battle is over and God has brought you to your rest. Rest In Peace Corey…. Until we meet again .

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

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This is a tough loss. I’ve know Mr. Chris Phelan for many years and he was always so proud of his kids. I used to see them at the baseball games he coached for csh. This is a tremendous loss. My heart goes out to the Phelan family and all those close to Corey.

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Jim Amen posted a symbolic gesture

Thursday, October 13, 2022

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To the Phelan Family-Chris, Christie, Connor, Colin, Caleigh and most of all Corey our sincerest and heartfelt thoughts and sympathy to you all. Corey and all your children are wonderful children from wonderful parents. We love you all and we know Corey was a warrior throughout this ordeal as was his beloved family. We love you and pray for Corey and you all. Jim and Tricia Amen

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

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With love from the 2012 CSH Baseball team

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Andrew Smith posted a condolence

Thursday, October 13, 2022

Had the pleasure of coaching Corey and Connor for St Hugh basketball when they were in grammar school, maybe 8 and 10 years old. Both great kids and competitors. Corey was the youngest kid on the team, but fearless and so damn cute. Everyone loved him, and when he scored, the entire gym would erupt, parents from both teams. This is so unfair; my heart breaks for your family. Will keep Corey and you in my thoughts and prayers.

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

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