FRANKLIN - Darlene (Dean) Breedlove Corbin slipped her earthly bonds to enter the heavenly gates on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020. She was 79 years of age. She was a precious, loving soul. She loved the Lord and had been a reflection of his love for everyone to see. She could make you feel so treasured. Her smile was contagious and her hugs were like going home. Her voice would make you forget your troubles. She wanted to make a positive difference in the lives of everyone she met. She was an active member of Holly Springs Baptist church for many years and attended First United Methodist Church during her final years.
She was first married to Bob Johnson and had two daughters: Rachel Lynn Sanders (Vance Sanders), and Lisa Johnson Parker (Dale Parker). The grandchildren are Logan Sanders, Jacob Sanders, Molly Sanders, Christopher Wilmoth, Andrew Wilmoth (Hailey Wilmoth) and Laura Parker.
Following Bob’s death in 1984, she married Harold Corbin in 1987. They ran Corbin Catering for many years and then she served as a compassionate CNA at Angel Community Hospital for 18 years. Dean continued to work as a home health aid until March of this year. Harold passed away in 2014. Her step-children with Harold are Kevin Corbin (Beth Corbin), Kelly Corbin (Dayna Corbin) and grandchildren Matt Corbin (Charissa Corbin), Maggie Heron (Jason Heron), Kristi Raby (Andrew Raby), Brook Corbin and Joey Corbin. There are five great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. at the Joe Place in Holly Springs Community. Due to Covid 19, a short service will be held outside so bring appropriate clothing for the weather. Please bring a chair if sitting is needed. Social distancing and masks are encouraged. The Joe Place is located at the end of Corbin Road.
Moffitt Family Funeral Care is assisting the family during this time. We are very appreciative of their professionalism and compassion.
Contributions in Dean’s memory may be made to Hospice House Foundation of WNC in Franklin, N.C. The family also thanks Hospice at Angel Community Hospital for their provision of care to Dean. We very much appreciate it.
Condolences may be made at moffittfamilyfuneralcare.com