Henry F. Corcoran, Jr.

Henry Francis Corcoran, age 64, passed away on February 20, 2025, in Lino Lakes, MN following a medical emergency.

He was predeceased by his dad, Henry Sr. (2012) and his mom, Marion “Dolly” Corcoran (2023). 

He is survived by his sister, Mimi (Jimmy) Fallon of Walpole, MA; brother, David (Rita) Corcoran and their son Michael of Idaho and Richard Corcoran of Mendon, MA. He is also survived by many cousins and extended family on the east coast.

Henry was born in Boston, MA in 1960, and grew up in Mendon, MA with his family. He ran some track and cross country at Nipmuck Regional High School in Mendon, where he graduated from in 1978. He attended Worcester State College where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in 1983. Shortly after he enrolled at the University of Minnesota-Duluth where he earned a Master of Science degree in 1986, with a concentration in analytical chemistry.

At the time of his passing, he was employed at Medtox Labcorp, where he worked as an R&D Scientist for almost 25 years.

Henry was not just about work, far from it:

He was an active member of the Baha’i Faith. He was known for being of service at every opportunity. He became a Baha’i on the east coast and learned a great deal at Green Acre Baha’i School in Maine. He remained a central pillar of his local Baha’i community, serving tirelessly in every capacity.

Henry loved to visit his family in Massachusetts. While visiting he loved nothing better than good conversation with his mom, aunts, uncles, and cousin, and having many of his favorite Syrian dishes. He loved the food so much; he used to have his mom send ingredients from Massachusetts so he could make his favorites at home.

One of his real passions was horses. He spent most of his non-work time with his beautiful Arabians Aragon and Sansa, also helping at the barn where they were stabled. Every animal he ever met loved Henry and he always had a kind word, a pat, or a treat in his pocket for creatures big and small.

He was also a prolific reader on many different types of subjects, including history, music, horses, the Baha’i Faith, and so much more.

He had a quiet sense of humor and loved the Far Side comic strip, and was also a big Led Zeppelin fan.

His burial will take place at 2:00 PM Thursday, February 27 at Roselawn Cemetery, 803 West Larpenteur Avenue, Roseville, MN 55113. Later in 2025 a Celebration of Life will be held in the Roseville area. Details will be provided later.

Rest in Peace Henry.