Memorials may be made to St. John's Mercy Hospice. Gerry R. "Papa Corv" Corvey, of Hermann, Missouri, died on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at the age of 71. Dear son of the late Gordon and Nadine Corvey; cherished father of Sean (Mikki) Corvey and Nikki (John) Schmittling; prized grandfather of Eli and Cole; dear brother of Wesley (Sharon) Corvey and Rixey Corvey; best friend and neighbor of Dean and Gail Stephens; dear brother-in-law, great uncle, and friend to all who knew him and special friend for 25 years of Karen Corvey. Gerry held the rank of Lt. Colonel and retired from the United States Air Force after 37 years of service.