Salvatore Lorenzo (Larry) Corsale, age 87, of Erie, passed away suddenly on Thursday October 15, 2026, at UPMC-Hamot Hospital. He was born in Villapriolo, Sicily on June 7, 1939, son of the late Francesco and Francesca (LaPlaca) Corsale.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings; Joseph Corsale, Salvina Massari, Antoinette Stanko, and niece Kimberly Kwintner.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Margaret “Peggy” L. (Levy) Corsale; three children, Frank “Scott” Corsale, Daniel “Lee” Corsale and his fiancé (Trish), Lauren L. Vogt and her husband (Matt); two grandchildren, Tylor Briggs and her husband (Gary), Michael Corsale; and one great-grandson, Greyson Briggs. He is further survived by one sister, Santina Stearns and her husband Tom; brother-in-law, Louis Massari and sister-in-law, Filomena Corsale. He also left behind many nieces and nephews.
Larry was truly one of a kind who lived a full and remarkable life, one that could be considered a success in so many ways. But his success wasn’t measured simply by what he accomplished; it was measured by the life he built, the family he loved, the friendships he cherished, and the countless lives he touched along the way. Above all else he loved his family and friends, and they were always his greatest priority.
He had a wonderful sense of humor, the kind that could light up a room and make everyone around him laugh. He absolutely loved telling stories about his past adventures in his life.
Larry was also a successful businessman who, alongside his father, and brother, founded International Bakery, a family business that grew into something they could all be incredibly proud of. His mother and sisters were an integral part of the bakery as well. He was fortunate to be able to become partners with both of his sons and nephew and continue the legacy.
He treasured hunting of all kinds, whitetail deer, rabbits, pheasants, turkeys and elk. His true passion was hunting giant mule deer bucks in the wilderness mountains of Gunnison, Colorado. He also loved traveling to Iowa to hunt deer and spend time with friends who were more like family. A remarkable bond was formed through hunting with his sons, his son-in-law, nephew, grandchildren and countless friends.
Everyone that knew him had a deep love and respect for him. The memories he created with family and friends left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to be a part of his life. We know he is up in heaven, drinking coffee, telling stories, hugging and kissing his family that he has finally reunited with.
Friends may call at the Brugger Funeral Home & Crematory, 1595 West 38th St. on Tuesday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM and are invited to a prayer service there on Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Francis Xavier Church, 8880 Main St, McKean at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. To send condolences please visit www.bruggerfuneralhomes.com
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital www.stjude.org or Shriners Children’s Hospital 1645 W 8th St. Erie, PA 16505.
Posted online on October 17, 2026
Published in Erie Times-News