Age 73, of Farmington. Born in Detroit, Michigan.

Beloved husband of Jessie for 51 years. Loving father of the late William J. (Deb Kirby), Steven (Sandra) and Gregory (Edna) Corliss. Cherished of Kyle, Kenneth, Tyler, Jordan, Mia and Luka.

Mr. Corliss was the owner of Corliss Brick Cleaners established in 1925 and based in Farmington since 1966. He was also former President and member of the Farmington Board of Education. He was a proud Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving as a Deputy Wing Commander, and Lieutenant Colonel in the Michigan Civil Air Patrol.

Memorial Service Monday 11 a.m. at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Avenue, downtown Farmington (1 blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). Officiant Rev. Larry R. Austin.

Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Bill Corliss Bicycle Advocacy Fund, P.O. Box 332, Park City, Utah 84060 or St. John Hospice, P.O. Box 673271, Detroit, MI 48267..