Corey D. Hoag

December 29, 1982 - May 23, 2015

Corey D. Hoag, 32, of Valatie, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2015 in Athens. Born December 29, 1982 in Hudson, he is the beloved son of Raymond Johnson and June Hoag, and step-son of Darren Babjeck. In addition to his parents and step-father, he is survived by his fiance, Kristy Thorsey, his sister, Paige (Pooh) Hoag, his brother, Collin Johnson, two daughters, Skylar Hoag and Kassidy Hoag, and her mother, Amber Morrissey, his grandmother, Beverly Hoag, and his grandmother and grandfather, Betty Lou and Bill McNamera. Also surviving are three aunts and uncles, Mare and Daniel Houghtaling, Kim and Jimmy Carver, and Marilyn Orre, and several cousins. He was predeceased by his great-grandmother, Dorla Ferguson, his grandfather, David Hoag, and his uncle, Gregory Johnson. Corey worked as a laborer for Local 190 in Albany. He was a dedicated and hard working employee, and a jack of all trades. He was a dedicated family man and always put his family first. He was a devoted father to his daughters and loved all children. He enjoyed fishing, boating, and motorcycle riding. Corey had an outgoing personality and will be missed by all. Calling hours are 6:00 - 8:00 pm Thursday at the Bates & Anderson - Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home.