Corey Charles Acosta passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020 at the age of 34. He was the beloved son of Cheryl T. Acosta and Gerald J. Acosta Jr. Brother of Sally Acosta and the late Tina Marie Perez Ireland. Uncle of James H. Ireland, Tony Slapper, Yuki Slapper, Angelina Slapper and Ember Slapper. Grandson of the late Herman & Ursula Repath and Gerald & Irene Acosta. Nephew of Brian & Kimberly Acosta, C.J. & Patricia Acosta, Craig & Kristie Acosta, Wayne & Cindy Turnbull and the late Leo Ivy Turnbull Jr. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many cousins, relatives and dear friends.
Corey was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish where he enjoyed a 13-year career with Choice Printing. He graduated from Andrew Jackson High School (where he spent 3 years in ROTC) and was currently attending Operation Sparks, studying for a degree in computer science. He enjoyed the get-togethers with the Louisiana Motorcycle Group, playing online video games with gamers from around the world, along with fishing and hanging out with his friends. He was well loved and affectionately known for his good nature and generous heart. He will be deeply missed by his family and by all those whose lives he touched.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2621 Colonial Blvd, Violet, LA on Friday, February 21st from 9:00AM – 11:00AM, followed by a Memorial Mass beginning at 11:00AM. Corey will be laid to eternal rest in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com
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