The Sunbury and Delaware, Ohio, communities are mourning the unexpected death of Corbin Anthony Spain, an 18-year-old recent graduate of Buckeye Valley High School who died early Wednesday morning, September 16, 2026.
Corbin was remembered in his obituary as a young man with a strong love of music, a quick sense of humor and an enthusiasm for spending time with friends. He had recently begun the next stage of his education after enrolling in the engineering program at Ohio State University at Marion.
His death has left his family, friends, former classmates and members of the Buckeye Valley community grieving a life that ended unexpectedly at a young age.
Corbin Anthony Spain’s Early Life and Education
Corbin was born on March 21, 2008, in Westerville, Ohio, to Steve and Danielle (Landaker) Spain.
He recently graduated from Buckeye Valley High School, where he was involved in school music programs and developed several interests that remained important to him beyond the classroom.
After high school, Corbin enrolled in the engineering program at Ohio State University at Marion, beginning what was expected to be a new chapter of his education and personal life.
A Passion for Music
Music was one of the defining interests highlighted in Corbin’s obituary.
He played trumpet in the marching band and also played guitar and bass with the school jazz band. His appreciation for music extended beyond performing, and he enjoyed attending concerts.
In his later years, his interests had increasingly centered on Big Band and Jazz music, adding another dimension to a passion that had already been part of his high-school experience.
For friends and classmates, those musical memories now form part of the way Corbin’s life will be remembered.
Remembered for Humor, Friendship and Adventure
Corbin was described as someone who could quickly make people laugh and brighten the atmosphere around him.
His obituary recalled his sense of humor and the way he could light up a room. He also enjoyed spending time with friends, including Johnathon, Charlie, Owen, James and Cord.
Outside music and school, Corbin enjoyed traveling, playing tennis and rock climbing, reflecting the range of interests he pursued during his short life.
At 18, he had already begun building a future around education, friendships, music and personal interests.
Family Remembers Corbin
Corbin is survived by his parents, Steve and Danielle Spain, along with members of his extended family.
His surviving relatives include his brother, Josh Keller and his wife, Sophia; his sister, Hannah Fenner and her husband, Trent; his niece, Sadie Fenner; paternal grandfather Larry Spain; maternal grandmother Lana Landaker; maternal great-aunt Karen Crawford; and maternal great-grandmother Ellen Crawford.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Judy Spain, and maternal great-grandfather, John Crawford.
Corbin Anthony Spain Obituary Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Corbin Anthony Spain |
| Age | 18 |
| Residence | Sunbury, Ohio |
| Born | March 21, 2008 |
| Birthplace | Westerville, Ohio |
| Died | September 16, 2026 |
| Cause of death | Not disclosed in the obituary |
| Parents | Steve and Danielle (Landaker) Spain |
| High school | Buckeye Valley High School |
| College | Ohio State University at Marion |
| Field of study | Engineering |
| Music | Trumpet, guitar and bass |
| Musical interests | Big Band and Jazz |
| Other interests | Traveling, tennis and rock climbing |
| Funeral home | Snyder-Rodman Funeral Center |
| Visitation | September 20, 2026, 12:00–2:00 p.m. |
| Celebration of life | September 20, 2026, 2:00 p.m. |
| Service location | Snyder-Rodman Funeral Center, Delaware, Ohio |
Funeral and Celebration of Life
Family and friends will have an opportunity to gather and remember Corbin on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Snyder-Rodman Funeral Center in Delaware.
Visitation is scheduled from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., followed by a celebration of Corbin’s life at 2:00 p.m. A reception will follow the service at the funeral center’s Community Room.
The service will be officiated by Celebrant Tom Dea’Therage.
The family has also requested donations to Buckeye Valley Local Schools in lieu of flowers, with the goal of helping eliminate student lunch debt and supporting meal programs.
Remembering a Young Life
Corbin Spain’s death represents the loss of a young person who had only recently graduated from high school and was beginning his college education.
His story is being remembered through the music he played, the concerts he attended, the friendships he valued and the interests that brought him happiness.
For his family and friends, those memories will remain an important part of his legacy as they gather to celebrate his life and mourn his unexpected passing.
Corbin was only 18, but the relationships he formed and the experiences he shared with others left lasting impressions. His family and community will carry those memories forward as they remember a young man whose future was still unfolding.
Disclaimer
This obituary is based on information contained in the family’s published obituary and memorial information. Funeral arrangements and other details may be updated by the family or funeral home. The family and authorized representatives have the sole right to release or amend official obituary, memorial and service information.