Corey R. Bignell, age 41 of Durand, died Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems-Eau Claire as the result of an automobile accident.

Corey was born on November 5, 1979 in Durand. He was the son of Kevin and Patricia (Metcalf) Bignell. Corey grew up on the family farm in Porcupine. He attended school in Arkansaw and Durand. Corey had a variety of jobs in construction, drywall, Bauer Built and automotive. He met the love of his life, Nicole Robbins in 2001 and together they started their family, a daughter, Autumn M. Bignell born on May 15, 2002 and a son, Devin J. Bignell born on February 23, 2006.

Corey enjoyed spending time ice fishing, hunting, riding side by sides, pool, motocross and motorcycles. He loved watching movies with his family and socializing with family and friends.

Corey is survived by his partner; Nicole Robbins, children; Autumn and Devin Bignell, parents; Kevin and Pat Bignell of Porcupine, siblings; Carrie Metcalf of Arkansaw and Chad (Heidi) Bignell of Durand, maternal grandmother; Rosemary Metcalf of Durand, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents; Sherman and Annabelle Bignell, maternal grandfather; Willis “Bud” Metcalf, several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Open to the public Burial Services will be 2:00PM Monday, December 21, 2020 at Arkansaw Memorial Cemetery. To join the public procession to the cemetery, please meet at the funeral home at 1:30PM and stay in your vehicles. A Celebration of Life will follow at Twisted Sisters Saloon.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Patti Blount December 26, 2020, at 5:10pm

   Sympathy to the family during this difficult time.

2. Jamie and Melissa Morkwed December 22, 2020, at 5:56pm

   Praying for healing and acceptance for all who loved Corey. He definately has left an imprint here on earth and life wont be the same knowing he is not here with us anymore. I find comfort in believing he is somewhere far more beautiful and peaceful than here on earth. There are far too many to put names in this box but know I am here for you all at any time. I love you so much!

3. Royal and Connie Bignell December 21, 2020, at 11:31pm

   You have our many thoughts and deepest sympathies. Our hearts and prayers are with you

4. Crystal Dow December 21, 2020, at 2:45pm

   So very hard to hear the news...Nikki...I am sooo sorry about the accident. You have my sympathy! Love Crystal Dow...

5. Cheri and Dave Benson December 21, 2020, at 12:33pm

   In deepest sympathy We pray for healing and strength. And may good memories uplift you. Love, Dave and Cheri

6. Joe and Jan Drier December 20, 2020, at 3:59pm

   Sending our Sympathy to Coreys family. Thoughts and Prayers are with you all!

7. Beth bignell December 20, 2020, at 10:27am

   I'm so sorry for your loss my dad know him he was a great man

8. Wendy and Ray Jones December 19, 2020, at 7:09pm

   Nicole, Carrie and family. We so wish we could be with you. We love you all. You were a big part of our lives and we pray for your family's. Our sincerest condolences. Ray and Wendy Jones

9. John and judy parr December 19, 2020, at 4:17pm

   Sorry for your loss

10. Maralyn Anderson December 19, 2020, at 2:12pm

    My deepest sympathy to Corey's entire family. A life taken way too early - fly high Corey!

11. Shelly Wolf December 19, 2020, at 9:59am

    I'm so sorry for your ,loss Nikki,,,,,,

12. Andrew Klevgard December 19, 2020, at 9:11am

    Our Deepest Condolences from Our Family to Yours.

13. Melissa Morkwed December 19, 2020, at 12:12am

    My heart wrenches for you all! Love you guys!

14. Sue Johnson December 18, 2020, at 8:20pm

    Our deepest sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

15. Terry Schoonmaker December 18, 2020, at 8:08pm

    I can't tell you how sorry I am. My wife and I send our love and prayers. I wish I could be there.... I just have no words....

16. Nicki. Brantner December 18, 2020, at 8:07pm

    Nikki thinking of you all. Cory was such a nice guy. The good ones are taken from us way too soon.

17. Tracey and Kayla Tulip December 18, 2020, at 7:34pm

    So sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers ????????

18. Rod Spindler December 18, 2020, at 7:11pm

    Very sorry to hear about the loss of Corey. He was a great person had lots of good times with him while we shot pool league many years ago.
    Prayers out to the family and RIP Corey!

19. Sharon Berger December 18, 2020, at 6:37pm

    Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Such a wonderful guy gone too soon. Fly high Corey ????????

20. Kathy Hutter-Messier December 18, 2020, at 6:29pm

    Sympathy and prayers for all of Corey's family. We always enjoyed being around Corey. He will be missed by all.

21. Don and Jane Rahman December 18, 2020, at 6:29pm

    So very sorry for your family's loss !

22. Megan Giemza December 18, 2020, at 6:24pm

    So very sorry for the loss of Corey, always remember him as being so funny. Thoughts and prayers to you all in this difficult time.

23. Jacob and Dana Benson December 18, 2020, at 6:18pm

    Thinking of you all and feeling blessed to have called Corey a friend. He will be missed by many. Good reminder that life is too short to put off seeing the people we care about and miss.

24. Vicci Rosenberg December 18, 2020, at 6:05pm

    Sosorry tohear this. Your families are in my thoughts and prayers god bless

25. Brenda Smith December 18, 2020, at 4:43pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. Corey was such a nice person. I prey for all of you at this sad time.

26. Theresa bentz fritz December 18, 2020, at 4:22pm

    My thoughts and prayers to everyone. He was a great person.

27. Rod & Tracy Rosemeyer December 18, 2020, at 4:16pm

    So incredibly sorry for your loss. Sending our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

28. Irish Jade December 18, 2020, at 3:46pm

    Jeff & Irish send our deepest heartfelt sympathy & condolences to Corey’s loved ones during this extremely difficult time. May Corey R.I.P. in the arms of our beloved Jesus Christ in Heaven. Our hearts are broken too for this beautiful soul.

29. Arnold Bilderback December 18, 2020, at 3:40pm

    So sorry for your loss.

30. Ed McRoberts December 18, 2020, at 3:32pm

    Nikki I'm so sorry to hear about Corey. You and the kids have my deepest sympathies.

31. April Unser December 18, 2020, at 3:22pm

    Sending my condolences to the whole family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers I'm so sorry for your loss.

32. Linda Bysong December 18, 2020, at 3:20pm

    Nicole, Autumn and Devin, I'm so sorry you have lost Corey. I so enjoyed his fun personality when he attended Arkansaw Middle School. Please know you have my deepest sympathy.

33. Barb Overman December 18, 2020, at 3:13pm

    Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

34. Sharon Risler Pratt December 18, 2020, at 3:05pm

    You have our deepest sympathy during this most difficult time. I will always remember his smile and him joking around having a good time. We hope you find peace in knowing we are thinking of you.

35. Sindy Casey December 18, 2020, at 3:01pm

    I am so sorry Nikki, Autumn, and Devin. My heart goes out to you in this difficult time!! My thoughts and prayers are with you!!! Love you all!! ❤️❤️

36. LuAnn Hayden December 18, 2020, at 2:40pm

    So sorry for your tragic loss. Nicole, Autumn, and Devin I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Gone way to soon.

37. Kimberly Schneider December 18, 2020, at 2:19pm

    Corey was a wonderful person, he will truly be missed ???? sending all my love to Nicki, Autumn and Devin ???? Always here for you love you all.

38. Carol hunter December 18, 2020, at 2:14pm

    Want to express my deepest sympathy to the whole family .my prayers are with you.

39. LeAnn Hovland December 18, 2020, at 2:08pm

    Corey was an amazing man inside and out. He will be dearly missed by all that had the pleasure of meeting and making memories with him. My heart goes out to Nicole, Autumn, Devin, Carrie, And all family and friends! Im praying for you all and you're in my thoughts and prayers. Love you all. RIP Corey may you fly high in Heaven

40. Lee & Char Anderson December 18, 2020, at 2:05pm

    Our thoughts are with your entire family during this difficult time.

41. Connie Weber December 18, 2020, at 2:03pm

    So sorry to hear about Corey deepest sympathy to everyone! May he RIP ????

42. June Anderson December 18, 2020, at 2:03pm

    Corey's beautiful smile and love for his family, friends, and life will be missed my so many! Hugs to ALL!

43. Randy & Audrey December 18, 2020, at 1:45pm

    Cory will be missed by so many people. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. Hold on to the memories.

44. Becky Gates December 18, 2020, at 1:10pm

    Thinking of all of you. Corey was a great guy. He will be missed by many.

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