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Thursday, July 09, 2026

Former NorCo DA and County Council Member Don Corriere Has Passed Away

Don Corriere a former Northampton County DA as well as a former member of County Council, has passed away. He was 87. 

Corriere, with his ever-present cigar, was fixture at the courthouse until recent years. A graduate of the University of Michigan, he served on County Council from 1976-1980 and was President of the governing body during his last two years in office. He was then elected District Attorney in 1980, a position he held for 12 years. 

He is survived by his wife Carol, and children Michael, Julie and Christina. His son Michael has also served on County Council and is currently an Assistant County Solicitor. 

As District Attorney, Corriere went after corruption in Bethlehem Tp government, which resulted in the prosecution and conviction of several township officials, including the township manager. His office also prosecuted and convicted Joseph Henry for the rape and murder of Jeanne Clery, a fellow Lehigh University student. Henry was sentenced to death but dropped appeals in exchange for a sentence of life in prison without parole. 

Physically robust, Corriere was gardening at the time he suddenly passed away. 

I have no information about his arrangements.

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1 comment:

  1. AnonymousJuly 9, 2026 at 6:01 AM

    A good man and leader. Current council could learn some valuable lessons from him

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