Westfield, Massachusetts
Jul 29, 1946 – Nov 24, 2017
Rock and Roll legend, Cory Newell DeGray, 71, passed away on Friday, November 24, 2017, surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Westfield to Gail and Newell DeGray, the middle of three children. Cory started playing the guitar at an early age, following in his uncles’ footsteps and as a...
Read MoreWe were just thinking about you yesterday, Cory. Good memories never fade. You left your family and friends with a treasure chest full! Warm wishes to all the DeGray family. Steve & Mary Strebel
Steve and Mary Strebel
November 20, 2021
My sincere condolences to the family. I have know Cory for years and years...growing up with him a youngsters, back in the day. Cory, Jeff Consolatti and I were best of friends, and did a lot of wild and crazy things together. We lost touch when I left Westfield in 1965, joining the Marine Corps.
I last met with Cory back in 2012 0r 2013 when I visited Westfield, and made it a point to see him. We had a great lunch then.
SEMPER FI, my friend. I will meet you again, someday, on the other...
Skip Redpath
November 30, 2017 | Phoenix, AZ
Dear Gail,
I am so sorry to hear the sad news. You may not remember me but we lived at Mercury Court at the same time many years ago and we were close friends. We moved and lost track of each other. I thought about you and your family many times and wondered where you were and how everything was going. Would love to hear from you. I send my sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Mary Lou Hendrickson
Mary Lou Hendrickson
November 30, 2017 | Springfield, MA
Theresa Hebert-Burek
November 30, 2017 | Montgomery, MA
A truly honorable, wonderful Man! He brought joy & kindness to those who knew him. Our sincere condolences. God Bless Terri, Korey, Tony and the beautiful grandchildren and family who were All the lights of his life & through whom his music legacy lives on!
Kimberly & Larry Ducharme
November 29, 2017 | Bradenton, FL
For over 30 yrs.,
Cory has been my friend and trusted mechanic.
He was someone I'd joke with, share stories with, about our families, music, world events,...anything!
Cory was a cool dude..
He will be missed by me,
...and all who knew him.
My condolences to Cory's family on their loss.
Mark Bruno
November 29, 2017 | Westfield, MA
"He would give you the shirt off his back". I think this expression was writen with Cory in mind. One day he told me about his helpng out a popular motown group that was stranded and they had no way to get to their next gig. Cory stepped in with no hesitation and flew them there in his plane. That's the type of guy Cory was. He will be sorely missed by his family,his friends, his music, and his zest for life.
Rest in peace Cory. Tradesmen 64'
Warren Holmes
November 29, 2017 | Westfield, MA
Cory DeGray was one of the finest people I have ever known. He was honest, kind and thoughtful. He accomplished many things in his life. He leaves behind a great family. The people of Westfield should be proud of all of his contributions to the community. People like Cory are what our society is made of. He should serve as a role model for all of us.
Jim Angell
November 29, 2017 | Friend
To Terry and Family - I was so sorry to hear of Cory's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. I have fond memories when Jim played in the band. Especially going to the annual Suffield 8th grade dance.
Sue Kennedy
Vernon, CT
November 28, 2017