Debbie Cory

TANGIER – Debbie Cory, 65, of Tangier, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on December 8, 2024.
Born on August 27, 1959, to the late Mike and Judie (Grabman) Esra, Debbie grew up in Crawfordsville, Indiana, and graduated from Turkey Run High School.
Debbie is lovingly remembered by her sons, Clint Cory of Crawfordsville and Dan (Liz) Cory of Linton; her cherished grandson, Colton Cory; and her sisters, Candee Esra and Connie Esra. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Phil Cory; her life partner Dale Cox; and her parents, Mike and Judie Esra.
Throughout her life, Debbie embraced a variety of roles, including working at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, the local hardware store, as a property manager, CPA, and deputy clerk. However, her most treasured role was being "Margret" to her grandson, Colton.
Debbie had a heart for her community and spent many years volunteering at local events, including the Ham & Beans dinners, the Buried Beef stand, and the Covered Bridge Festival.
Services will be 2:00 pm Thursday December 12, 2024, at Gooch Funeral Home, 112 W. Howard Street, Rockville with Pastor Rodney Coffman officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Garden Cemetery in Rockville. Visitation will be from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Thursday at Gooch Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Indiana in memory of her father, Mike Esra. Donations can be mailed to 911 E. 86th Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240, or made online at kidneyindiana.org.
Debbie's warmth, dedication, and love will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.
Arrangements entrusted to the care of Gooch Funeral Home, Rockville.
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