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Corey Thomas Obituary
ALEXANDER, 20
Naples - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our son Corey. He will be missed terribly by his mother Sally McKee, and his father Larry Thomas, his brother Matthew Thomas, his grandmother Alice Roederer, and his aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Corey attended Cornerstone School in Ocala, FL and Barron Collier High School in Naples, FL. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, September 18th at 12:30 p.m. at the Chapel of the North Naples United Methodist Church, 6000 Goolette Rd. in Naples, FL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your local Humane Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Corey Thomas
Veronica Elwell
October 1, 2011
Dear Sally,
There are no words so I won't even try. Know tht I love you, miss you and will keep you in my prayers. I will keep in touch more often.
Love,
Dave & Veronica Elwell
Judy Jeffers
September 18, 2011
Dear Sally,
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your son, Corey and we wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prays are with you. From your cousins in Canada...
John Julian
September 16, 2011
Dear Larry and Sally,
I never met your son, but from reading the entries in this guest book it is clear that he must have been a very wonderful person. My deepest condolences on your loss. May God keep Corey close to him.
September 16, 2011
The Cornerstone Community is deeply saddened at the loss of one of our family. Corey will always be remembered for the part of his life that we were so fortunate to share with him. Corey has left a space on earth that will never be filled, but there is no doubt that a new star is shining brightly in the heavens. Much love to all of you , Ms Ingrid, on behalf of the Cornerstone School Community.
Jennie and Hilary Clevinger
September 11, 2011
Sally and Larry,
Sally, I couldn't believe the words I was hearing when you called me last week. Hilary and I are devasted with Corey's passing. We seem to search all our lives just to find the meaning of life and now find ourselves searching life for the reasons of death. You must hold onto the belief that Corey was so LOVED by GOD, that HE needed Corey eleswhere. Hilary and I have relived so many memories of Corey and she playing up in her room, playing up in Corey's super neat palyroom or just the carpooling back and forth from Cornerstone School and stopping at McDonalds to get everybody ice cream cones. Corney was one of those guys that just made everybody laugh and he knew how to make you feel special. Corey will be greatly missed by all and our heartfelt sorrow goes out to both of you. May God Bless you all.
Kathie Chamberlain
September 10, 2011
Larry and Family,
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John,
The bed be blest that I lie on,
Four Angels to my bed,
Four Angels around my head,
One to Watch, One to Pray,
And two to bear my soul away
Thomas Ady
A Candle in the Dark
"Good Night Sweet Prince"
Deepest Sympathy,
Kathie
Kathie Chamberlain
September 10, 2011
Larry and Family,
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John,
The bed be Blest that I lie on,
Four Angels to my bed,
Four Angels around my head,
One to Watch, One to Pray,
And two to Bear my soul away...
Thomas Ady
A Candle in the Dark
"Good Night Sweet Prince"
Deepest Sympathy,
Kathie
Lynn & Jeff Klopstad
September 10, 2011
Larry,
Jeff and I are saddened to hear of the loss of your son. God Bless you and your family. You are in our prayers.
Gene's Mom
September 9, 2011
Our family is in much grief over your loss. My son was a friend of Corey's for many years and he will be missed greatly. Our prays are with you in your time of need.
Elizabeth Stimson
September 8, 2011
I met you a few years ago when corey was 16. Corey and I had been dating for almost a year. I stayed for a week, and we all went to Islamerada and had a blast. Corey was my first love, and we were in a long distance relationship, but you flew him out to see me every chance he could get. I will never forget him. I'm sorry for your loss. He was so incedibly intelligent, and he helped me through a lot of things in my life that I could never thank him enough for. God Bless, you and your family will be in my prayers, and in my thoughts.
donna ridley
September 8, 2011
Dear Larry,
I am sadden to think of your suffering. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May peace be with Corey.
Nestor
September 8, 2011
My prayers go out to Corey's family. Corey was always polite and had a great sence of humor. I will miss him and his kindness. God Bless.
Jacob Houk
September 8, 2011
Corey, You were such a great friend. I don't know how many times I have to repeat it, but It will always be true. I'm so happy we had so many people come together in your memory, and I promise you I will live my life with you in mind. Love ya man.
Loki Chichilla
September 8, 2011
Forever and a day Corey. You promised. <3
Jared Berthelsen
September 8, 2011
Corey,
the only regret I have in my life thus far, is not seeing you before your passing. I wish I could have been there for you like you were there for us. As for your family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a really great guy. I hope you like the collage, it is the least I could do.
Rebecca Sizemore
September 8, 2011
wow it seems like just yesterday we talked bout hanging out. i am gonna miss you so much. you always told me to be my self and never change.you were always there when i needed you and you were a greta friend. you will forever be in my heart i love you and im gonna miss you so much
Kaylin Johnston
September 8, 2011
omg corey, i cant believe your gone. I saw you 2 days before and i didn't think this would happen.im so sorry i wasnt there as much as you were for me. You have given me some of the BEST advice, and i still use it daily. i drink the broth from soup for you because of what you said. hah corey , i kept searching for your name at school i didn't know wethere to look for corey or courtney. I miss you more and more everyday. i dont want to say bye to you on sunday, but i know if i don't im never going to be able to believe this all really happened. i miss you and love you
James' mother
September 8, 2011
Sally,
So sorry to hear the sad news about Corey. My heart goes out to you for your precious loss. I too, know the unbearable pain of losing a son. It is one of the most devastating experience's a mother can face. The emotions are overwhelming! Your life has suddenly changed! But, remembering all the wonderful moments you shared together enjoying life can help to comfort you thru difficult times. And most of all, may the God of Love sustain you with His promise of HOPE for the future. When HE will soon end all suffering on the earth. Hope will not take away your pain, but it will enable you to endure it day by day.
HOPE; "HE will wipe out every tear from their eyes and DEATH will be NO more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away. And the ONE seated on the throne said; "Look! I am making all things NEW......these words are faithful and TRUE."
Carol Alvarez
September 7, 2011
Dear Sally,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Corey's passing. He was a wonderful young man and I have so many delightful memories of Corey as a student at Cornerstone. His smile was contagious and he had such a gentle spirit. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult, difficult time.
Carol Lacey
September 7, 2011
Sally and Family,
I am heartbroken and so very sad to hear the news about your loss. Corey will always be a part of my Cornerstone Kindergarten memories. Know that your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
May God Bless All Of You.
September 7, 2011
Dear Larry,
We are so saddened by the news of the passing of your son, Corey. As parents we pray for the safety of our children and can only hope that Corey has found his peace and safety in heaven. Our hearts go out to you and your family in this most difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Steve & Chris Sims
Christina Trunz
September 7, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My daughter Samantha was a good friend of Corey's. He made a huge difference in her life. He told her to always be herself, no matter what other people think. That has helped her in many situations, being a teenager. She will miss him dearly.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this process.
Blessings and may God Bless.
Margarita Rossello
September 7, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Your memories are forever yours to keep! Keep them alive in your heart.
Margarita Rossello (Cornerstone School)
Kevin Cooper
September 7, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends.
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