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MARY KOREY Obituary

KOREY, MARY 93 - of Atlantic City, passed away Saturday May 15, 2010 at Shore Memorial Hospital in Somerspoint. Mary was born in Atlantic City and was a lifelong Atlantic City resident. She was retired as the Executive assistant to the General Manager at the Atlantic City Convention Hall. Mary was a Miss America chaperone in the 1950's and traveled with the girls around the country. She is survived by her sister Betty hill of Virginia Beach and her nephews Gary, Larry and Bob Hill and their families all from Virginia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 am Friday May 21, 2010, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, California and Atlantic Aves. Atlantic City. Friends may call from 9:30 am at the Church. The Rite of committal will be offered at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mays Landing. The family requests donations to Our Lady Star of the Sea Church 2651 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Arrangements by the Gormley Funeral Home LLC AC.

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City from May 18 to May 20, 2010.

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Dorothy Altemus

May 24, 2010

Betty,
Fond memories are what all of us have of Mary. She was always so kind and helpful to her neighbors, the McVeighs. You and your sons are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ellen, Dottie, and Joe McVeigh

Ric Ferentz

May 19, 2010

Mary had a wonderful spirit and a very kind heart. She will always remain a valued member of The Miss America Family and she will be sorely missed. May she rest in peace.

Raymond Osbeck

May 19, 2010

Betty and family, I remember you and Mary from when I was a little boy, visiting my Aunt Floss and Uncle Nucky Johnson, and later in my life as I moved to Atlantic City. Mary will be missed by all who knew her. Raymond Osbeck and family

Bessie Farmer

May 18, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tina Owen

May 18, 2010

Mary Korey was so wonderful! Her spirit and style will forever be an insperation to me and my daughters. She was a good friend to all. Its raining tears from heaven in Atlantic City today for Mary Korey.

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