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Alton Vann Obituary
Alton "Corey" Vann, 20, died suddenly Thursday morning, January 29, 2009.
Corey was the son of Alton Jacob Vann and Julia Covey. He is also survived by his grandmother; Nellie Conner, three brothers; Rick and Travis Longnecker, and Allen James, three sisters; Lisa Vann Urbina, Melissa Vann, and Christina Patrick, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews, and JoAnn Vann, a very special lady who was like another mother to him.
Corey enjoyed his work with the elderly. He also enjoyed time playing his guitar. He loved his family and many friends, all of whom will greatly miss him, and he will always be lovingly remembered by all.
The family offers their gratitude and appreciation to the anonymous couple and their attempts to come to Corey's aid in his final moments. God bless you.
The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 pm, Sunday, February 1, 2009, at Coble Ward-Smith, Oleander Chapel. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am, Monday, February 2, 2009, also at Oleander Chapel, with interment to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park
Tributes and condolences may be offered to the family at www.mem.com.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Lyn Spooner
February 26, 2009
We are saddened by your loss and hope God heals your broken hearts enough so you can miss him and smile at your memories. God bless you all.
Eddie DeRoche and Lyn Spooner
Michelle Newnam
February 5, 2009
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Sue Ingram
February 4, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Tami
February 3, 2009
Family,
I am sorry for your loss of this great young man. I feel your pain, as i have lost many family members in the last year. I went to school with him and Frannie. He is an Angel now watching over all of you.
You all are in my Prayers,
The Arthurs
February 3, 2009
Alton, Janice and Family,
We love you and if there is anything we can do for you and your family please let us know.
Your loving neighbors and family,
The Arthurs
And thank you for the love and support you have shown our family.
Lyn Spooner
February 2, 2009
Allen and family, I am so sorry for your loss. To lose someone you love is never easy, but to lose someone so young is devastating. You all are in my prayers. God bless you all in this time or sorrow.
Cassandra Canselo
February 2, 2009
I would like to extend my condolences to the family of Corey
May the Lord be with you and Comfort you during this time of sadness.. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
From the Canselo Family
Mrs.Gene Brock
February 2, 2009
God has received another chosen angel. We do not know one another but share a bond like no other, both families of senseless homicides. Please know that your family is in my prayers and please call me if you ever want to talk. I have been where you are going and that road is very dark. Please keep your faith and the good Lord will see you through.
Linda Biddle
February 1, 2009
I was Cory's bus driver for Lakeside High School.He was a joy to drive. I have a lot of fond memories of him . I use to pick on him and tell him me and his grandma was going to cut his hair.He use to laugh and say we had to catch him first.
I am truly sorry for your loss
Mary Kay& Roger Rush
February 1, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. No words can take away the pain but it sounds like you had a vibrant young man with a bright future. Our prayers will be for God to wrap you in His light and carry you through this- one day at a time.
Gloria Yarborough
February 1, 2009
Julie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with you. If their is anything I can do please fill free to call on me at work or at home. God must have wanted an angel so he called on Corey.
rebecca lakeman
February 1, 2009
corey was a good friend of mine we went to school together it broke my heart when i heard what happened to him i was always so nice to people never hurt anybody its ashame that something like that had to happen to somebody to so good BECCA
gary
February 1, 2009
no sparrow falls that God does not see
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