The world is a little darker today--another good man gone.

[Cholo]

When my granddaughter was going thru chemo in '14 a local Marine named Corey walked up to her and gave her a medallion from his time in Iraq. After we tracked him down he became like family to us. I wrote about it here 9 years ago to the day--6-23-14.

I was deeply moved tonight... UPDATE

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A few years later we were all out to eat on Mother's Day. My 2 year old grandson was choking. I never saw it happen because it was down the table on the other side. Corey instantly did the Heimlich maneuver and got him to pop out what was choking him.

We all love Corey, and Corey loved his girlfriend and their 7 and 4 year old kids. He was really overcoming what a lot of men don't.

My oldest daughter just called me crying with some terrible news. Yesterday, on his son's 4th birthday, Corey was driving and a tree fell on his truck. He passed away today.

She said she wants to believe all things happen for a reason. I said that some things simply happen, and there is no rhyme or reason.

Rest in Peace, Corey. You made an amazing difference in my family's lives. I am deeply saddened tonight...

 

[Bullthrower338]

Sorry Cholo, always tough when a friend leaves to early, God has the master plan though, sometimes we lose faith in that due to our earthly ignorance and question it. He was needed more Marines somewhere else!

 

[hittman]

So sorry for your loss Cholo.

 

[sfhogman]

Sorry to hear it.
Best wishes for you, your family and Corey's family and loved ones.

Jeff

 

[RC44Mag]

Only the good die young is a yawn cliche but so many times it really rings true. Sorry about your family's loss.

 

[Wyandot Jim]

Sorry to hear that Cholo.

 

[Watertender]

Cholo I am sorry to hear that. Marines are a breed apart and your family was blessed by one of them. I will say a prayer for him and your family as well. Today is 16 years for my son being hit by a texting driver. It's a day to reflect on life and the people who make a difference in yours

 

[Cholo]

↑ I simply can't imagine

 

[RoninPA]

I just don't have the words right now to say anything but I am sorry to hear such a good man died. It sounds like he was a good person to all.

 

[arfmel]

"I said that some things simply happen, and there is no rhyme or reason".

I agree.

Condolences.

 

[tazbigdog]

Condolences to you and your family.

 

[WendyZXZ]

Sad to hear the news...

 

[pawncop]

Very sad to learn of this. If there is anything I have learned over the years is how quickly our lives can be altered unexpectedly. Please accept my condolences and a prayer for everyone's peace, comfort, and strength.

 

[Lt Choate]

Very sad to hear. However, it does give one a bit of hope to hear about good, solid people that are out there.

I like to believe that there are actually more than we think. Unfortunately, it is usually the "scumbags" that get the publicity.

 

[Watchman]

Rest in Peace Corry. Prayers for your young family and friends.

 

[rugerguy]

So sorry for yours and their loss, no words can cover that. May he rest in Peace......

 

[Ride1949]

My condolences Cholo. Sad to see one so good, go so young. RIP Corey. Prayers for all the other folks who knew and loved you.

 

[Stantheman1986]

You were blessed to have Corey and he was blessed to have all of you

 

[contender]

Ken,, I remember the first post so long ago. It made me smile then, and shined a light upon the fact we still have GOOD people out there.

To see this today,, saddens my heart as well. I didn't know Corey, yet,, he was a kindred spirit, a fellow Veteran, who was proud to do his duty.

His loss,,, is heavy in the hearts, not only his blood family,, but his adopted family, (y'all,) and those who knew this fine young man.

Having lost 3 people I've known for decades in just the last 9 days,,, leaves me at a loss for much else to say.
All of your family & Corey's family have my deepest & most sincere condolences.

 

[turd]

Very sad to hear. However, it does give one a bit of hope to hear about good, solid people that are out there.

I like to believe that there are actually more than we think. Unfortunately, it is usually the "scumbags" that get the publicity.

^^^This. Sorry for your loss, Cholo. You've had a tough couple of years......