Condolences from Vergog

Corey was amazing. He was truly one of the most imaginative and creative people who I've ever met, and he was always the life of the party. I can remember a party at Chad's house where Corey simply began telling this story, one the he was making up as he went, about him, Jim, and Earl as they explored the Australian Outback, and the several hostile indigenous tribes and other dangers that they faced and didn't really conquer. He went on for over an hour, and by the time he was done, none of us were crying because we had already laughed ourselves dry of tears.

Now our tears are different. The moment I found out Corey had been taken from us, I fell into the chair behind me and cried for a while. I thought of all the entertainment we won't have anymore, and all of the laughs and jokes we never got to share. We have been robbed of one of the greatest assets in our lives. It's just not fair.

Corey, without you, life is going to be much duller, less colorful, and not as randomly funny. Without you, your friends and family are bonding together to remember you forever, and though we are sad, we are trying to celebrate your life rather than mourn your death because that's what you would want from us.

Corey, even though you no longer preside on this world, you will live on in the memories of you dearest friends, family, and those who barely knew you. Until we meet again in another time and place, rest in peace my dear friend.

Nick Voerg