Hey brother- I miss you a lot tonight. I think I have been running from dealing with everything for a while now- I dont think I have posted anything on here even, not since a few days before we returned to the field where you left us, and I haven't been keeping in touch with everyone affected by your loss like I had hoped. I know there will be time for that...I guess I just want to escape from the reality of this so much, that I suppose that's the reason for wanting to distance myself. I still get brought so low by you being gone that it's hard to be around others who miss you too. Anyway, enough about me..... "Nacho Libre"!!!!, Yes, the new Jack Black film.... You are the biggest ****head in the world to miss out on not only that, but the Tenacious D movie that comes out in November!!! Or more specifically, to make me miss out on seeing them with you.... Not to mention you bailing on us the day "King Kong" came out! And here I was thinking you were a fan. Whatever, dude. Yeah, uh huh, right. Anyway, I have no claims to know how the universe works, or even assume I know, so I'll just hope you still fraternize with us all, even if we can't see you, and stuff like that, and will get to watch "Nacho" when it comes out. Jack Black as a Mexican priest who trains to become a luchador (!), (a luchador is a masked wrestler for those reading who dont know what that is. Ask Cory's surfing buddies for further info) Seriously if you hadn't died when you did....I'm sure just hearing about the plotline of the movie.... you would have died laughing. I hope to arrange a special viewing of the film with our friends and family when it's released- so drop on by if you're allowed to do that kind of stuff in the afterlife. Seriously, dude, Jack Black as a Mexican priest who trains to become a luchador!!! I know it's a big universe, you're probably seeing corners of it none of us down here even know exist, but come on-- Jack Black as a Mexican priest who trains to become a luchador!!!!! ....... Yeah I know you read it right the first time smart guy. But I'll say it again...... Jack Black as a Mexican priest who trains to become a luchador!!!!! Also, it looks like the unofficial sequel (in spirit anyway) to "Anchorman" is coming out too. Nice, huh? Yeah, I thought you'd think so. Will Ferrell as a Nascar driver whose kids' names are Walker and Texas Ranger. Oh man that's funny. "I'm in a glass box of emotion!!!" I miss you man. I could sit here and write for hours about how much I will miss all the movies we will never see together. I will always remember all the ones we did. Especially that "Karate Kid"/"Ghostbusters" double feature Mom dropped us off at before you were old enough to ride your bike all the way to the Clairemont Square. I'm still glad you stopped crying for me to call Mom to pick us up after that librarian ghost attack in the first scene scared the bejeezus out of you, so that we could watch the rest of the movie. I'm glad that we did, and I'm glad I didn't have to watch it by myself. I think when things get too scary for me, I will try and remember what I told you then, that that one part was scary, but the rest of it would be a lot of fun. Thanks for listening to me.

You are constantly on my mind. I miss you so much! love you Cory.

Although I was never really close friends with Cory, we went to the same school, graduated in the same year, and shared alot of the same mutual friends. I just learned of what happened, and it's a shock to say the least. My condolences go out to his family and friends. Rest in peace, Cory. You're in a far better place now.

Every night when I get off work, I come to this website and although I want to write to you, I can't seem to find the words. Random memories of time spent with you... and a few regrets fill my head during every minute of every day. I wish all of us hadn't lost two years with you. I wish I hadn't waited so long to call you, but I always thought I'd have more time. I keep thinking about the night I did call you and how we spoke for hours... I miss you terribly... Aunt Carolyn brought down those videos we made at Universal Studios when we were kids... I remember that day quite well... its funny how you forget little things as the years go by... I'm not a stranger to grief, but losing you... I'm too afraid to feel what I'm feeling... I'll write more later; I don't think I'm ready to say what I want to say... I just want to hug you once more... I just want one more conversation... I know you're with angels and when those you love smile, I know you're smiling beside them...

I loved you like a brother, you meant so much to me... I feel like a huge part of me vanished when you left us all so suddenly. Every memory I have since we were both Freshman in Highschool reminds me of you and how much you were a part of my life: Student Venture camps, drama team, Godrocket, Prom, Capture the Flag, Skating, "Butts-Up" behind Major Market, "Blatting", Traying, Ultimate Frisbee, Prom, Grad Night, the Vegas Trip, and my wedding just 8 months ago... You have left a mark on my life and will never be forgotten. I feel so blessed to have known you and called you my friend.

Cory...where to start. So many things have rushed through my mind since I first heard of God calling on you to help him out in heaven, I don't even know where to begin. Like others, I have so many thoughts and feelings, but so few words. The words that I, along with many others can truely say is we love and miss you Cory. I wish I had gotten to know you better while you were here with us, but I know one day I will be able to see you again and give you a long deserving hug! Cory, before you left us, I knew you were a great guy, but as I have learned more of you in the last 6 weeks, you are truely one AMAZING man that this world will surely miss. As you already know we all miss you terribly - but are so grateful that we were lucky enough to have the chance to know you in our lifetimes.

Finally the infamous rainbow penny gets to be retired. It's been awaiting its moment of glory - for years. Cory must be proud. My soccer bag will finally be rid of it. It has served the purpose it has awaited since the Badgers were formed.

Cory always wanted me to wear that stupid rainbow penny...so I did. Hope you enjoyed that Cory.

Tonight is six weeks since we shared dinner and talked about your excitement over your soccer game just a few short hours away...six weeks since we last hugged and kissed each other when you left ahead of me to drive to the soccer park...six weeks since Christian and I watched you playing the game you loved so passionately...six weeks since you left us too suddenly, never having a chance to say goodbye...six weeks since I had to leave you at the hospital, never to touch you again, and six weeks of unbearable pain, loving and missing you so much that at times I feel as though I can't go on. I know one day we will be together again but, until then, the hole in my heart can never be filled. Cory, you are such an amazing son and have so many amazing friends who love and miss you. The warmth, love and generosity of your friends that has been extended to us has been overwhelming, but knowing how much you are loved by so many is truly a tremendous comfort. I am so thankful to each and every person who came by to see us, telephoned, sent flowers and cards, brought food to us, planned your memorial soccer day and Applebee's day, and donated money...all of your friends who care about us because of their love for you. Cory, you would sometimes joke about winning the lottery, but my darling son, you didn't need it...you were already the richest man alive. I am so blessed to have you as my son. I LOVE YOU!

Ok - I just heard about the site from Dave last night - so here I am visiting and wanting to say ... "Cory, you are missed so much". I didn't get to ref with you a lot but the times we did, we had fun and you did an awesome job! And you never gave me grief when I was your scorekeeper either so thank you very much for that. I still can't believe you have left us. Take care and watch over your teammates (especially that feisty Josh guy). --Dee (deirdre)