Birth date: Jan 19, 1942 Death date: Mar 25, 2025
Phyllis (Gregory, Cutlip) Cory, age 83 of Mantua Township, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Born January 19th 1942, in Anmoore, WV, she was the daughter of the late Garl and Mary Jane (Stu Read Obituary
To paraphrase the famous Irish quote: If You Are Lucky Enough to Have Known Phyllis, You Are Lucky Enough!
How do we live without her? She meant so much to so many! Visits with her meant lots of fun, laughter, meaningful conversations and her always delicious, cooked-with-love food. She enjoyed nourishing people’s souls and their bodies, no appointment needed! After my Dad passed, many stepped up to help take care of her, but in reality, Phyllis ALWAYS took care of all of us. Her strength and her faith got her (and us) through all the difficult times.
Kim, Lisa, Scott, Fran - thanks for sharing her! She loved us, but she adored her kids, grandkids, great grandkids and siblings the most! She was extremely proud of you and loved to share stories and news about you all. I especially enjoyed hearing the latest funny or amazing thing Dillon said or did!
For a woman who brought such comfort and care her entire life, it was hard to witness the pain and suffering she endured these last six months. She had so many ups and downs and tried very hard to get back home again, but in the end her body just gave out. Her strong faith allowed her to accept that home was now going to be heaven. She was a witness for God and His love for us all. I was recently reminded that our loved ones may be “gone” (body wise), but to remember that their spirit, their true being, remains with God. It also remains with us - in our memories. We do know that Phyllis is in heaven now and awaits our reunion someday. That brings me comfort and hope. Thank you for all of your love Phyllis, I'm forever grateful to you!
Love Always,
Susan
Phyllis was a beautiful soul. She and Uncle Sam had a wonderful life together and shared much happiness. Phyllis deeply cared for Uncle Sam and the whole family. She will be missed. Rest in peace.
Kim, Lisa, and Scotty,
We are sooo sorry about your Mom. She was such a kind hearted and funny person. We have so many fond memories especially the gatherings, pig roasts and hay rides. When you would go into the bank, she always had a smile. Phyllis will be missed. At least she is at peace now. You all are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
Patty and Bob Reitz
Lisa, so sorry for your loss. I remember your mother as full of joy.
When Phyllis married my Uncle Sam,she got stuck with all the rest of the Cory family,too.She has been a part of our family for all of these years,hosting family reunions and making a beautiful home for the 2 of them.She alwayswelcomed us with open arms.She was a source for me for some Lebanese recipes thst she had from Sitto and Aunt Helen.She was one of the sweetest people I have known and we loved her dearly.My deepest condolences to Kim,Lisa and Scott
Phyllis, I always appreciated you for your warmth and kindness, and for always being so cheerful. I have great memories of you hosting us kids for hay rides and such. You were a good mom to your kids and all of their friends. I'm glad to have known you and I'm sad that you've left our earthly bounds, but I know you rest with our Savior in Heaven. Scott, Lisa and Kim, I pray that you find comfort and peace and that you feel your mom's presence during all the moments that you find yourselves missing her. May God bless you all.
I am in disbelief. I have lost 3 people this week who were pivotal to my childhood and who I am today. Kim, Scott, Lisa I am sorry. Phyllis was a spiritual mentor. She had the gift of hospitality. Her kindness, smile and words of affirmation meant so much. I loved sitting and talking to her about Jesus and how he sustained her. She was one of a kind. I am going to do my best to be at her celebration of life. In the meantime, I will be praying for you all!
