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Funeral Expenses

$2,750 donated
Given by 38 generous donors in around 6 months

Helping support a family in need, struggling to come to terms with losing their son and brother.

West Coast

Cory was born on the 24th of may 1974 in a small country town, always destined for bigger things.

He started singing in music awards from 5 years old and won awards through out his life. He had a huge passion and talent for art and his creativity was amazing, he could turn anything into something. His latest adventure was bonzai gardens.

He had a passion for acting which he began to pursue in his 20s while living in Christchurch where he joined the Hagley Theatre Company. He auditioned for shortland st and was one of the few New Zealanders at the time to audition for James Bond. A keen collector of star trek, a lover of wonder women and a gentle soul, loved by many.

Sadly tho, Cory suffered many demons through out his life and as he got older depression, anxiety and addiction took a strong hold. A hold he couldn't escape from :(

Sadly, my beautiful brother passed away January 2024. My mother and step father are 70yrs old and only get a benefit. Cory's last wish was to be returned from the North Island to his home in Christchurch, making the costs of his funeral much more than his family can afford alone.

We would very much appreciate some help in the funeral costs, and in sharing this page. Any little bit helps, thank you so much 🥰

Please if you are struggling. Reach out. People do care.

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Help with the funeral/memorial costs.

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Thank you everyone.  12 February 2024

I just wanted to post a thank you to everyone that has donated towards Cory's funeral expenses to help my mum out during this time. We really do appreciate it. I am Tess, Cory's sister and have taken over the operation of this page. All funds raised will go directly to Simplicity funeral home in Christchurch. Once again thank you again :)

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Latest donations

Nyran
Nyran on 17 Apr 2024
RIP Cory and family i wish you well for the future and I hope you guys are doing ok through all this. :)
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Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 04 Apr 2024
With you always x
$500
Bex
Bex on 26 Mar 2024
It's not a lot but I hope it helps a little
$5
Tess Richards

Thank you so very much ❤️

Tess Richards
Jade
Jade on 25 Mar 2024
$200
Tess Richards

Thank you so very much 💗

Tess Richards
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 25 Mar 2024
With love Shani & Whanau
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Tess Richards

Thank you so much ❤️

Tess Richards

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This campaign started on 16 Jan 2024 and ended on 16 Jul 2024.