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I have soooo many memories of Corey from elementary school to adult hood; such as him crying at school when he first got glasses and being in a fender-bender when we went to Louisburg without permission. (We later laughed at both incidents). There were times when we doubled-dated, played basketball every other day, and just enjoying life. The most fondest memories were coming over to his house for sleep overs. I would feel so much at home that I didn't look forward to going back to my own house. Corey was also encouraging. My uncle gave me a messed up haircut in 5th grade and people lauged, but Corey assured me nothing was wrong with my head. We also had a few art classes together in high school and some of my work would get laughed, but once again he thought otherwise. His art talents were "12" on a 10 point scale that began at an early age. Man, I can go on and on b/c he was a true and dear friend of mine. I'm glad that I have so many positive memories to carry on.

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When you left us we was devastated, but as our days come past we try to forget it, I never once said we will forget your face , cause who would try to erase all those wonderful days,even though this tragedy has happen we have to stay on our feet and keep laughing, because if you were here you would be strong, and as long we keep this thought in our head your voice will carry on, I believe that everything happen for a reason, but man this reason is a little knd of decieving, it don't really seem like your really gone and every one that loves you is pretending to be strong, but I know youre watching over us as we remember your smile and your warming touch, our eyes opened as they took your life away, you scarficed your life for the awakening, as we make it in this world you will see that every successful thing we succeed in is for you and me, when you left we now see that this world is short like a blink. Love You Corey Wardell Mann a.k.a. Smiley

I still cannot believe Corey is gone and more so, how he was taken. I sat and just shook my head for the longest time when I heard and still cannot believe it. I have wonderful memories of times with him--riding bikes, kickball games, eating pizza--and wish I had more. So glad we grew up together! I made a promise to Corey and to myself on the day of his funeral and I am working hard to live up to it. I ache everyday for Johnnie, Charles, Syreeta, Jevel, Chuck, Corey's children, and all those closest to him. Corey, I hope you can feel how much you are loved and missed and I hope you know that I am keeping my promise. Rest in peace.

This morning is the first morning I dreamed of you. You were in the doorway sweeping at your house I blew the horn and decided to turn around. I came up on the steps and you were all smiles. We hugged and I asked how everyone was your mouth was moving but no words. I walked around and you were just smiling. The backdoor opened and I woke up in tears. I counldn't get it together this morning. I am still in disbelief why did this have to happen. We have been so close for years and the thought of your laugh not filling the air makes me sad, mad ,and hurt all over again. I visited your grave for the first time this pass week. I didn't know what to say. My tears said it all. I think that dream was God's way of telling me you are ok. You are at home with God and Papa. That brings me comfort. I pray for you and your children daily. You will never be forgotten. Till we meet again .I love you cuz

I used to love to watch Pamela's face light up when she would see Corey, and the way his face would light up as well. His kids were the brightest spot in his life and he wanted to right by them so much. I wake up everyday hoping that this is not real, I count down the days he has been gone. Every morning when I wake up, I find a moment to talk to him just like he was still here and every night as I put PamPam and lil Corey to bed I give them a kiss for me and a kiss for daddy. We all miss Corey, and I pray every day that God wil put peace in his children's, and in his family's hearts. I know that he is in a better place with our maker and now he can watch over everyone he loved with more care than ever. I miss him so much and will strive with many other people that loved Corey to keep his memory alive. I speak his name everyday. I remember when I got ready to take Pamela home from the hospital, he came up there that day and he was holding her and he cried. Corey tried to be hard but he was a cupcake when it came to his children. Even though Lil Corey didn't have anytime with him Im sure his brother and sisters and the rest of the family as well as myself will make sure that he knows that Daddy loved him too and still does and always will. The funniest thing I remember of Corey is the way that he would shave all the time. Sometimes 3 or 4 times a day. He would spend hours in front of the mirror and I used to tease him about it. I loved Corey so much and nothing will ever change that. I wanna say thank you to Corey's family for the help and support with the kids they have given to me before he left us and since he has been. Corey was lucky to have a family like you guys and you all know that he loved you. His kids are lucky to have all of you as family. Corey may your soul rest in peace and we love you Daddy alway and forever, I know you smilin down on us from heaven. Many hugs and kisses baby.

For many, many years Corey, Jevel, and myself were really tight. That's not to say that it's not that way now, it's just as kids we had more time. I was a tomboy and we always played together because we were close in age. I remember taking the blood brother pact with Jevel and Corey in my grandmother's front yard. I remember when Corey got a spanking for saying fart only for me to say it a few minutes later and get chased around my grandmother's table with the fly swatter. I would say that my last memory of Corey would be talking to him at my grandmother's for a family dinner, but because of the way things were left our family will always be left with the memory of his last place spent on earth. It's hard to understand how people could be so cold. Everyone has disagreements, but Corey never did anything worth taking his life. We just have to keep praying that it will get easier someday. It still doesn't seem real until I go out of my family's path and see the memorial wreath or when I see the pain in my family's eyes when he's not there for special or everyday occassions. It really saddens me that he had to be taken from his children and they are all so young. It's hard to understand why, but I know that God knew best and He had His reasons. If I were to look back on our childhood all of us cousins were close growing up at what was then Route 5 Louisburg now Bonnie Harris Lane. Whether it was in the yard playing kickball, football, or basketball and sometimes we even played Barbie dolls at my mom's house. I know how bad it hurt me and the rest of his loved ones to find out he was gone, but I can only imagine the pain that Aunt Johnnie, Uncle Charles, Syreeta, Jevel, and Chuck felt. I stay in constant prayer and I hope that this tragedy teaches us all something even if it's just to pray. I know it has changed a lot in my life and allowed me to see that life is too short for us to feel that we have tomorrow to change the things that are wrong. It is important to let everyone that you love know that you love them today. I have a lot of memories and pictures of Corey from the time we were babes until his tragic passing. I will always miss you and love you! God Bless and Rest In Peace! Randa

Words cannot say how much I miss my baby bro. I feel like I'm in a nightmare. I would give anything to have him back. Haylee wants to know why the angels did not protect him . I told her God was ready for him. What are you doing baby bro? Now you can watch over me. Love you always. Ree

It's still hard to believe that Corey's gone, but the last memory I have of him is a great one. We were having a cookout at my cousin's house, and everyone was having a good time. All of a sudden, I feel someone tap me on the shoulder and it's Corey! He gives me a pound and tells me how good it is to see me, since we haven't seen each other in so long. He's all smiles, like he always was and we talk about his kids and how he was doing. It was good seeing him that night. Even though we didn't hang out a lot, I always considered him a good person, and I was always cool with him and all of his family. My prayers are with his family always. You'll be missed Corey.

I, feel so lost and empty since he has been gone. It seems so unreal. Corey is my first cousin, our fathers are brothers. I have always called all my cousins my brothers and sisters because at the time we wre growing up I was the only child. Words just can not exspress the way I felt the day my father told me that he was gone. And still til this day it is so hard to deall with it. It's hard for me to talk about it without breaking down and start crying. My family and I have suffered a terrible lost and I pray everyday that God will mend our broken hearts and souls. Jesus, I'm crying now writing this....I miss my cousin so bad right now, I just wished I had a little more time to tell him how much I loved him and how much he meant to me. And have him in my life while we were growing up meant to me........you may be gone but you will never be forgotten! You will always live in my heart and I love you sooo much. I know your okay because you are with "PawPaw". I can't wait to see you and "PawPaw" in Heaven. Love always and forever your cousin !