Marielou Cory

1861–1951 (age 90)

Biography

Marielou Cory was born in 1861 and developed an abiding sense of gratitude for the beauty of everyday life, finding joy in tending gardens, reading aloud, and welcoming visitors to her home. Her steady hands and open heart made her a trusted companion for neighbors who sought a listening ear.

She spent later years mentoring young women and sharing stories that kept local traditions alive, and she now rests at Oak Hill Cemetery, where her warmth is still recalled whenever friends gather there to remember shared moments.

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