Cory was responsible and worked hard, having two part time jobs, at Gadzooks and the Carolina Coliseum, while attending USC full time. In his spare time he pursued his love of music, playing guitar and bass guitar and writing music. Cory was blessed with more friends than most people have in a long life time. He had an unforgettable smile and a sense of humor that endeared him to everyone. Everything was going great for him until someone decided to shatter his world and mine too.

Eric helping build Cory's Memorial
 

As his mother, I cannot let my son, who had so much to offer this world, be forgotten. In Cory’s memory, I want to encourage young people to seek non-violent conflict resolutions to situations and strive to be the best person and best friend that they can be.

I have established a scholarship fund from which I will award a $500.00 scholarship each spring to a deserving Airport High School senior who plans to attend USC. I can keep Cory’s memory alive by helping another student accomplish what Cory was working towards before his life was so unfairly taken. Something good must come from such a tragic situation.

For the past three years, Gadzooks, Inc. has generously provided a $500.00 gift certificate to be presented along with this scholarship, making it very special and meaningful. I know Cory must be very proud of this contribution on his behalf and it is a wonderful tribute to him and his life.

1998 Recipient - Chris Sinclair

1999 Recipient - Regina Goodwin

2000 Recipient - Tiffany Poole

2001 Recipient - Charles Riley

2002 Recipient - Nicole Cardamone

2003 Recipient - Laura Colvin

2004 Recipient - Amanda Huff

2005 Recipient - Meredith Blair Boozer

2006 Recipient - Mark Steven Surratt

For more information contact Jana Baxley through the feedback form of this web site.

Cory's Memorial at
Airport High School