EAST WILTON – Each morning, Vera’s daily tradition was reading the local obituaries and she often joked that she was checking to see if her name was in the paper. Well, mom, congratulations – you’ve finally made it into today’s edition of the obituaries.

Vera Adams Corey, otherwise known as “Mom” “Grammie” or “Auntie-V,” peacefully went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, May 16, at her family farm in East Wilton. Her home-going was peaceful; she died warm in her bed, surrounded by family and loved ones who cheered her on to the finish line of a life well-lived.

She was born in 1929, a daughter of Alton and Ethel Adams on their old homestead in Dryden and lived her entire life in the Wilton area. She graduated from Wilton Academy in 1947, where she enjoyed playing basketball and often reported to her grandchildren that she walked to school three miles, uphill – both ways.

In 1950, she married Leigh B. Corey and took up her life’s primary occupation as a homemaker on the Corey farm. While spending her years tending the farm with her husband, she also lovingly tended to the hearts of her family, friends and neighbors. Throughout the years, she took care of a number of children in her home (an early version of daycare) and to this day, many local residents can still recall their fond memories of when they were cared for by Mrs. Corey.

She will be remembered for her home cooking, especially her squash muffins, apple pie, banana bread and coffee cake. She was also a lover of gardening and enjoyed spending her spring days in her gardens on the farm. She especially enjoyed berry picking throughout the summer months.

A member of several clubs and organizations, she was an active member of the Wiltona Club and was able to boast being the longest standing member of the East Wilton Union Church, where she faithfully attended and was a member for more than 68 years. She also was a lifelong member of the missions committee.

However, above all, was her love of God and family – and all who knew her, knew that these were the highest priorities of her life. She was an amazing mother and took an active place in the lives of her grandchildren, leaving impacts that will stand the test of time.

In recent days, she expressed her dedication to “make every moment count” and among her final words were: “live the life the Lord has called you to,” “Love Jesus above all else” and “I want to see you all in heaven.” An ardent memorizer of scripture, even in the end, she was heard reciting her favorite scripture verses to her family and loved ones. Among them were:

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not on thy own understanding. In all ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6

“I will lift mine eyes unto the hills, from where comes my help? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” Psalms 121:1-2

She is survived by her five sons, Raymond, Ronald, Richard, Randy and Rodney and their significant others; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; numerous cousins, friends and loved ones.

She was predeceased by her husband of 43 years, Leigh B. Corey; and four siblings, Ruth Adams Black, Floyd Adams, Glenn Adams and Merle Adams.

To all who knew her, to all who loved her, the impact she has made on the lives of those around her can only be measured by the echo of eternity.