Senate Resolution No. 459

BY: Senator STEC

MOURNING the death of Sue Montgomery Corey,
distinguished citizen, caring family member and
devoted member of her community

WHEREAS, It is with the feelings of deepest regret that this
Legislative Body pauses to pay tribute to Sue Montgomery Corey, a
remarkable citizen whose lifework and civic endeavors served to enhance
the quality of life in her community and the great State of New York;
and

WHEREAS, Sue Montgomery Corey of Minerva, New York, died on Tuesday,
January 24, 2023, at the age of 64; and

WHEREAS, Born in Potsdam, New York, Sue Montgomery Corey grew up in
Altona, and was the eldest of five siblings; her wisdom and kindness
from a young age made her the perfect role model for her two sisters and
two brothers, whom she held dear; and

WHEREAS, After attending Altona Central School and then graduating
from Northern Adirondack Central High School in 1976, Sue Montgomery
Corey achieved an impressive academic career, graduating from St.
Lawrence University in Canton, New York, where she received a Bachelor
of Arts degree in Government and Environmental Studies; she went on to
earn a Master of Science degree in Technical Communications from the
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1993; and

WHEREAS, Sue Montgomery Corey distinguished herself in her
profession and in 2009, she became the first female Supervisor of the
Town of Minerva, New York; and

WHEREAS, A true asset to her community, Sue Montgomery Corey was
actively involved in the Minerva Service Organization and coached the
Minerva Central School's Odyssey of the Mind team for 15 years;
furthermore, for the past eight years, she served as the Director of the
Indian Lake Theater; and

WHEREAS, In 2003, Sue Montgomery Corey and her husband were named
Citizens of the Year, and in 2016, she was named the Democratic Election
Commissioner of Essex County; and

WHEREAS, Protector and supporter of her family, Sue Montgomery
Corey's wisdom and kindness will be greatly missed by her community and
family; she was an amazing mother, grandmother and caregiver to all
those she loved; and

WHEREAS, Some of the unique attributes of Sue Montgomery Corey will
be forever missed, like her competitiveness, her adventurousness, her
artistry, her collective hobbies and her fascinating spirit; and

WHEREAS, Sue Montgomery Corey is survived by her husband, Mike
Corey; her daughter, Emma; her son, Eben; her two grandchildren, Nora
and Garreth; her mother, Ellen; her sisters, Karen and Laurie; and her
brothers, Bill and Tom; and


WHEREAS, Resting in love, Sue Montgomery Corey leaves behind a
legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will remain as a
comforting memory to all she served and befriended; now, therefore, be
it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Sue Montgomery Corey, and to express its deepest
condolences to her family; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Sue Montgomery Corey.