Corrine Sorge, 74, of Corning, NY, passed away peacefully January 29, 2024. Corky was born November 4, 1949 in Corning, NY to Frank and Kathryn Miller. She was a graduate of Corning East High School and Corning Community College. She married her high school sweetheart in August of 1969. Corrine worked alongside her husband, Joe, at their family owned restaurant, Sorge’s. She was proud to be a high school cheerleading coach, as her many years of being a cheerleader herself were so memorable for her. She has been a faithful catholic her entire life and was committed to her role as president of St. Vincent’s parish council. She and her husband enjoyed attending weekly mass together.

Corky was a dedicated wife, mother, and Mimi. She was a devoted Yankees fan, enjoyed bird watching, puzzles and her favorite TV programs. When she was in good health she enjoyed golf, bowling, traveling, and volunteering her time to the Corning community. She took pride in her various roles at the restaurant and loved any opportunity to socialize or to spend time with her friends and family.

Corrine will be greatly missed by her husband Joseph, her son Joseph, Jr. (Angie) Sorge, her daughters Karin (Ryan) Benjamin, and Jill (Don) Getola. She is also survived by her brother, Edward (Nancy) Miller and her grandchildren, Lydia Benjamin, Matthew Benjamin, and Loretta Getola. She had countless extended family, friends, and caregivers that supported her throughout her life. She is predeceased by her sister Kathleen Blaser and both her parents.

Funeral services will be held at St. Mary’s Church, 155 State Street, Corning on Friday, February 2nd. This will include a mass at 3:30pm with calling hours immediately following from 4:30-6pm. Fagan’s Funeral Home will be handling the funeral arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to All Saints Parish or the Lupus Foundation of America.

Posted online on January 30, 2024

Published in Corning Leader

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