Coleta Mae (Wheeler) Corey

Coleta is predeceased in death by her husband of 58 years, Samuel "Nick" Corey. Coleta and Nick made their way from Nebraska to Kitsap County Washington in 1960 where they raised 5 sons, Randy Corey, (Stepson) Henderson, NV., Scott Corey, Weatherford, TX., Daniel Corey, Holdrege, Ne., Colen Corey, Silverdale, WA. and Clint Corey, Stephenville, TX.

Coleta started working at a very young age as a telephone operator. She later became a torpedo mechanic at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Keyport, WA. and owned and operated a monogram business. Coleta was an accomplished seamstress and made 'Rodeo World Champion' quilts. She was very proud to have one of her quilts placed in the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. Coleta donated quilts to many charity auctions and her quilts were always top sellers.

Coleta was well known in the community for initiating the 'Corey Day on the Farm' for children with special needs. The 'Day on the Farm' ran for 50 consecutive years under her guidance.

Coleta was very involved in the rodeo community as a mother, rodeo secretary and rodeo timer. Three of her sons had success for many years riding bare back horses.

Coleta was one of seven siblings and remained close to all of her siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins. Coleta is well known for her hard work ethic and sense of humor. Many will miss her jokes, laugh and pranks.

Due to the current restrictions, we are unable to have a memorial at this time. Memories and thoughts may be added as well as comments.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be added to 'Holly Ridge Center' in her name.