Corwin Sledge

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved team member, Corwin Sledge, who passed away on October 7, 2026, at the age of 53.

Corwin (Cory) Duane Sledge was born on August 22, 1973, to Jerry Earl and Janice McKay Sledge in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He attended Hillsborough County FL and Tuscaloosa City Public Schools; graduating from Central High School in the class of 1991. Cory received a Bachelor of Science Degree from the Jackson State University in 1996.

Cory confessed his belief in Christ at an early age and was a member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church. He was a member of the Crusaders and the youth choir.

Cory flourished most in providing caring service to others. He was employed by Sunset Funeral Home providing estate and end of life planning. He infused his infectious smile and laughter into everything. The joy and light that he brought to others is what he will be remembered for most by his friends and loved ones. Everyone he met was instantly drawn to his loving nature and innate kindness. Most of all, Cory readily and selflessly dedicated his time to caring for and loving his family.

Cory proudly followed in his uncles’ footsteps and was member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated, Alpha Tau Graduate Chapter. He embodied the Omega tenant of service to others.

He was preceded in death by his mother Janice McRae; paternal grandparents, Eddie and Erin Sledge and maternal grandparents, AD and Altamese McKay.

He leaves cherished memories with his devoted, loving life partner, Camillah Gaines and son, Cameryn Brown of Northport, AL; father Jerry Sledge, Sr. of Tuscaloosa, AL; brothers Jerry Jr. (Jaqueline) Sledge of Northport, AL; Pierre Cabill of Tuscaloosa, AL; sisters Brittany (Justin) Taggart, of Atlanta, GA; Sonja N. Davis of Indianapolis, IN; and Fallon (Tony) Sherrod of Columbus, MS; uncles Maurice (Margaret) Sledge of Tuscaloosa, AL; Perry (Marion) McKay of Bartow, FL and Melvin (Sonja) McKay of Tampa, FL; aunt Marilyn D. Stephenson of Fayetteville, NC; and a host of sorrowing relatives, and friends.

A public visitation for Corwin will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Sunset Funeral Home from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Family hour will take place from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM. A celebration of Corwin's life will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Weeping Mary Baptist Church with visitation being held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be held at Cedar Oak Memorial Park following the repast.