Corinne Adele Hutchison, known to most as Cory or Big Cor, having reached a suitable age of 91 decided that February 10, 2023 was her day to go. Born in Victoria to Stan and Peggy Moore, she grew up in Oak Bay. At the young age of 15, she started dating another Victorian, Robert Hutchison. Some 77 years later and 69 years of marriage, Robert remained by her side until, peacefully, Cory’s heart, quietly and calmly, stopped beating. To those who knew Cory, they knew she was quiet, determined, competitive, witty and gracious.
Cory led a happy Victorian life, growing up boating with her parents in the Gulf Islands, playing field hockey and dancing ballet. She remained active her whole life taking up tennis at the Racquet Club and, later, to keep up with Robert, she took up golf. She became an active member of Victoria Golf Course winning a number of cups and became Ladies Club Captain and was honoured with a life membership. Whether ballet, tennis, golf or cards, lots of cards, Cory always surrounded herself with friends, some new and many life-long
Her greatest joy however was her family. She and Robert had 3 children, Rich (Linda), Jane (Gary) and Jim (Stefania). All lived close by with their spouses, something which gave her great joy. She spent her summer months at Shawnigan Lake surrounded by a continuous flow of family. In her words, she was blessed with 5 grandchildren, Sara, Daniel, Adam, Preston, and Luca and also one great-granddaughter, Selena. Sadly, she was predeceased by her grandson, Lorenzo and great-grandson Tristan
The family will hold a memorial in her honour on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 2:00 pm in the Sequoia Room, McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Our Place Society.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Bob, Jim and family, we are so sorry to hear of Cory’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
John & Connie
Dear Richard, Jane, Jim and Family,
It was a wonderful tribute you all paid to your mother at her memorial today. Your dad and mom had a really loving and full life together which reflected today. It was so heartwarming to see their grandchildren contribute their personnel acclamations.
Thinking of you all at this difficult time and wishing you comfort in knowing she is in a good place. Hugs and love, Meg Davyduke Parris
My condolences to Bob (or Hutch?) and your entire family. My acquaintance with Cory was in my last two years of high school and the many reunions thereafter. I always considered her to be one of the prettiest and smartest girls in my year. I am so sorry for the loss of such a lovely lady, wife, and mother.
Dear Robert and Family,
We are very saddened to hear of your loss of Corry.
She was truly a warm and endearing woman.
May your many happy memories of her sustain all of you thru this difficult period.
With love,
Archie Campbell & Stuart Haynsworth.