Corine (Clarkson) Morton-Chorney, of Nashua, passed away peacefully in the arms of her daughter on Thursday, February 23, 2017.
Corine was born in Nashua on March 31, 1928, a daughter of the late Sidney W. and Viola C. (Lambert) Clarkson. She was predeceased by two brothers, Sidney W. Clarkson, Jr. and Douglas Clarkson and is survived by her sister, Beverly Caswell.
Corine graduated from Nashua High School in 1946 and went to work for New England Telephone and Telegraph as a telephone operator. She married Stanley Morton, Jr. and they had four children, Debra and her husband Paul Wallace; Cheryl and her late husband, Jimmie D. Purselley, Jr.; Cyd and her husband Larry Jean; and Craig Morton and his partner Tom Hogan. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Justin Wallace, Jennifer Jean Miller, Melissa Jean, Jacob Purselley, Jim Purselley, III, and Jason Purselley; great-grandchildren, Peyton Miller, Bella Miller, Will Miller and Arya Purselley. Corine was also predeceased by her second husband, Harry Chorney. She leaves behind her long time dear companion and friend, Davis “Skip” Bryant. Together they enjoyed traveling abroad, in New England and spending time enjoying day trips, playing cards and dining out.
Corine was a talented artist who loved oil painting. She was the owner of “Hayseed Antiques” and loved buying, selling and visiting fellow antique lover and shop owners in New England. She had a passion for greyhounds and worked as a volunteer for Greyhound Pets of America. Corine was the proud momma of two beautiful greyhounds, Tess and Gunther. She also had a love for cows and horses and was especially proud of her grandson, Justin’s love of therapeutic horseback riding. She was a funny, compassionate and caring lady and will be sadly missed by all who were fortunate to share in her life.
At Corine’s request there will be no formal services. Burial will take place on a warm spring day at Edgewood Cemetery in Nashua. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com
