Annie Laureen Coonie Corkran

1954 ∼ 2013

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Annie Laureen "Coonie" Corkran, 59, of Bridge City, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 30, 2013, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Charles Miller, pastor of First Baptist Church in Groves. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City.

Visitation will be from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home in Bridge City.

Born in Natchitoches, Louisiana on February 14, 1954, Coonie was the daughter of James and Melba Irene Wallace Philen. She started her legal career working for several attorneys and judges. Coonie worked as the food and beverage supervisor at Delta Downs since the day it opened. One of Coonie's greatest passions was fishing.

She was preceded in death by her father, James Philen; and sister, Helen Sue Philen.

Coonie is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Cody and Kelli Corkran of Bridge City; son, Calvin Corkran of Bridge City; the father of her children, Dale Corkran; grandchildren, Kiegan, Kaydence, Trent and Ethan Corkran; sister, Kim Philen of Dayton; and numerous other family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Tennessee 37148-0142.

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Anonymous March 30, 2013

I will miss you, Ms Annie.##imported-begin##Kevin Williams ##imported-end##

Anonymous March 29, 2013

I can remember Annie as a little pre-schooler. Baby sat her for a while before starting a career with DuPont. She was a cutie and I loved her so. I am probably the only relative who refers to her as Annie. There will be another empty spot in our hea##imported-begin##Shirley Baum##imported-end##

Anonymous March 29, 2013

Ms. Annie was always like a sister to me. We had breakfast and lunch together almost everyday. She was a very wonderful person and will be greatly missed in so many ways from her sense of humor to her poking her finger through her toast at breakfast whe##imported-begin##Stephanie Palmer##imported-end##

Anonymous March 28, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Coonie from high school. She was always so funny and everyone loved being around her. My prayers are with the family. Hang on to those precious memories.##imported-begin##Beth Hollis Cassel##imported-end##

Anonymous March 28, 2013

Sorry to hear about Coonie.Prayers going up for all the family. Love Elaine##imported-begin##Elaine Philen Strickland##imported-end##

Anonymous March 28, 2013

It was "always" something when it came to Coonie. She always had something cooked on the stove. She was always there when you needed her. She always made me laugh even through tears. She will always have my love and I'm betting she will always be my guard##imported-begin##Dee McKinley##imported-end##

Anonymous March 28, 2013

I have known Coonie for years as my sister is Cindy Corkran. We have visited with her several times and I always enjoyed spending time with her and listening to her talk about different things. Bless her family in this difficult time. Penny##imported-begin##Penny Bass##imported-end##

Anonymous March 28, 2013

Am so sorry for ya'll lost.She is a great lady and she will be sadley miss.##imported-begin##reghan berry##imported-end##

Anonymous March 28, 2013

Gone, yet will remain in Our Heart's Forever...##imported-begin##Dorma Brandon Brones##imported-end##

Anonymous March 28, 2013

Gone, Yet in Our Heart's Forever...what laughs we've had. My Dearest Friend Ever. Hug my Daddy for me. I'll Hug your Momma and Son's for you...##imported-begin##Dorma Brandon Brones##imported-end##

Anonymous March 27, 2013

Our hearts go out to you for the loss of your mother. We have so many great memories of Coonie that will always be treasured. Tommy & Cassey Polk##imported-begin##Cassey Polk##imported-end##

Anonymous March 27, 2013

My Dear Sweet Coonie, I love you so much and will miss you, my dear Cousin and friend for the rest of my days. Rest In Peace and Fly High with the Angels.##imported-begin##Karen Wallace Bula##imported-end##

Anonymous March 27, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss, Coonie will be dearly missed. We are praying for the family.##imported-begin##Truman & Carrol Lucas##imported-end##

Anonymous March 27, 2013

I was shocked when I saw Kenneth's & Dianne's posting. I have fond memories of Coonie. She was loved and will be missed by many. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.##imported-begin##Larry Rasberry##imported-end##

Anonymous March 27, 2013

Annie we loved you and we will miss you. You funny old grandma you know what I mean we'll miss your funny remarks and sense of humor. Love you and keep em laughing up there rest in peace with no more pain.##imported-begin##Barbara Schmidt##imported-end##