Alma Bertha Corson, of Sunman, was born on April 4, 1948, in Batesville, Indiana. She was the cherished daughter of the late Sylvester and Elizabeth (Messang) Grossman. Alma was a proud graduate of Sunman High School. On April 27, 1968, Alma was united in marriage to Gerald “Jerry” Corson, and together they raised seven beautiful daughters. She was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church for many years. In her free time, Alma enjoyed quilting, mending and repairing her family’s clothes, gardening, tending to her flower beds, and working through her crossword books. She loved going racing with her husband Jerry, frying chicken for any occasion, and visiting the beach — sitting by the ocean tossing crackers to the seagulls. Above all, Alma treasured every moment spent with her grandchildren and family. She was their most faithful supporter, no matter the occasion or endeavor. Sunday gatherings for a home-cooked meal and time together were among her greatest joys, as were holiday celebrations, especially Christmas.
On Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the age of 77, Alma passed away peacefully at her home in Sunman.
Those surviving who will carry Alma’s legacy forward include her seven daughters, Malinda (Jeff) Lusby, Angie (Gary) Barnes, Shelly Fasbinder, Benita (Morgan) Hedrick, Janette (Thomas) Slayback, Christa (Ryan) Cullen, and Ashley (Jody) Shannon; ten grandchildren; one step-grandchild; six great-grandchildren with three more on the way; as well as three siblings, Rita Mae (Bill) Robbins, Mary Ann (Melvin) Maple, and Raphael Grossman. Alma was preceded in death by her loving husband of 42 years, Gerald “Jerry” Corson; her parents, Sylvester and Elizabeth Grossman; as well as five siblings.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home, 107 W. Vine Street, Sunman, from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. Burial will follow immediately after in St. Stephens Cemetery in Spades, Indiana.
Memorial contributions in honor of Alma may be directed to the Sunman Area Life Squad—Rescue 20. Donations will be accepted in person at the visitation, or they can be mailed to 403 N. Meridian Street, Sunman, Indiana 47041.
To share a fond memory, leave a personal condolence, or to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.cookrosenberger.com. The staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home are honored to care for Alma and her family.