Corey Abate

Corey is a lovable and caring person with a great sense of humor, always ready to make others laugh. He's reliable and supportive, always willing to help friends when needed. His adventurous spirit drives him to seek out new experiences, and he loves spending time in his garage, fixing cars and tinkering with projects. Whether it's a joke or a hands-on task, Corey brings energy and heart to everything he does.

I just love my sexy lumberjack 😍

-Stacy

Stacy Schmidt

Stacy is an incredibly caring and thoughtful person, someone who brings warmth and love into every aspect of our life. Whether she’s out kayaking, hiking through our local trails, or enjoying a quiet night in, she radiates joy and excitement. At home, her creativity shines through in the way she crafts and gardens, turning our home into a place of comfort and beauty. She always puts others first, especially her family, whom she treasures above all else. Her kind heart and nurturing spirit are the foundation of everything she does. She isn’t just an amazing woman—she’s the light of my life, and I feel deeply fortunate to share my journey with her.

- Corey

Get To Know Us

How did you two meet?
We met through a popular dating app called Bumble

Who tells more jokes?
Corey

Where was your first date?
A local brewery named Griffinclaw Brewing Company

Who is more stubborn?
Stacy

What is the most embarrassing moment of your first date?
Corey sat down with the wrong girl at first.

Who snores louder?
Corey

Where did the first kiss happen?
The Cranbrook Estate in Bloomfield Hills MI

Who is a better cook?
Stacy

What is the first gift you have given each other?
Corey made Stacy a wooden Michigan cutting board.
Stacy made Corey a Cannoli Cake.

Do You have any pets?
Yes. Stacy's dog Josie. We also plan to adopt a dog together when the time is right.

When and where did he propose?
Corey proposed to Stacy at the 2024 Sno*Drift Rally in Atlanta, MI (not far from Otsego Resort)

Kids?
Yes. Someday.

Photos from our adventures together

Wedding Destination

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Join us in celebration on our special day
October 11th, 2025

Ceremony at 3pm on the Sitzmark Terrace

Cocktail Hour to follow immediately after inside

And a formal dinner at 6pm

Rooms are available at the Blue Spruce Lodge located on site at Otsego Resort. Please call (989)732-5181 and reference the Abate Wedding no later that August 29th

Click here for more information about the Resort

Wedding Registry

Your attendance is the greatest gift of all. However, if you wish to purchase a gift, you can access our registry by clicking the button below

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More details to come

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