Elton "Hap" Worrell

1940 - 2013

BORN

1940

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel - Hillsville

1035 N Main St.

Hillsville, Virginia

Elton Worrell Obituary

Elton "Hap" Worrell, 72, of Austinville, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013, at his home.
He was born in Wythe County to the late Walter Jefferson and Myrtle Clara Davis Worrell. 
He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Bryant Worrell.
Survivors include his wife, Karen Funk Worrell of the home; sons and daughters-in-law, Glen and Ruth Worrell of Staunton, Va., Bill and Mandy Worrell of Lebanon, Va., and Alan and Kellie Worrell of Austinville; step daughter and spouse, Jessica and Chris Milby; brother and sister-in-law, Charles Bud and Wilma Worrell of Woodlawn; sisters, Christine W. Huff of Hillsville and Lois Corbett of Boyertown, Pa.; four grandchildren, Virginia Lauren Worrell, Michael Alan Worrell, Daniel Glen Worrell, and Isaac Creed Worrell; and step grandchildren, Alexis Milby and Ava Milby.
Funeral services were held on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013, at Coulson Church of the Brethren at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Harry Shelton and Pastor Jason Simpkins officiating. Burial followed in the Coulson Cemetery. The family received friends at the church on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013, from 6 until 8 p.m.
The family says that flowers would be appreciated; however, donations may be made to Coulson Church Cemetery Fund.
A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com.
Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Funeral Home Chapel is serving the family.

Published by Galax Gazette from Jan. 14 to Jan. 18, 2013.
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Bill and Kathy Bryant

Bill Bryant

January 24, 2013

Alan and Kelly,
I just learned today of your Dad's passing. I was so sorry to hear it and would have been there for the viewing and funeral but am in Florida for the winter. I know he will be greatly missed.

Sincerely,
Mae and Lester Horton

Mae Horton

January 16, 2013

I am so sorry that we were out of town and could not attend the funeral! You are such a wonderful, loving family!!! God bless all of you!

Margie Quesenberry

January 16, 2013

I was sad to hear of Uncle Hap's passing. I talk to my kids often of the summers and Thanksgivings spent on his farm and how much I wish they could experience the simpler things in life like that. Our sincerest sympathies to the whole family.

Mike and Karen Worrell

Mike Worrell

January 16, 2013

Uncle Hap you will be greatly missed. Just wished we had known of your passing, so we could have come and said our final goodbye. But I know you are now with your wife Aunt Joan, Uncle Joe and daddy. May you all rest in peace.

Donna Harbaugh

January 15, 2013

Alan, Kellie, Virginia and Michael,
Sorry for your loss.
Nurse Thomas

January 14, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Hap was a good man and friend.

John Stout

January 13, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the loss of your father, grandfather and brother. Your mom and dad's legacy will be long remembered through the lives of you children. What a wonderful family to know. May God bless and keep you always in His love. Joyce & Ivan Edwards

Ivan & Joyce Edwards

January 13, 2013

sorry too hear of your dad's passing may peace be with your family.

NOEL MABE

January 13, 2013

Bill, We're certainly sorry for the loss of your Dad. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. If there is anything we can do please let us know. -The Lyttle's- Jim, Sherry, and Shiloh

Jim Lyttle

January 13, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. The Jeffrey Lawson Family

karen lawson

January 13, 2013

I'm sorry for your loss and you all are in my prayers.May The Lord In Heaven be with you all and Bless you one and all during this hard time. Robert Brian Carter

Robert Brian Carter

January 12, 2013

Glen, Ruth and Daniel: We are very sorry for your loss. Although we can't be with you while you remember your dad, you're in our thoughts and prayers from afar.

Marvin and Brenda Thorne

January 12, 2013

So sorry to hear about Hap. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Elroy & Velma Williams

January 12, 2013

Sorry to hear about Hap. Also sorry about Imagean. I live in Mt. Airy now and don't usually get much news from up on the mt.U all r in my thoughts and prayers. Jewell Robinson Busick

Jewell Busick

January 12, 2013

We are very sorry for your loss.May God be with all of you through this trying time.

Bud &Nancy Swiney

January 12, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Elva Stilwell

January 12, 2013

We love you all. God Bless you to heal and have comfort at this time. Scott and Rita Creed

Scott Creed

January 12, 2013

So sorry for your loss. He was a good man. God bless your family.

Kenneth & Janice Smythers

Janice Smythers

January 12, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Hap was a great man and a great friend to Dad. May God Bless your family during this difficult time.

Sharon Staples
Edmund & Imoline Staples

January 12, 2013

May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.

Lela Funk

January 12, 2013

We were saddened to learn of Hap's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Harrison & Linda Payne

January 12, 2013

Prayers for your family!

The Rakes Family

Faye Rakes

January 12, 2013

Aunt Karen & Family,

May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.

Love,

Shannon & Scott Payne

January 12, 2013

Our paryers and thoughts are with you.

Pat and Russell Burkholder

January 12, 2013

So sorry for you loss.God bless you all at this time.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Irene & Ray Bolen

Ray Bolen

January 12, 2013

Bill and Family:

We are so very sorry for the loss of your father. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Danny and Crystal Peek

Peek Family

January 12, 2013

So sorry for the loss of Uncle Hap.He is very special and will be missed. May God bless each of you all. Love Always

Ruthy Riffey

January 11, 2013

Love all of you! Praying for you and rejoicing in what a special man Hap was to so many!!Precious family!

margie quesenberry

January 11, 2013

So sorry for your loss. We will be praying for the family.

Ted Burke

January 11, 2013

Prayers with you all love pam asbury

pam asbury

January 11, 2013

So very sorry for the loss of your dear father, husband, brother and wonderful friend. May God bless you all with the memories and comfort you during this time of sorrow.

Dylan & Barbara Edwards

January 11, 2013

Worrell Children & Families,
So very sorry to hear of your loss.You all have our deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort. Regret we will not be able to attend since we are out of the area. God bless you all.

Bill and Ann Davis

Bill Davis

January 11, 2013

Alan and Family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. All of you are in our prayers for peace and strength at this time.

Barry & Donna Armentrout

January 11, 2013

May The Lord be with you.

Homer and Belva Flanagan

January 11, 2013

Alan,

So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Leigh Ann Lyons

January 11, 2013

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