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John Worthey Obituary
He was born July 10, 1972, in Watseka, a son of John Daniel and Jacqueline L. Hancock Worthey. They survive in Cissna Park.
Mr. Worthey served in the United States Army National Guard B Company 2/58th Infantry from August 31, 1993, until his honorable discharge on June 9, 2001. He worked for Donnie Miller Construction, Richard Hancock Carpentry, ProLine Systems, Inc., in Kirkland, Wash., and Country Auto Service in Cissna Park.
He was a member of the Milford Christian Church, Trinity Church in Watseka, and CB 750 Honda Choppers. He loved the outdoors, adventures in Quetico Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada; camping; rock climbing, building canoes, hunting, motorcycling, building Honda choppers, drawing, metal etching, art work, Native American history, photography, and spending time with his nieces, nephews, family, and friends. He loved life.
Survivors include his parents of Cissna Park; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Dawn and Rick Merkle of Cissna Park and Deborah and Tony Little of Copley, Ohio; grandfather Jack Hancock of Milford; great-grandmother, Erma Cade of Hoopeston; nine nieces and nephews: Emily Merkle and fiance, Charles Davison; Kathryn Merkle; Bethany Merkle; Monica Merkle; Benjamin Little and fiance Zelia Zaldivar; Ian Little; Ingrid Little; and Isabella Little; one great-nephew, Lucas Little; and several aunts and uncles.
He was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandparents, Pearl and Wilford Hancock and Icel Cade; maternal grandmother, Edna Hancock; and paternal grandparents, John and Thelma Worthey.
Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday at Baier Funeral Home in Watseka, and from 10-11 a.m. Saturday at Milford Christian Church in Milford.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Milford Christian Church. Pastors Brent Zastrow, Gary Milton, and Neil Larimore will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded following the funeral services.
In lieu of flowers, an account has been established in Mr. Worthey's name at First Trust and Savings Bank, 120 E. Walnut St., Watseka, IL 60970, to help defray costs.
Please sign the online guestbook at baierfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Worthey
John and Nancy Huston
March 29, 2016
Dan and Jackie, just thinking of you this evening and thought you might like to add some more thoughts to the book. We love you and want you to know we think of Michael often. As the time passes, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.Much love to all of you.
April 9, 2012
Dan and jackie i didnt know your son but i do know you guys have been through alot just want you to know your in my prayers lisa, mike delfierro.
Pauline McIntire
April 7, 2012
Dan and Jackie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
kathi cintora
April 6, 2012
so sorry to hear about mike its truly a loss he was a great person and everyone who knew him loved him.
Lisa Ford
April 6, 2012
Dan and Jackie,
We are so very sorry for your loss of your dear son Mike. I never got to meet him in person, but with the stories and pitcures you shared, made me feel like I knew him well. Our deepest symapathy,
Lisa and David Ford
Teresa Duncan
April 5, 2012
Dan and Jackie, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son, Mike. Prayers for you.
April 5, 2012
I pray for the lord to bring you peace and comfort at this difficult time
Judy Davis-Forsong
Robert, Delores & Kelsey Lane
April 5, 2012
To the Worthy Family: During this difficult time, I pray that all of you find comfort in your many, many memories of Mike. He left a legacy behind that NO ONE can fill. Such a great guy and such a huge loss. I am so sorry that we cannot make the service as we are in Florida for several more weeks. Dan and Jackie, you had such a wonderful son who is truly going to be missed by many. Mike was a joy to be around. God Bless Each of You!
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