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Isabelle Worley Obituary

HANOVER Isabelle Jenkins Worley, 86, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 30, 2007, at home. She was the wife of Glenn R. Worley, who died July 22, 1988. Mrs. Worley was a member of the Hanover Church of the Brethren and volunteered for many years at the Brethren Home Community in Cross Keys. Isabelle was a graduate of William Penn High School in York. She was employed for 37 years with Hanover Shoe, until her retirement. Born February 6, 1921, in Luray Va., she was a daughter of the late William O. and Grace Ellen (Racer) Jenkins. She is survived by her son, Gene W. Worley of Hanover; and three grandchildren, Douglas Worley of Colorado Springs, Colo., Steven Worley of Denver, Colo., and Travis Worley of Hanover. She was predeceased by three siblings, brother, Rev. Jesse O. Jenkins, siste,r Ruth Kestner, and brother, Loring Jenkins. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 8, 2007, at Hanover Church of the Brethren, 601 Wilson Ave., Hanover, with the Rev. Dr. Marcia L. Kump and the Rev. John P. Layman officiating. The viewing will be from 1:30 p.m. until the time of the service Sunday at the church. Burial at Mummerts Meeting House Cemetery will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Isabelle's memory may be made to Hanover Church of the Brethren, 601 Wilson Ave., Hanover, PA 17331. To share memories of Isabelle, please visit www.wetzelfuneralhome.com

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Published by York Daily Record on Jul. 5, 2007.

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Deb Yost

July 8, 2007

I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, Sister, and Friend. Izzy was a wonderful person. I always enjoyed talking with her when I went to visit my parents. She was a true God Send to this earth. Now she is Gods' Angel. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to all who knew and loved her.

Kathy Bealing

July 5, 2007

Gene, Travis & Becca,

I'm so sorry for your loss but can just imagine Isabelle in the loving arms of Jesus with no pain and in utter joy.

She was always such a dear, sweet lady who made you feel happy to be around her. That is a very special thing.

You will miss her so much, I know. Try to trust that the love you shared still lives on in your thoughts & your heart. In this I hope you can find some comfort.

God bless you,

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