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Robert Worthington Obituary
January 2, 1929 -
March 13, 2023
Earl Worthington, 94, lived a life that was permeated by his faith in God and his intent to live out that faith in every area of his experience.
Earl was born and raised in Georgia, graduated from Berry College, Rome, GA and did graduate work in NC State and Iowa State University where he obtained his PhD. His educational focus was as a research Biochemist, employed at the University of Georgia Experiment Station in Griffin, GA but his great occupational interest was in agriculture - specifically in growing Christmas Trees on his choose & cut farm in Hampton, GA. He loved seeing the friends and families who came to make a tradition of cutting a fresh Christmas tree from the farm each year.
Earl leaves behind his wife of 63 years, Esther (Lubberts) Worthington; their three children: sons, Robert, wife Cindy, and John; daughter, Brenda Messick and husband Tim; along with three granddaughters, Kaylin Worthington, Anna Messick, Aerin Messick; and four great-grandchildren, Treylin, Kayne, Abiel and Kash. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Donna Bond as well as numerous loving cousins, nieces and nephews.
Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Pinkney Franklin and Mary Ruth Worthington; a sister, Margaret Louise Worthington; brothers, Joseph Franklin and Alvin Ray Worthington; and Earl's only grandson, Adrian Worthington.
Funeral services were held at 1:30 PM, Thursday, March 16, 2023 in the Chapel of First Baptist Church Jonesboro, with Dr. Charles Q. Carter officiating. Burial followed at Camp Memorial Park in Fayetteville. The family received friends from 5-7 PM, Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at the funeral home and from 1-1:30 PM prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in memory of Earl to the Robert Adrian Worthington Memorial Scholarship at Berry College, Rome, GA, or to Southwest Christian Hospice, or to a charity of your choice. Ford-Stewart Funeral Home, Inc., Jonesboro/Stockbridge 770-210-2700. www.fordstewartfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Judy Cox
March 20, 2023
We would like to send our love to all the family. We are so sorry for your loss. We have you in our prayers. Your friends, Judy & Sherman.
Southwest Christian Care
March 20, 2023
We The Staff Of Southwest Christian Care would like to extend our condolence to you as you go thur this difficult time.We will keep you in our prayers
Linda Hinton McLain
March 19, 2023
What an honor it was to know such a gentle, kind man. Thank you for giving Alexin her first job and embracing her. We have so much love and respect for the Worthington family. Sending peace and comfort to you all.
Jep Palmer
March 17, 2023
Prayers for all the family.
He was an amazing man and example for all of us to follow.
June (Worthington) Craft
March 16, 2023
I'm so thankful for the wonderful life my "Uncle Bob" lived. The legacy he leaves for family and friends will continue to make an impact on our lives. For us, he provided a great example of hard work, determination, faith in God, and commitment to family. He will surely be missed, but not forgotten.
Barbara Sapp
March 16, 2023
Condolences and prayers
Larry and Anna Lawrence
March 15, 2023
Anna and I are praying for the family. Earl was always an encourager to me. The impact Esther and Earl made on hundreds through the Christmas Tree Farm Ministry will continue to bear much fruit. We love y’all very much.
Vicki Craven
March 15, 2023
I did not personally know him but I do know Bobby and I've been to the tree farm. I am sorry for your loss. Praying
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