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Peter T Work, 83, passed from this life September 10, 2017, the son of David B. and Lydia Wolf Work, born in Lake City CO. He graduated from Gunnison HS, CO 1951; Colorado A&M (now CSU) Fort Collins CO 1955 Mechanical Engineering, BYU 1966 MBA. After graduation, he was commissioned as a 2nd Lt. in the US Air Force. He married E. Dayonne Hurt August 12, 1956 in Wheatridge CO. He was a jet pilot instructor at the time of his discharge in 1958.
Pete worked 8 years for GE in Tyler TX and Louisville KY. In 1970 he moved to Denton and began Work Environmental Systems. He retired in 1999 and passed the business on to his 3 longest employees.
Pete and his wife were faithful members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They served as missionaries in Nigeria Lagos for 18 months and as workers in the Dallas Temple.
He was a Texas Professional Engineer and a life member of ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers and ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers. Pete described himself as a tinkerer and spent his free time fixing mechanical puzzles.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, and his 8 children; Wayne Work of Denton, Paul (Sherry) Work of Hillsboro OR, Arlen (Kari) Work of Layton UT, Adrian (Chock) Booher of Franklin KY, Irene (Bob) Perry of Odessa TX, Celia (Robert) Ruiz of Forney TX, Glen Work of Cedar Park TX, and Marla (Joe) Vaughn of Chandler AZ, his thirty-two grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to Ann's Haven Hospice VNA who have been with us the past week. The funeral services will be held at 10AM Tuesday 9/12 at the LDS Chapel, 1801 Malone St., Denton TX with burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to VNA Ann's Haven, 1204 W. University Dr. Ste. 150, Denton TX 76201.
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Judy Thompson
September 4, 2020
I have already written a small memorial to Pete and appreciate the opportunity to write more. Pete was one of those "unforgettable" characters. Always quiet and modest in word and deed. But a giant in sheep's clothing. He was always willing to help in time of need. He inspired confidence and respect for the great and good man that he was. He was a man that I feel left many good deeds in his path through life, but never chose to speak of them or in any way extol his own self worth. I will always appreciate the great example he was to all of us.
September 29, 2017
Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11
September 29, 2017
Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11
Carol Ryan
September 24, 2017
Dear Pete Work, it was such an honor to have known you. I remember having met you back in 1987 when I fist began working for the Mitchell's. You were always so gracious and fair. You were a wise and caring business man, very "old school".
Thank you for being one of the few that showed me what doing business the "right way" means.
Rest In Peace.
Sincerely,
Carol Ryan
Raquel
September 15, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain you during this difficult time. (Isaiah 61:1,2). My prayers are with your family.
MaryAnne Canalizo
September 15, 2017
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Julie Lyle
September 13, 2017
Wayne, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Judy Thompson
September 13, 2017
I always liked, admired and respected Peter Work. They moved to Denton the same year we did, so we have known them a long time. I was always impressed by his kindness and his gentle spirit. He was a humble, modest man. It was fun to learn of all the other skills and accomplishments in his life, of which he never spoke. What a legacy he has left behind! 8 beautiful children and all those wonderful grands and great grands! We will all miss him!
Stephanie Pena
September 12, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement.
Steve Vore
September 12, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May the Lord bless you as you mourn his passing.
Fred Stevens
September 11, 2017
Peter T was a good man. We were better for knowing him.
September 11, 2017
I love Pete and Dayonne Work. I had no idea of all the talents Pete had. I just knew he was a wonderful guy and they were wonderful people. We were friends back in Louisville, KY, in 1967-69 The world has lost another good man. He will be heaven's gain. God bless his sweet wife as she goes through this trial and God bless his children. Melva McKenzie, Mountain Home, ID--Really appreciate the times they stopped in Idaho to visit us when they were traveling around visiting children and grandchildren.
Ed & Donna Shell
September 11, 2017
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with his Wonderful Family !!!He was a great, kind person, a good Church Member, and loved his beautiful Family!!!
Kaki Matheson
September 11, 2017
What a blessing to have known this sweet man. His spirit of humility and kindness was a balm. His children and grandchildren are truly blessed with a spiritual legacy and a temporal guide. Our thoughts are with you all, especially our precious Dayonne.
Vicky Mcfall
September 11, 2017
I never meant two nicer or sweeter people, when I think of Pete a smile comes to my face, my heart goes out to the family and his wife , May the Lord comfort your family at this time and bring peace to your hearts, you are in my prayers.
Lani Hall
September 11, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Bridget Work
September 11, 2017
He's free now. I'm happy for him, but I'm sorry for his close(r than me) relatives. Holding a prayer in my heart for the family.
Kathleen and Charles Mayfield
September 10, 2017
We treasure the time we were given by God to have Pete Work in our lives. Reading the obituary I realized my family moved to Denton the same year as Pete and Dayonne. Together we saw a lot of changes in Denton and growth of Zion in that part of the country.
Penelope Pruett
September 10, 2017
Prayers to the family during your time of grief.
Bill DeBerry and Bill DeBerry Jr.
September 10, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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