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1933
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Alpha Worrell Obituary
Alamo - Funeral services for Mrs. Alpha Ruth Worrell, age 84, will be held on Friday, July 13, 2018, at 10:00 am at Alamo First United Methodist Church with Stephen Sutton officiating. Interment will follow in Alamo Cemetery.
Mrs. Worrell passed away peacefully on July 11, 2018, at home. She was born on November 16, 1933, on State Line Farm in Hickman, KY to the late William Park Hudson and Alpha Roach Hudson. She was also preceded in death by her husband Ray Worrell.
Mrs. Worrell is survived by her sons, Neal Worrell (Lisa), Matt Worrell, Jon Worrell; grandchild Michael Lipscomb (Lena); great grandchildren, Lexi and Evan Lipscomb; her furry companion, Levi
Mrs. Worrell came to Alamo, TN, in 1955, as a Home Demonstration Agent. Shortly after she met and married the love of her life, Ray Worrell. She worked for the 4-H Extension Service and received her master degree in home economics in 1984. Mrs. Worrell served as the District Supervisor for Home Economics in West Tennessee. She was actively involved in the Alamo First Methodist Church, Relay For Life and anything pertaining to her community. Mrs. Worrell and Wayne Whitby were founders for the Crockett Imagination Library.
Visitation for Mrs. Worrell will be held on Thursday, July 12, 2018 from 5 - 8 pm at the Alamo First United Methodist Church. There will also be visitation on, Friday, July 13, 2018 from 9 - 10 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made to Relay For Life.
Memories and Condolences
for Alpha Worrell
Sponsored by Ronk Funeral Home, Inc. - Alamo.
July 13, 2018
Alpha was a wonderful women and an outstanding professional. Her leadership in Extension and Family and Consumer Sciences (Home Economics) will long be rembered by those of us privileged to work along side of her.
Prayers for the family.
Pat Murphy Stevens
Lebanon, Tn (formally Memphis, TN
Tammy Williams Buckingham
July 13, 2018
My prayers and thoughts are with Mrs Alpha's family. Mrs Alpha was such a sweet lady who will be missed by many.
Winola Shelton
July 13, 2018
I was so glad to see Mrs. Alpha at Mr. Richard Powell's retirement party. She was a very classy lady and a wonderful supervisor! I will always cherish our friendship.
Barbara Brewington (Legions)
July 12, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was the sweetest woman and most dignified lady I have ever known. She was the kind of woman that spoke so softly and sweetly that you couldnt help but love her. I will be praying for your family. The loss will be great but remember the memories are always going to be with you to help you along this difficult time
Linda Ward Holder
July 12, 2018
Loved and admired her from the first time I met her in 4-H. She was a wonderful, kind and caring soul. Prayers for the family.
Jere and Carla Reeves
July 12, 2018
What a beautiful and powerful legacy she leaves.
Jane H. CONNELL
July 12, 2018
She will never be forgotten. She was wonderful supervisor and friend. I was blessed to have seen her when I recently attended Mr. Powell's retirement gathering.
Jane Fisher
July 11, 2018
A wonderful, dear friend. Traveled many miles with her in the late '80's and early 90's. She was truly a great lady. Will miss her.
Nancy Wood Acred
July 11, 2018
Jon Im so sorry for your familys loss. You will be in y prayers.
Delores Dodson
July 11, 2018
I remember her from High School
Christene Anderson
July 11, 2018
Expressing heartfelt Symphany during the lot of Dist. I Ext. Supervisor, retired. F C S Agent Christene Anderdon
DeLaine Dabbs
July 11, 2018
I am turely saddened to hear this. I have so many very fond 4-H memories of Ms. Worrell. She was so kind and loved all of us like we were her own children. Your family has my prayers.
Kenneth and alisa Lee
July 11, 2018
So sorry for your loss
Pamela Gallina
July 11, 2018
My Angel aunt Alpha you were always kind & understanding. I can hear your voice in my head saying these are Nancys girls. Hugs & love always.
Joye Summers
July 11, 2018
A true Christian lady that always lead by example. Ms. Alpha you have left your mark on many.
Tim Smith
July 11, 2018
Fantastic Lady! Met her at National 4-H Congress as a delegate in 1980, only to work with her for many more years until her retirement. Many great memories over those many years - she'll be missed. . .
Bonnie Lee
July 11, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful lady. I will love you and miss you always.
Michelle George
July 11, 2018
A beautiful lady inside and out, will be greatly missed.. Condolence to the family..
Nelson
July 11, 2018
As a 4-H club member many years ago, she was very supportive of us when we went to state competitions!
Wonderful Woman!
Nicky & Rita Casey
July 11, 2018
Thinking of all of you during this time.
Sue Jackson
July 11, 2018
Loved this dear woman! She showed grace and love in everything thing she did. God Speed Miss Alpha - till we meet again❤
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