David Allen Whitworth

David Allen Whitworth, age 81, of LaGrange, KY, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Dave was a proud veteran who was a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. His courage and dedication to his country were evident throughout his service, and his legacy of bravery lives on through his family and friends. He could often be seen wearing his Vietnam Veterans baseball cap and never hesitated to share his experiences from the war with those who asked. A man of many passions, Dave was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, golfing, and especially fishing. He found joy in spending time on his boat at Lake Barkley where he made countless memories with his loved ones. Dave truly believed that any day spent on the lake was a good day. Dave had a successful career in sales, retiring as Sales Manager from Saint-Gobain, formerly known as Corhart Refractories. His hard work and commitment to his profession earned him the respect of his colleagues and clients alike, leaving behind a lasting impression in the industry. As a loving husband, Dave was married to his devoted wife, Sherry, for over sixty wonderful years. Together they built a life full of love and laughter for their daughters and their grandchildren. He spent much of his time cheering on the Kentucky Wildcats and Louisville Cardinals, playing poker, and listening to country music. Mollee, his yellow Labrador, was his constant companion for many years. Dave will always be remembered for his love of family, his dedication to his country, his outstanding career, and the joy he brought to those around him. May he rest in peace knowing how much he was loved and that his legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth (Washburn) and James Whitworth, sister, Sue Yates, and brother, Bobby Whitworth.
Dave is survived by his wife, Sharon "Sherry" (Mason) Whitworth; daughters, Sheryl Redmon (David), and Shannon Lazas (Ron, Jr.); grandchildren, Matthew Redmon (Katarina), Taylor Dowouis (Jordan), Madeline Lazas (Matthew Beyer), Nathaniel Redmon, and Samantha Redmon, and great-granddaughter, Eleanor James Dowouis.
As Dave requested, he will have a military honors burial with the immediate family present at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central, Radcliff, KY.
If you wish, expressions of sympathy can be made to the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, as he was a fervent supporter of assisting veterans in the community