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Danny L. Worth
VIRDEN - Danny L. Worth, 72 of Virden, IL passed away Sunday July 15, 2012 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, IL.
Danny was born December 14, 1939 in Springfield, IL the son of Raleigh & Jessie (Peebles) Worth. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Virden, IL. Danny owned and operated Worth Garage in Virden since 1986. Prior to that time he worked at Fiat-Allis in Springfield, IL. He was an avid electric train enthusiast.
Danny married Shirley J. Edge on August 26, 1961 in Virden, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents and niece Linda Ehrat.
Danny is survived by his wife Shirley; Sons, Douglas A. (Terri) Worth of Virden, IL, Michael D. (Jodi) Worth of Girard, IL and Daron S. Worth of Springfield, IL; daughter, Dana L. (David) Sale of Raymond, IL; sister, Mary M. (Art) Ehrat of Virden, IL; grandchildren, Derek and Jenna Sale, Talor Lutz, Zachary, Brittany, Joseph and Joshua Worth, Mitchell and Nicklaus Worth and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at Calvert & Ferry Funeral Home, Virden, IL. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Thursday July 19, 2012 at the funeral home. Officiating will be Rev. Mary Alice Cunningham; burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Modesto, IL. Pallbearers will be Rustin Godfrey, Randy Hays, Todd Clearwater, Don Garbett, Steve Fouts and Walter Wallace. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Homan and Jim Probst. Memorials may be made to the American Kidney Foundation, or the Virden Rescue Squad. Please visit calvert-ferryfuneralho mes.com to leave a message for the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Danny WORTH
Carole deVries
July 26, 2012
Shirley and family, Was so sorry to hear of Dannys passing. His outstanding mechanical knowledge, and uplifting personality will be sorely missed by our community. My sincere sympathy and prayers go out to all of you. May your fond memories of this special man ease the pain of your loss.
Jeannie Scott
July 23, 2012
Shirley, Daron and family - I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. We were out of town last week and I just heard. Danny was a great guy, my dad loved visiting with him and he always took care of Dad's vehicles. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill & Jeannie Scott
Ray Bumgardner
July 19, 2012
Deepest sympathies to the Worth family. I always looked forward to the Worth's Garage stop on my route. He will be missed.
GREG TOPPMEYER
July 18, 2012
SHIRLEY - I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I ALWAYS ENJOYED TALKING OR DEALING WITH DANNY. HE ALWAYS PUT A POSITIVE OR HUMOROUS SPIN ON WHATEVER WE WERE TALKING ABOUT. I WILL MISS HIS PERSONALITY.
Bill&Lesa Motika
July 18, 2012
sorry to hear of your family's loss. Danny will be missed by many.
Bill & Judy Berry
July 18, 2012
Not much else to say that hasn't already been said. What a joy it was for us to have known such a funny and kind man it was truely an honor.
Craig and Diana Ovington
July 18, 2012
So sorry to hear about Danny. He was a wonderful man and great mechanic everyone knew and respected his work. May God Bless you and give you strength in your time of sorrow.
July 18, 2012
Doug and family,
Doug,
Sorry to hear about the passing
of your Dad.
With Sympathy..
Phil
Phil Skelley Chatham,Il.
July 18, 2012
Shirley & Family,
So sorry for your loss Danny was great guy,very helpful to others & a joy to talk to. He will be greatly missed by so many. Deb Huson, Ernie Lair
Brenda Benson-Fields
July 18, 2012
It has been many years and sorry you have to hear from me under these conditions. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Many memories as a child from the Worth house.
Charlie Rhine
July 18, 2012
Danny was such a prince of a guy,always had time to answer questions for us shade-tree mechanics,always happy to help, and darn nice to visit with while chomping on peanuts and a pepsi.He is at rest now and may God bless all of you.Knowing Danny for a long time was truly a special blessing.We all will miss him.
Larry Molohon (Jack Benson's brother-in-law)
July 18, 2012
Shirley & Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Coy & Bonita Ralston
July 18, 2012
Shirley & Family, our thoughts & prayers are with you aat this difficult time. Danny was a great guy & a good friend. He will truly be missed by many.
Glenn & Veronica Armentrout
July 18, 2012
Dana,David,Derek,Jenna our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family..
July 18, 2012
Shirley and family,
Sorry to hear about Danny. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
With Sympathy,
Missy Crouch-Smith
Matt & Sara Wiseman
July 17, 2012
May your memories be cherished.
Michelle Bearden
July 17, 2012
My heart aches for your loss, but I know you have enough happy memories to sustain you. May God bless you with strength until you meet again.
Naomi Stone
July 17, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughs are with you at this time of sorrow. God Bless
Naomi Stone
Rebecca and Craig Clark
July 17, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Danny was such a nice man- he helped so many people through the years. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken & Linda Bruley
July 17, 2012
Danny's humor, ability and friendliness will be missed by all.
Kay Butler
July 17, 2012
Shirley and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Polly and Joe Marchizza
July 17, 2012
Daron and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Susan & Lynn Berry Jr
July 17, 2012
Shirley, Mary and Family~
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Danny. His Sunday morning humor and interaction with the coffee group will always be remembered.
jonette boehler
July 17, 2012
Worth family ~ I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Danny. I have a lot of memories from when I was little and my family spent a lot of time at your house. Danny was always so funny. He will be missed by lots.
John Lawson
July 17, 2012
I have happy memories of Danny from my High School days. Here is wishing fond memories to his family while I register my sincere condolences.
Shawn and Monica Whalen
July 17, 2012
Sorry to hear of the loss of Danny. He will be missed by so many. He was such a great guy. Prayers for the family.
July 17, 2012
Shirley and Family -
We are so very sorry for your loss as well as "our" loss. He will be sadly missed and our breakfast bunch will never be the same without his sense of humor. He is at peace now and no pain in God's hands. God bless you all.
Jim & Carolyn
Auburn, IL
george and carol kruse
July 17, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Judy & Chuck Foster
July 17, 2012
Shirley & family, Sorry to hear about Danny passing. He was a great guy & will really be missed. Thoughts & prayers are with you & your families.
Dennis
July 17, 2012
For some things there are no words, only shoulders to lean on, hands to hold and hugs to comfort. I offer to you all of these. My prayers are with you!
Kristin Boster
July 17, 2012
Worth family,
Sorry for your loss.
Carole Hunter-Aubrey
July 17, 2012
Shirley and family -
My sincerest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Carole S. Hunter-Aubrey
melissa patterson
July 17, 2012
Hey Daron and family,
So sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers and hugs are with you.
Sincerely,
KENDRA & STEVE KAHL
July 17, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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