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Terry Worthington Obituary
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WORTHINGTON, Terry Lee 47, of Springfield went home to be with the Lord on Thursday morning, February 19, 2009 following his 11 year battle from a fall. He was born November 5, 1961 in Springfield, Ohio, the son of William R. and Linda L. (Nevin) Worthington. Terry was a life long member of the Union Club. He loved to draw, play pool and throw darts. Terry had a heart of gold and lived life to the fullest. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved him. Survivors include his mother; daughter and son-in-law, Dawn and Clint Gartin of Springfield; two sisters and brother-in-law, Debbie and Richard Lyall of Urbana, Ohio and Tina Bolger (Spike Briggs) of Springfield; two brothers and sister-in-law, Darren Worthington of Springfield and Rick and Sandy Worthington of Beavercreek, Ohio; two half brothers, Guy and Pat Worthington both of Springfield; nephews, Brad and Jeremy Powell, Sean Bolger, Stevie and David Worthington, Tyler and Brandon Worthington; one great nephew, James Powell; one great niece, Kaylee Powell; one aunt, Nora Hart; several cousins; a special friend and mother of his daughter, Tonia Coale and numerous very special friends. He was preceded in death by his father. On behalf of Terrys entire family, they would like to thank the staff of the Mercy St Johns Center and the Eaglewood Care Center for all the years of great care, friendship and support they have given to Terry and the family; it meant so much to them. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Monday, February 23, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with Pastor John Long officiating. Terry will be laid to rest near his father in the Ferncliff Cemetery. You may express condolences to the family at www.littletonandrue.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Terry Worthington
Natalie Cornez
February 28, 2009
Dear Dawn,
I just read about your loss and am so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Natalie Cornez
Debbie Judy (Atha)
February 26, 2009
To the Worthingtons, some I knew and some I didn't, I was so shocked to hear the belated news of Terry Lee's fall and his subsiquent death. Terry Lee was one of the funnest people I ever knew. I am so glad that I got to know him and be around him for some of the funnest times of my life. I have to say that was at Purk's and Harvester Inn and around town but it was still fun with him around. You could not be in a bad mood around Terry Lee, because he just wouldn't allow it. He also wouldn't allow you to be the only female not dancing. He will be missed greatly but Heaven has no pain.
Beth O'Brien
February 23, 2009
Dawn,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family.
Kelley (Hildenbrand) Sanders
February 23, 2009
I am so Sorry to Hear about the loss of Terry. He will be missed greatly. I will never forget all the memories growing up together in the same neighborhood.
tina taylor-jarrells
February 22, 2009
mrs worthington darren i am so sorry for your loss i am larry taylors oldest daughter i took care of terry when he was at intensiva hospital at osu a few years back again i am very sorry for your loss tina taylor -jarrells
Steve and Julie Layne
February 22, 2009
Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family on the loss of a very special person and friend. Let us know if there is anything that we can do in your time of sorrow. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Jim and Linda Bushu (Mcclintick)
February 22, 2009
Linda & family
Sorry that I can't be there in peson but my heart goes out to all of you. When my sister Lois died, my Mother ,Martha said that no parent should ever have to bury a child. Thinking of all of you.
STANLEY ROSS
February 22, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda Cooper
February 22, 2009
To all the Worthington families,
We knew Terry Lee when he would go into Perk's and then I would see him downtown in his wheelchair being so upbeat. He was a true friend. His big thing was he wanted to be on the show Deal or No deal and we can say that he made his deal and is resting peacefully now. He was a good person and I'll miss not seeing him around.
Linda & Jim Cooper
Spfld, Oh
Carla (Elrod) Deel
February 22, 2009
Linda & Family,
Im sorry to hear about the loss of Terry , He was such a nice guy. I can remember all the good times we all had when we were younger living in the neighborhood. You have my deepest sympathy . love you!!
Carla (Elrod) Deel
February 22, 2009
Linda & Family,
Im sorry to hear about the loss of Terry , He was such a nice guy. I can remember all the good times we all had when we were younger living in the neighborhood. You have my deepest sympathy . love you!!
Russ & Nancy Kimball
February 22, 2009
Dear Linda & Family, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God grant you strength and peace.
Hugs,
Russ and Nancy (Mart's daughter)
Karen Davis (Kramer)
February 21, 2009
I went to junior high school with Terry. I remember him as always a nice and friendly guy. I'm sorry to see he has passed away at such an early age. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, and Terry.
Tim Cosby
February 21, 2009
I am very sorry to here of the loss of Terry. We were very good friends as kids. We played on the same baseball team VFW post 8673. I will always remember Him.
Cheryl Johnson
February 21, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss, Terry was a wonderful person with a smile for everyone.He will be sadly missed be so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kathy Payton
February 21, 2009
Kathy Payton
Suzanne LaFollette
February 21, 2009
Linda and Family,
My heart goes out to you and the family; I can only imagine the devastation you must be feeling.
Dad and me (my wedding day) 8-29-08
Dawn (Worthington) Gartin
February 21, 2009
Thank You to all of my family, friends and dads caregivers over the years for your continuous support
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