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James P. Worley "Jim"
Jim Worley of Bethesda, Maryland, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on September 23, 2023.
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved Jim (Daddy, Poppy). He is survived by his wife of 53 years and love of his life Colette Worley; his brother Jay Greene; his daughters Erin Claxton, Jennifer Soenens, and Heather Worley; sons-in-law AC, Jacques, and Shaun; 10 grandchildren Madeleine, James, Olivia, Camille; Colette, Charlie, Maeve; Scarlet, Loie, Jennifer, and one great-grandchild Leo. Jim's love of life and focus on family will live on in all of us.
A lifelong Washington sports fan, Jim's teams were DeMatha, the Redskins, the Orioles, and the Nationals. He was an animal lover, particularly Golden Retrievers (Jeb, Cooper, Patton). Jim played basketball and football and won the Washington DC Catholic League football championship in 1967, then went on to Rutgers University where he earned a degree in Sociology, and later his MBA from American University. Jim was an adventurer, driving around North America for a year with his new bride in 1970; hiking across the Grand Canyon with his teenage daughters in the early 1990s; and celebrating his 50th birthday hiking off-trail in Alaska.
Jim's funeral will take place at Pumphrey Funeral Home in Bethesda, Maryland, on Sunday, October 1 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer's Foundation or the DeMatha CHS Scholarship Fund.
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Bernie Rhodes
October 1, 2023
Jimmy Worley went to St. Michaels in Silver Spring. My brother Jim Pat was in his class. I was a year ahead of them and went to DeMatha. Our Coach Morgan Wooton also went to St.Michaels. After JV practice I asked Jimmy if he wanted to hitch hike home to Silver Spring with me. He said he had a ride with "MORGAN."
Bernie Rhodes
October 1, 2023
Jimmy Worley went to St. Michaels in Silver Spring. My brother Jim Pat was in his class. I was a year ahead of them and went to DeMatha. Our Coach Morgan Wooton also went to St.Michaels. After JV practice I asked Jimmy if he wanted to hitch hike home to Silver Spring with me. He said he had a ride with "MORGAN."
Bernie Rhodes
October 1, 2023
Jimmy Worley went to St. Michaels in Silver Spring. My brother Jim Pat was in his class. I was a year ahead of them and went to DeMatha. Our Coach Morgan Wooton also went to St.Michaels. After JV practice I asked Jimmy if he wanted to hitch hike home to Silver Spring with me. He said he had a ride with "MORGAN."
John & Linda Zanelotti
September 26, 2023
Colette, Jennifer, Erin. Heather
Losing Jimmy is a profound and heart-wrenching experience. The void left behind by his absence must feel like an endless abyss of sorrow. My memories and shared laughter of Jimmy when asked, "how did you do on that hole and he always responded, I parred it." These cherished moments create a bittersweet ache in my heart. The world suddenly seems a little dimmer, as Jimmy's unique light has been extinguished. Despite the pain, the love and impact of a beloved friend endures, reminding me of the beautiful connection we will always have. Safe journey's my friend, check in on us every once in awhile and we'll see each other again. "Ar dheis De go raibh a anam."
John & Linda Z
Geoff Montgomery
September 26, 2023
Colette,
My condolences to you and your family. I wish you peace and comfort in the days ahead
Geoff
Bill Humbert
September 26, 2023
Colette, I am so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was an amazing classmate who was always willing to listen, usually with that smile on his face. Linda and I enjoyed our breakfast with you and Jim after our 50th reunion. You know that Jim continues to support you and your children from Heaven.
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Robert A. Pumphrey Funeral Homes Inc. - Bethesda-Chevy Chase7557 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814
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