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1916 - 2011
 Mrs. Beatrice Anna Worden, 94, of Greenville, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2011 at Fountain View Assisted Living in Lowell. She was born November 5, 1916, the daughter of Englehart and Marie (Jensen) Johnson. On October 23, 1937, she married Paul W. Worden at her family farm, where she lived nearly her entire life. Bea was involved in the community in many ways, including as a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, the Danish Sisterhood, and the North Fairplain Ladies Aid. She loved cooking, and for many years worked as a cook for Greenville Public Schools. In retirement, Paul and Bea spent 17 winters in south Texas, where they made many new friends. Paul, her beloved husband of almost 72 years, preceded her in death on October 15, 2009. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Christensen, and her husband Lavern; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robert and Beatrice Worden, Helen and Howard McGowan, Frank Wilson, and Leo Block. She is survived by her children, Karene and Ronald Cooper of Sheridan, Connie and Gary Howes of Grand Rapids, and Thomas and Barbara Worden of Greenville; grandchildren, Shelly and Jerry Reynolds, Tom Swindell, Amy and Dan Taft, Micah and Stacy Swindell, Kim and Terry Simmons, Will Howes, and Ryan and Kelly Worden; two step-grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sister, Sheila Block of Lowell; sister-in-law, Phebe Wilson of Sheridan; and many nieces and nephews. Bea's family would like to especially thank the staff at Fountain View for the kind and compassionate care she received. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, October 3, 2011 at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville, with Rev. Betsy Kamphuis of St. Paul Lutheran Church officiating. Private interment will be in South Sidney Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church or the Danish Sisterhood. |
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There are currently 5 condolences.
Barb and Dennis Petersen
Monday October 3, 2011 at
9:19 AM
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So sorry to hear of your family's loss. Seeing the nice picture in the paper, we can certainly see the family resemblances! I'm sure you have great memories to hold on to.
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Sally Ryan
Monday October 3, 2011 at
9:17 AM
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I am so very sorry about the passing of "Grandma". She was a great lady and will be missed. Thinking and praying for all of you...
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Carol Mount Sorensen
Sunday October 2, 2011 at
6:39 PM
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The Worden family,
The first thing I thought of when I read of your mom's death was about all the fun Gene and I had walking across the 'back forty' from our farm to your farm and riding the pony. Can you even count how many years ago that was? Please accept my sincere sympathy on the death of your dear mom. I know you have many great memories too and they will help heal the pain you are feeling now.
Sincerely,
Carol
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Linda (Tanner) Strodtman
Sunday October 2, 2011 at
7:40 AM
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Connie and Gary and family,
Sorry to hear of your mother's death but she had a long and fruitful life. May you be comforted by your wonderful memories of life together.
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Michael and Nancy Schreiner
Friday September 30, 2011 at
4:41 PM
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Connie and Tom, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
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