Donald E. Worden
March 2, 1955 – March 21, 2018
In accordance with his wishes cremation will take place and he will be laid to rest at Ft. Custer National Cemetery on a date to be announced.
Obituary
Age 63 passed away on March 21, 2018. He was born in Kalamazoo on March 2, 1955, the son of the late Donald and Helen (Reinbold) Worden. After high school he enlisted in and served our country with honor in the U.S. Navy. He was a hard worker who loved to tinker and fix things. He especially loved working on and fixing computers, cars, lawn mowers and anything with an engine. Don also loved helping others. He presided over many weddings and ceremonies, always adding a touch of wisdom, joy and humor. Above all Don loved his family. He was a dedicated husband, father, uncle and grandfather who leaves behind many wonderful memories! On February 4, 1978, he married the love of his life Lou Ann Worden who survives. He is also survived by three loving daughters, Melissa (Eddie) Medina, Kimberly (Bruce) Merriam, Cassandra (Branden) Caverly; six grandchildren; three brothers, Mark, Phil and Tim Worden; several nieces and nephews.
Love and hugs for My Aunt Lou and cousins; Melissa, Kim, and Cassandra. I’m so sorry I couldn’t make it today and be there for you all. You and my Uncle Dewey are in my thoughts and prayers today. I’ll always remember that big goof ball and how he was always so happy to pick at us lovingly when he got a chance to see us. He was such a kind-hearted man. I am so thankful for him and that he married Skyler and I. Then the next year or so he gave me a call to tell me he was working on a video of our wedding. He was always so thoughtful. That was one of the best memories I have of him and will never forget it. I remember how he asked us if we were going to make him shave off his well-earned beard and mustache for our wedding. But of course I said no because I liked him just the way he was. Some of his words of advice to Skyler for our marriage was “Always agree with your wife. Say yes ma’am and move on.” It seems to work great for him. :-D. I will always remember my Uncle Dewey as a kind-hearted and goofy man. Thanks for the memories and may he rest in peace.
I wish you all to be lifted in His glory at this difficult time. God Bless you all?
So sorry for your lost.my prayers are with you. Dewey was like a big brother to me that I never had, we would talk sometimes seemed liked like hours.. I miss you cuz.youre always in my heart. He loved his family deeply and was dedicated to them.
Lou and girls. I’m here for you.
Very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Sorry for your loss!
Thank you for caring about me and being a spiritual part of my family. I shall miss our talks about history, and just listening to your stories. To his family, you are all in my thoughts during this time. My mom wants me to say that you are all in her prayers and that she is very sorry for your loss. Much Love to you all from us both.
Altho we didn’t know Don too long, we soon came to realize that he was one of the most caring, giving guy that we have known in a long time. Last January, Don married us on a day which he should have been home resting but noooo, not Don. When he made a commitment, he kept it. He made frequent calls after the wedding just to make sure all was well paying little regard to how he was feeling. That’s just the kind of guy he was. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family Tim and Theresa Allen
Don a wonderful friend will be missed very much.my hart hurt for you
Very sorry to hear about my cousin Dewey’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his immediate family, as well as our extended family.
My condolences to Dewey’s family….Lou, his children and his grandchildren and the ENTIRE extended family. Dewey will be missed. Gary (Skip) Munson…cousin.
My condolences to Dewey’s family….Lou, his children and his grandchildren and the ENTIRE extended family. Dewey will be missed. Gary (Skip) Munson…cousin.
Thank you for everything you have taught me Don. You took me under your wing when I was young and taught me about cars, computers and life. Rest in peace big guy.
Sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. Prayers and strength to your family.
To the Family of Donald E. Worden, So sorry to learn about the loss of your Dear Loved One, Donald. Please know that so many people share your grief with you to help you through this difficult time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest condolences as we await the time when Christ Jesus will awaken all those who have fallen asleep in death; including your Beloved, Donald. (John 11:41-44)
Lou Wishing you and your family peace, comfort and healing.
Lou and family, I am terribly sorry for your loss. My cousin Dewey was a great man and he will be missed by many. God bless you all with strength and peace in the times to come knowing how much good he did for the world in his life. Thank you for sharing him with us. Joi