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Jeffery Charles Wortham

Jeffery Charles Wortham

February 8, 1961 - February 24, 2021

Jeffery Charles Wortham passed away peacefully in Denison, Texas on February 24, 2021 at the age of 60. Jeff was born February 8, 1961 in Sherman, Texas to Charles Wortham and Ann Brown Wortham.

Jeff was an “old soul”, who respected the older generation for their experience and wisdom. His long career in agriculture fertilizer sales connected him with a generation of old-fashioned famers. He valued the old ways and was eager to learn from them and perpetuate their methods. Later, he became a custom hay baler who took great pride and meticulous care of his customers.

He was a man who kept his own company well. Jeff found strength and structure from being on his own place among his many cats. But he was also willing to help out people who had a genuine need, such as killing snakes in the chicken house!

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ann Wortham and Miss B his favorite cat.

He is survived by his brother, Gary Wortham and wife Kim of Bells, Texas; nephew, Gary Lynn Wortham and wife Claire and their children Gavin and Annie of Whitewright, Texas; nieces, Mandee Wilkinson and husband Daniel and their children Haylee and Kaydee of Keller,Texas,  Mindee Mata and husband Rafe and their children, Andon, Isabella, Alyee, and R.J. of Rusk, Texas; nephew, Josh Nunley and wife Leslie and their children, Joslyn and Lexi of Beaumont, Texas

Jeff chose to have no services.

Thanks to Laurie with Med Data at TMC for all of her hard work to expediate paperwork for financial assistance. Special thanks to Jeff and Edwina Miller, for being “good neighbors”.

In lieu of flower donations can be made to American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org

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  1. Vernon A Richardson
    Vernon A Richardson on February 26, 2021 at 8:55 AM

    Prayers for Jeff and his family during this tragic time. Jeff and I talked once about us being born a generation late… so old soul is a fitting tribute.

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  2. Stephen Braswell
    Stephen Braswell on February 26, 2021 at 9:03 AM

    Diane and Gary, I am shocked and so sorry for your loss. Our family will keep you and your families in our thoughts during these trying times.

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    • Don Daniels
      Don Daniels on February 26, 2021 at 9:00 PM

      Gary and Diane and the other relatives and friends , I offer my condolences to you all during this time.
      I pray God will strengthen and comfort you as he promised in his word , To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord !

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  3. Tammy Norris Terry
    Tammy Norris Terry on February 26, 2021 at 11:03 AM

    Diane and Gary ,I’m so sorry about the loss of Jeff..I remember him always being so sweet and helpful. Praying for you all

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  4. Reggie Rice
    Reggie Rice on February 26, 2021 at 6:27 PM

    Sorry for your loss, prayers for the family of Jeff!

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  5. joanna savage
    joanna savage on February 27, 2021 at 10:25 AM

    I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one! I will pray for your family.

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  6. Kyle Rogers
    Kyle Rogers on February 27, 2021 at 12:24 PM

    Sorry to hear about Jeff. Prayers for all of you.

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  7. stanley E. smith
    stanley E. smith on February 28, 2021 at 7:10 AM

    Gary and Diane,

    May God’s promise sustain and keep your heart during this time and times to come. Teresa and I extend to you our most heartfelt condolences. Jeff was always a true man. Your family remains in our prayers.

    Stan & Teresa Smith

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  8. Mike and Janiece Lankford
    Mike and Janiece Lankford on February 28, 2021 at 4:46 PM

    Gary and Diane… our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time!

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  9. Bro. Phillip Smith
    Bro. Phillip Smith on February 28, 2021 at 7:03 PM

    GARY, I always remember Jeff’s heart while we were growing up. He was a great friend and I’m sure you will miss him greatly. Janet and I send our love and prayers!

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  10. Leslie and Ginger Bassham
    Leslie and Ginger Bassham on February 28, 2021 at 9:44 PM

    Diane- Gary- Mandee-Mindee- Gary Lynn and family: We are very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

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  11. Mozelle & Lewis Barr
    Mozelle & Lewis Barr on March 1, 2021 at 6:03 PM

    I am so sorry to read about Jeff. I remember how excited I was over him being born…but then I left and didn’t get to enjoy seeing him grown up. Hugs to all the family. God Bless
    Mozelle

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  12. Kellie Galloway Adlof
    Kellie Galloway Adlof on March 1, 2021 at 8:26 PM

    Gary, Kim and to all Jeff’s family. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a good soul and will be missed dearly. Thoughts and prayers with all of you. Praying for peace and comfort.

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  13. Bill Faison
    Bill Faison on March 7, 2021 at 6:34 PM

    Gary and Diane
    I am so sorry for your loss.

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