LCDR (USN Ret) James “Jimmy” Robert Worthy, age 60, resident of Valley, Alabama, passed away at his home on Friday, April 15, 2022. Graveside services with military honors is scheduled at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery on Friday, April 22, 2022, 1:30 p.m. (EST) according to Vance Brooks Funeral Home, Phenix City, Alabama. Officiating the serviceContinue Reading
LCDR (USN Ret) James “Jimmy” Robert Worthy, age 60, resident of Valley, Alabama, passed away at his home on Friday, April 15, 2022. Graveside services with military honors is scheduled at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery on Friday, April 22, 2022, 1:30 p.m. (EST) according to Vance Brooks Funeral Home, Phenix City, Alabama. Officiating the service will be Reverend Boyd Cochran.
Jimmy, son of the late Zema Floyd Worthy and Frances Ladelle East Worthy, was born September 25,1961 in Columbus, Georgia. He graduated in 1979 from Central High School and later received a bachelor’s degree from Auburn University. Jimmy served his country honorably as a submariner in the United States Navy and retired in 2004. During his distinguished military career, he received numerous awards to include the Joint Service Commendation Medal; five Navy/Marine Corp Commendation Medals; two Navy/Marine Corp Achievement Medals; and Navy Expert Pistol Shot Medal. Jimmy loved the Lord, his country, and his family. He enjoyed grilling out and riding on Lake Harding in his pontoon boat. Jimmy also loved to play his guitar and sing at family gatherings and parties at his home on the backwaters. He was an avid Auburn fan; loved to research material – “always wanting more knowledge,” and enjoyed watching videos on YouTube. The family remembers him as a loving, kind, and generous man who loved everyone, he was the ultimate protector for his family.
Jimmy is survived by his wife of 34 years, Laura Baxley Worthy; one daughter, Megan Melissa Worthy and her boyfriend Alan of Huntsville, Alabama; one son, James Matthew Worthy of Opelika, Alabama; brother-in-law, Van L. Baxley and his wife Sherry; seven brothers and sisters, Thomas Worthy and his wife Donna of Smiths Station, Alabama, Vicki Worthy of Phenix City; Patsy Baker and her husband Kenny of Dublin, Georgia, Carol Wilhelm and her husband LaVerle of San Diego, California, Timothy Worthy of Alexander City, Alabama, Kimberly Worthy of Gulf Shores, Alabama, and Danny Worthy and his wife Lisa of Phenix City; numerous nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends throughout the country.
Jeff Hoover
left a message on April 29, 2022:
Laura and family,I am so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.Love, Jeff Hoover and family
Victoria
left a message on April 22, 2022:
May God's grace cover you. May his strength protect you. May his love infuse you. You're in my heart and prayers as you navigate waters no one can fathom. If love heals. I pray you know and feel all that is sent in your direction.
Cynthia & Jeffrey Stambaugh
left a message on April 22, 2022:
I love you Jimmy❣️❣️❣️
Carla Hill
left a message on April 22, 2022:
Donna and family,
Teeha and I cannot be with you today but our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you. We can never forget Jimmy’s beautiful smile and those beautiful dimples and blue eyes! Forever in our hearts. Deepest sympathy and love.
Carla Free Hill andTeena Free Royalty!
Patricia Walters
left a message on April 21, 2022:
I served with Jim in Bessemer. He was so kind to me. My heart felt condolences to you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Drake Whorton
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Sending prayers for all of his family and friends. I had the honor of serving with Mr. Worthy and remember him as being a kind person.
Cecil Massey
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Ma'am you have my deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss. I am proud of the man that you lost. I send prayers for you and your family. I know God sends Angles when we need them I know that they are there with you all.
Georgie Stambaugh
left a message on April 20, 2022:
We are on the way uncle Jimmy. We are all coming to be with Laura and Megan and will hug them tighter for you. Love you always ….
Carolyn Clayborn
left a message on April 20, 2022:
In memory of James Robert Worthy, Carolyn Clayborn lit a candle
Peter Sharp
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Jim was not only a coworker at the CCEP on Fort Benning he was also a friend his warm smile and friendly attitude will be missed.
Adam Warren
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Mr. Jim, you were a pleasure to work with sir. Us here at the CCEP are gonna miss you. To the family, I am sorry for y'all's loss.
Earl & Diane Palmer
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Jimmy was such a great guy and will be missed dearly. Prayers go out to you all. Love you guys so very much!
Stacey Kent
left a message on April 20, 2022:
In memory of James Robert Worthy, Stacey Kent lit a candle
James Victor Moore
left a message on April 20, 2022:
So sorry to hear of your loss. I grew up with all the Worthy's in our neighborhood.
Sending a prayer for all.
Mikki & Janie Stanley
left a message on April 20, 2022:
In memory of James Robert Worthy, Mikki & Janie Stanley lit a candle
Tammy and Troy Carty
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Laura and Meghan, We am so sorry you are going through this. Cling to your faith and the good memories. They will bring comfort in trying times ahead.Iwe love you all.
Marcus McCance
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Laura, you have my deepest sympathies for the passing of Jim. He was nothing short of an inspiring leader while I served with him. In our countless discussions one could see that he was a loving husband and father. While our time together in the Navy was short, as they always were, I will never forget Jim's dedication to serve his country and most of all his friendship to his shipmates. Too many good stories to tell in the short space provided here. There will always be a place in my heart for Jim........he was one of the good guys.
Rick and Nancy Rybak
left a message on April 20, 2022:
The Worthy family will always have a special place in our hearts. We remember all the great times we had at Mare Island—the guys singing all hours of the night in Jimmy’s garage, the block parties, cookouts in the back yard, and on and on. Jimmy was kind, funny, generous, and a loving husband and father. Our prayers go out to Laura, Matt and Megan. Laura, we are only a phone call away.
Don Baird
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Prayers from my mouth to the ear of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May He give the Worthy and Baxley families Comfort in this dark hour.
Donna Sneed
left a message on April 20, 2022:
I am very sorry to hear of LCDR Worthy’s passing. He was a true gentleman and it was an honor to serve in the Navy Reserves with him during my time in Bessemer.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Linda Buice Ward
left a message on April 19, 2022:
To all of the Worthy family. I am so very sorry for your tragic loss. I didn’t know Jimmy as an adult, but I sure remember him well as a beautiful, precious little fellow. Sending prayers and hugs.
Kassidy Warren
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Dear Laura,
I know it has been a very long time since we talked or even saw each other. It’s been so long you may not even remember me, but I had the privilege to know you and Jim through Eden Westside. You and Jim both, were always very kind to me and I loved how funny y’all were and a joy to be around. So it hurt my heart and shocked me to know of Jim’s passing. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I know there are no words to bring any amount of comfort I wish You could have but as I lift your name up to God in my prayers, may you feel His strength to get you through through this heart-wrenching time. I’m praying for you and your loved ones. 💙
With much love and support,
Kassidy Warren
Becky Cline Summerlin
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Laura I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Phyllis Cochran
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Love and prayers to the Worthy family.
Sue Harris Towhey
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Dear cousins, our prayers and love we send to you in hopes your sadness will be comforted.
Tracy and Mark Pimpo
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. We have so many wonderful memories of our time stationed w you all in Kings Bay. We love your family, and we are praying for you all.
Daphne Cochran Reardon
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Dear Laura and family, I am so sorry for the passing of Jimmy. We are praying for your family.
Robin Barrow Benfield
left a message on April 19, 2022:
In memory of James Robert Worthy, Robin Barrow Benfield lit a candle
Dennis Doherty
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Prayers lifted for the Worthy family and friends. Jimmy was a good friend and a good man. I’m so glad I was able to see him shortly after he came back home. I love you brother.
Dennis Doherty
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Fair Winds and Following Seas brother until we meet again.
Laurie Franklin
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Laura, I am so sorry for your loss🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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Jeff Hoover
left a message on April 29, 2022:
Laura and family,I am so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.Love, Jeff Hoover and family
Victoria
left a message on April 22, 2022:
May God's grace cover you. May his strength protect you. May his love infuse you. You're in my heart and prayers as you navigate waters no one can fathom. If love heals. I pray you know and feel all that is sent in your direction.
Cynthia & Jeffrey Stambaugh
left a message on April 22, 2022:
I love you Jimmy❣️❣️❣️
Carla Hill
left a message on April 22, 2022:
Donna and family,
Teeha and I cannot be with you today but our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you. We can never forget Jimmy’s beautiful smile and those beautiful dimples and blue eyes! Forever in our hearts. Deepest sympathy and love.
Carla Free Hill andTeena Free Royalty!
Patricia Walters
left a message on April 21, 2022:
I served with Jim in Bessemer. He was so kind to me. My heart felt condolences to you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Drake Whorton
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Sending prayers for all of his family and friends. I had the honor of serving with Mr. Worthy and remember him as being a kind person.
Cecil Massey
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Ma'am you have my deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss. I am proud of the man that you lost. I send prayers for you and your family. I know God sends Angles when we need them I know that they are there with you all.
Georgie Stambaugh
left a message on April 20, 2022:
We are on the way uncle Jimmy. We are all coming to be with Laura and Megan and will hug them tighter for you. Love you always ….
Carolyn Clayborn
left a message on April 20, 2022:
In memory of James Robert Worthy, Carolyn Clayborn lit a candle
Peter Sharp
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Jim was not only a coworker at the CCEP on Fort Benning he was also a friend his warm smile and friendly attitude will be missed.
Adam Warren
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Mr. Jim, you were a pleasure to work with sir. Us here at the CCEP are gonna miss you. To the family, I am sorry for y'all's loss.
Earl & Diane Palmer
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Jimmy was such a great guy and will be missed dearly. Prayers go out to you all. Love you guys so very much!
Stacey Kent
left a message on April 20, 2022:
In memory of James Robert Worthy, Stacey Kent lit a candle
James Victor Moore
left a message on April 20, 2022:
So sorry to hear of your loss. I grew up with all the Worthy's in our neighborhood.
Sending a prayer for all.
Mikki & Janie Stanley
left a message on April 20, 2022:
In memory of James Robert Worthy, Mikki & Janie Stanley lit a candle
Tammy and Troy Carty
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Laura and Meghan, We am so sorry you are going through this. Cling to your faith and the good memories. They will bring comfort in trying times ahead.Iwe love you all.
Marcus McCance
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Laura, you have my deepest sympathies for the passing of Jim. He was nothing short of an inspiring leader while I served with him. In our countless discussions one could see that he was a loving husband and father. While our time together in the Navy was short, as they always were, I will never forget Jim's dedication to serve his country and most of all his friendship to his shipmates. Too many good stories to tell in the short space provided here. There will always be a place in my heart for Jim........he was one of the good guys.
Rick and Nancy Rybak
left a message on April 20, 2022:
The Worthy family will always have a special place in our hearts. We remember all the great times we had at Mare Island—the guys singing all hours of the night in Jimmy’s garage, the block parties, cookouts in the back yard, and on and on. Jimmy was kind, funny, generous, and a loving husband and father. Our prayers go out to Laura, Matt and Megan. Laura, we are only a phone call away.
Don Baird
left a message on April 20, 2022:
Prayers from my mouth to the ear of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May He give the Worthy and Baxley families Comfort in this dark hour.
Donna Sneed
left a message on April 20, 2022:
I am very sorry to hear of LCDR Worthy’s passing. He was a true gentleman and it was an honor to serve in the Navy Reserves with him during my time in Bessemer.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Linda Buice Ward
left a message on April 19, 2022:
To all of the Worthy family. I am so very sorry for your tragic loss. I didn’t know Jimmy as an adult, but I sure remember him well as a beautiful, precious little fellow. Sending prayers and hugs.
Kassidy Warren
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Dear Laura,
I know it has been a very long time since we talked or even saw each other. It’s been so long you may not even remember me, but I had the privilege to know you and Jim through Eden Westside. You and Jim both, were always very kind to me and I loved how funny y’all were and a joy to be around. So it hurt my heart and shocked me to know of Jim’s passing. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I know there are no words to bring any amount of comfort I wish You could have but as I lift your name up to God in my prayers, may you feel His strength to get you through through this heart-wrenching time. I’m praying for you and your loved ones. 💙
With much love and support,
Kassidy Warren
Becky Cline Summerlin
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Laura I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Phyllis Cochran
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Love and prayers to the Worthy family.
Sue Harris Towhey
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Dear cousins, our prayers and love we send to you in hopes your sadness will be comforted.
Tracy and Mark Pimpo
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. We have so many wonderful memories of our time stationed w you all in Kings Bay. We love your family, and we are praying for you all.
Daphne Cochran Reardon
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Dear Laura and family, I am so sorry for the passing of Jimmy. We are praying for your family.
Robin Barrow Benfield
left a message on April 19, 2022:
In memory of James Robert Worthy, Robin Barrow Benfield lit a candle
Dennis Doherty
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Prayers lifted for the Worthy family and friends. Jimmy was a good friend and a good man. I’m so glad I was able to see him shortly after he came back home. I love you brother.
Dennis Doherty
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Fair Winds and Following Seas brother until we meet again.
Laurie Franklin
left a message on April 19, 2022:
Laura, I am so sorry for your loss🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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