Obituary of Lee W. Worden

Lee W. Worden Lee W. Worden, age 81, of Guilford, is now safe in the arms of our Lord. Lee passed away unexpectedly on January 9, 2015. Lee was born on October 29, 1933, in Franklin, New York to Hubert M. and Avis Gillete Worden. Lee enjoyed watching NASCAR racing and football. He was fascinated by trains of all kinds, from steam locomotives to modern day models. Lee delighted in bird watching, which was evident by the bird feeders he faithfully filled every day. Above all, Lee loved his family; cherishing time with his 6 children, 13 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and extended family. Family camping vacations give us all fond memories and many fun stories we continue to share. Laughter was always a part of Worden gatherings. Lee's legacy of hard work, honor, and humor is instilled in his children and grandchildren. A member of the First Baptist Church of Sidney, Lee strongly believed in his faith. He enjoyed attending the weekly men's breakfast group at church. All who knew Lee will remember his warm smile and his kind heart. Lee's career was driving tractor trailer, primarily in the milk industry, for almost 40 years. He worked for Charles Husted in Mt. Upton. Prior to Husted's, Lee was employed by Una-lam in Sidney, New York. He also served as a volunteer firefighter for the Guilford Fire Department for many years. During his retirement years, Lee and Shirley traveled with their daughter, Debra and her husband, Wayne. One of Lee's favorite areas to visit was the Amish country in Pennsylvania. Lee was predeceased by: his parents, Hubert and Avis Worden; his sisters, Susan Worden, Frances Hall and Jane Hoffman; his brothers Cecil, Roland, and Richard Worden; and his two sons-in-law, Paul Georgia and Brent Armitage. Surviving Lee is his beloved wife of 62 years, Shirley; his children: Denise Georgia of Georgetown, Debra and Wayne McHenry of Unadilla, Fred and Lori Worden of South New Berlin, David Worden of Bainbridge, Jonathon and Melinda Worden of Guilford, and Brenda Armitage of Dryden. Lee was also blessed by his grandchildren: Jennifer Winn, Elizabeth Ramsay, Eric McHenry and Scott McHenry, Amariah Worden, Jamie Grant, Ashley Dudden, Melissa Fuller, Justin, Jonathon and Jeffrey Worden, Christopher and Courtney Armitage. Nine great grandchildren also survive: Allison and Danielle Winn, Lily McHenry, Kyle and Addison Brockway, Emma Grant, Aiden Fuller, Raelynn and Brentlee Worden; as well as two brothers, Paul and Wayne Worden, both of Franklin. We were greatly blessed by his love, and he will always be remembered as a loving, caring soul. Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours at the First Baptist Church, 28 River Street in Sidney, on Thursday, January 15, 2015, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The funeral will immediately follow at 1:00 pm, officiated by Pastor Kenneth Southworth. Committal will be held at the family's discretion at a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to the Guilford Fire Department or the Guilford Emergency Squad. Our family would like to extend our gratitude to the Guilford Emergency Squad for their prompt, loving care of Lee. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landersfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney.