Robert Worthington

Robert M. Worthington June 6, 1927-January 12, 2015 Mr. Robert M.Worthington, 87, of La Porte, Indiana, died Monday January 12, 2015 at Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital. He was born June 6, 1927 in Olive Township, Indiana, the son of Clem Worthington and Ina Mae (Miller) Worthington. Robert worked in maintenance for Allis Chalmers for 35 years and later at Al's Supermarket for 25 years. He was a US Army veteran of WWII. He loved to do puzzles, woodwork, and collected die cast cars. Robert was an avid gardener and loved flowers. He loved helping others and was a very loving person to all his friends and family. On September 9, 1950, in La Porte, he married Regina (McCauley) Worthington who survives. He is also survived by his daughter, Barbara Jean (James) Whitlock of Phoenix, AZ; three sisters, Hazel Snyder of La Porte, IN, Dora Carper of La Porte, IN, Sandra Lott of La Porte, IN; two brothers, Ray Worthington of Weatherford, TX, Samuel Worthington of Mishawaka, IN; two grandchildren, Chris (Judy) Comeno, Patricia (Matt) Drangmeister; two great-grandchildren, Cierra Smith, and Jonathon Smith. Robert was preceded in death by his son, Robert Lawrence Worthington, daughter, Ruth Lee Worthington, two brothers, and two sisters. Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., La Porte, IN where the family will receive friends Thursday, January 15, 2015, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm & Friday, January 16, 2015, 10:00 am - until time of service. A life celebration will be held at Haverstock Funeral Home, Inc., Friday January 16, 2015 at 11:00 am with Rev. Randy Cook officiating. Military honors will be performed by the La Porte VFW and American Legion at Swan Lake Mausoleum. Entomement will follow at the Swan Lake Mausoleum, Michigan City, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Robert Worthington.. Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Robert M. Worthington please visit our Sympathy Store.