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Jesse Ray Worrell

1940 - 2016

Jesse Ray Worrell obituary, 1940-2016, Cortez, CO

BORN

1940

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Ertel Funeral Home

42 N Market St

Cortez, Colorado

Jesse Worrell Obituary

Jesse Ray Worrell, age 75 of Cortez, Colo. lost his battle to cancer on October 24, 2016. Jesse passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Jesse was born in Georgetown, Tex. on November 28, 1940 to Louis and Annie Worrell. He graduated from Ingram Texas High School where he excelled at track and basketball. Jesse served in the Air Force and later moved to Cortez in 1961.

Jesse worked as an auto mechanic and owned his own business, Worrell Auto Repair. He enjoyed hunting, camping and restoring vintage cars. Jesse's biggest joy in life was being surrounded by his family. Jesse is survived by his wife, Louanna Worrell; children, Cynthia Head and her husband, Charles, Sandra Montano, and Michael Worrell; grandchildren, Robin Worrell-Scott, Holly Montano-Hofmann, Clint Montano, Garrett Montano, Sabra Montano, Austin Stewart, Jessica Worrell and Mikenzie Worrell; great-grandchildren, Kadence Buffington, Peyton Buffington, Lainey Scott, Jocelyn Hofman, Reigan Hofmann, and Preston Akin. Jesse was preceded in death by his father, Louis Worrell; mother, Annie Dean; brother, Ronny Worrell; sister, Wanda Wartenbach.

There will be a celebration of Jesse's life at the American Legion, 320 N. Harrison, Cortez, Colo. 81321 on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 1:00 pm. Pastries and Refreshments will be severed. For more information contact Louanna Worrell at 970-565-8262.

Arrangements are being made through Ertel Funeral Home. To send condolences or to view the full obituary, log on to www.ertelfuneralhome.com and click on the obituary section.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Journal on Oct. 26, 2016.

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Steve and Celia Boyd

November 5, 2016

So many things Jesse helped us out. We will miss him.

Rick Torres

November 4, 2016

So sorry for your loss.

Short Cake ( Sandra ) Worrell

November 3, 2016

Daddy, you were such a great human being ,words are not near enough to express what a wonderful Man you were. No one can replace your Love , Wisdom and Guidance. Your memory shall stay with me till the end . Daddy I am so missing you ..

Christie Williams

October 30, 2016

I am sorry for your loss, Louanna. I'm sending you and your family good thoughts and prayers.

devin martin

October 30, 2016

rip old hot rodder friend. i'll miss your visits. my best to the family/

Rick Collin

October 29, 2016

Dear Lord this is a wonderfully kind man that has come to you. His soul is yours. His heart, his memory remain with us. Such a great honor to know you Jesse and thank you for letting me share a final moment with you. I know you have taken on a new mission in Gods palace and you will be waiting for us with open arms and a smile. God bless you Sir, I know you now Rest In Peace.

Marilyn Lee

October 29, 2016

Dear Louanna, My condolences and sending blessings of comfort, peace and love to you and your family. Marilyn

Gerry Cunnius

October 27, 2016

My deepest and sincerest condolences. You and your family are in my heart and mind.

Terra White

October 27, 2016

So very sorry for your loss. Fond memories of Uncle Jesse. Terra White Donnie Davis

Jay & Hope Stroud

October 27, 2016

Dear Mike & Family - we are so very sorry for your loss. Jesse was always such a very kind man! We hope your family & friends bring you comfort. Sincerely, The Stroud Family

steve boyd

October 27, 2016

jesse was one of the good guys loved trading car parts with him he will be greatly missed

Sondra Cordova

October 27, 2016

Our prayers to the family. We have lost a great man and God has received a great man. Peace be with all of you in your time of grieving. Regards and love Benny and Sondra Cordova

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for Jesse Worrell

Nov

5

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

American Legion

320 N. Harrison, Cortez, CO 81321-3213

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Ertel Funeral Home

42 N Market St, Cortez, CO 81321

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