Ronald Wayne Worthen's Obituary
Ronald Wayne Worthen, 80, passed away on April 13, 2025, due to injuries following a tragic accident in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born on September 11, 1944, in Cedar City, Utah to Wayne Fawcett Worthen and Helen Cosslett (Ketchum). Ron attended Cedar and East high schools and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps following graduation from Cedar High in May of 1962. He married Nancy Burgess on May 7, 1965, and had three children (Forrest, David, Rebekah), later divorcing. Ron married Carla Jean Crowther on April 8, 1972, and their union bore daughter, Rhonna, and son, Neal, and they raised Carla’s daughter, Tiffany.
Ron worked many jobs to support his family, but his primary career was selling heavy machinery throughout southern Utah. He retired in 2009 and spent the next decade living in Saratoga Springs, Utah. He was a devoted husband, proud father and grandfather, and patriotic veteran. His outlook on life was fueled by a unique sense of humor, deep pain, and loving nature. This combination supported his dedication to achieving his goals and persevering despite obstacles that seemed impossible to overcome. He leaves a legacy of love, strength, laughter, and patriotism.
Ron is survived by daughter, Rhonna Worthen (Scott Driffill), and grandson, Dayton; step-daughter, Tiffany Vandeman, and grandchildren, Tellena Randall (Jason; great-grandchildren, Adynn, Easton, Hollis) and Ryonn Vincent-Baird. He is also survived by sons, Forrest Worthen (Vanessa) and David Worthen (Jennifer), and daughter, Rebekah Morin (Sheldon) and their families. Ron is survived by sisters, Kathryn Stringham (Dan) and Susan Bussio (Kirt), and brother, Donald Worthen, and their families.
Ron is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert Thompson and Raymond Ketchum; son, Neal; and wife, Carla.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Vietnam Veterans of America, Purple Heart Foundation, or Wounded Warriors Family Support in his name to ensure his memory is never forgotten. Semper Fi!
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