Irene Mildred Worden passed away March 17, 2017 at her residence in Peru, IN surrounded by family. Irene was born on April 9, 1939 to James Robert and Esperanza Burns. She married Jack Worden on July 1, 1960 who preceded her in death on January 7, 2006.
She was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church of Peru.
Irene and Jack were married 45 years. She is survived by their three children. Rick Worden and wife Betsy of Galveston, Kenneth Worden and wife Jody of Peru, and Teresa McKinney of Peru. She was loved by seven grandchildren, Lynnelee (Worden) Roberts (Ronald), Kelly (Worden) Behny (Brandon), Derrick Worden, Kayla Worden, Katie (Worden) Hobson (Josh), Dakota Mitchell, Devin Mitchell, seven great-grandchildren, and one sister Corrine Medina of El Paso, TX.
Irene was an avid reader, homemaker, enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley and crocheting.
The family would like to thank the Great Lakes Caring Hospice for their loving care during her final days.
Calling hours will be 11:00 am to 1:00 pm with the service following on Monday, March 20, 2017, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 181 W Main St. Peru, IN. Services will be officiated by Pastor Kenneth Greenwald. Burial will take place at Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Cass County, Indiana.
The family asks that any donations be made to Great Lakes Caring Hospice. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.flowersleedyallen.com. Arrangements entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home.