GENE WORLEY
Gene Worley, 87, of Everton passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Wednesday morning, May 5, 2021 at his home.
One of three children of Justice and Mabel Ball Worley, Gene was born in Connersville on May 15, 1933 and attended Connersville High School. Gene served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict, receiving his honorable discharge in 1957, having attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. For 14 months, Gene was a flight engineer stationed at Bluie West One, Greenland.
On June 4, 1994, Gene married the former Robbie Friend in Central Christian Church, Connersville. Mrs. Worley survives.
Gene was employed for PSI and Duke Energy, retiring in 1995, after 37 years of service.
An aviation enthusiast, Gene held a pilot’s license and was a flight instructor for many years. He also served as President of the Connersville Board of Aviation Commissioners and was instrumental in the upgrading and improvement of Mettel Field. Additionally, Gene was a member of the American Legion and AMVETS. In his leisure time, he enjoyed woodworking, attending the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Pops concerts, and going to air shows.
Besides his wife of more than 26 years, Robbie Worley, survivors include three step-children, C. Daniel (Beverly) Friend, Dean R. (Jeannie) Friend, and Bette Jones (Mike Scher), all of Connersville; six step-grandchildren, Elizabeth (Duane) Downard of Franklin County, Sarah Lafary of Edinburg, Lt. Spencer Jones, USN of San Diego, Kalob (Molly) Friend of Orange, Cole Jones of Nashville, Indiana, and Autumn Friend of Orange; four step-great-grandchildren; one step-great-great-grandchild; three nephews, Terry (Anita) Worley of Tennessee, Gary Worley of Florida, and Billy Gene (Sharon) Edwards of Michigan; a niece, Linda Humble of Mishawak; special cousins, Connie Ray and Joy (Carol) Buckley; a brother-in-law, Stanley Short of Connersville; several great nieces and nephews.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Dean Worley; and a sister, Evelyn Edwards.
Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life for Gene from 2 until 4 p.m., on Saturday, May 15, 2021, at Mettel Field, 500 Airport Drive, Connersville, Indiana. Fayette County Veterans Council will conduct military honors at 2:30 p.m. Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the General Education Scholarship Fund of the Fayette County Foundation. Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.