Max Worden
July 15, 2016
Max Eldon Worden, 82, of Pleasant Hill passed away July 15, 2016. Services will be held at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 10:00 am with visitation on Wednesday, July 20, from 6 to 8 pm. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Pleasant Hill.
Max was born July 28, 1933 in Decatur County to Harvey and Belva (Harris) Worden. He was a graduate of Leon High School, Class of 1952. On September 24, 1971 Max married Beverly Steenhoek from Prairie City at the First Reformed Church.
Max enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, along with working in the garden. He loved listening to classic country music and especially enjoyed watching the fiddler’s contest at the Iowa State Fair
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Max is survived by his wife of 44 years, Beverly; daughter, Brenda (Bill) Jackson of Waukee; son, Michael (Tisha) Worden of Pleasant Hill; sisters, Phyllis Barry and Pam Worden both of Urbandale; sister-in-law, Kay Worden of Indianola; grandchildren, Sydney and Tanner Jackson, and Hannah and Jacob Worden.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Joe Worden; infant sister, Judy; and brother-in-law, Bob Barry.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to JDRF 3580 EP True Parkway West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 or Hospice of Central Iowa Foundation, 2910 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266. Online condolences may be made at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
Renee & Tim Van Ginkel
07/21/2016
Mike, Brenda & Families...Please know we are thinking of you at this sad time. We have vivid memories of your Dad Mike and always will remember those good times. In sympathy, Renee, Tim, John, Joe & families.
Jim and Sandy Stalker
07/20/2016
Mike, we're so sorry for the loss of your dad, Max.Sadly, we didn't get to know him very well, but we could tell from our conversations with him that he was a loving and caring man. Stay close to your mom and Tisha thru your grieving process. Remember, you will always have your memories to keep you close to him.
Mark & Crystal Boothe
07/20/2016
Sorry for your loss.
Karen Steenhoek
07/19/2016
Sis,
As we share the loss of our loved one, we are thankful for the dedication and love you both have shown in your marriage and family. For we know that With God all things are possible. May the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. Psalms 23:4 Even when walking through the dark valley of death I will not be afraid for you are close beside me, guarding, guiding all the way.
Arlys Wagner
07/18/2016
Beverly and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sorry I didn't get to meet Max at the class reunion. Blessing to you and the family.