Roy Worthington

Roy Charles Worthington, age 60, passed away Monday, August 1, 2022 at his home in Des Moines.

Roy was born July 24, 1962 in Knoxville, Iowa to Teddy and Sharon Worthington. He spent the majority of his life in the Des Moines area. He attended Lincoln High School. Roy was a hard-working man, and dedicated over 20 years as a tire builder to Bridgestone/Firestone. Roy had a great sense of humor and he loved his family. In his free time, he enjoyed mushroom hunting, gardening, and fishing. Roy loved animals and enjoyed cars and motorcycles. His greatest joy was spending time with his son and his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Tina Martinez Worthington; his son, Jacob Worthington; step-children, Samantha Holloway (Robin Brooks) and Ryan Holloway; grandchildren, Robin Brooks III, Jayla Worthington, Jacob Worthington, Jr., Jaeli Worthington, and Ariella Brooks; his mother, Sharon Lee Craig Worthington; brothers, Ted Worthington (Elane), William Worthington, and Robert Worthington (Sherry); and many beloved nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Roy was preceded in death by his father, Ted Robert Worthington.

Services will be held Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. Cremation will follow the service. Burial of the urn will take place at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 11, 2022 at Graceland Cemetery in Knoxville, Iowa.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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