Fred W. Kenworthy, Sr.

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Oct 10 1927
Dec 4 2014
87 Years
Formerly of Wagontown

Fred W. Kenworthy, Sr., 87, formerly of Wagontown, passed away on Thursday, December 4th, 2014 at the Freedom Village.  He was the widower of Katherine Ann Kenworthy who died in 2013 after they had shared 62 years of marriage.  

Born in Compass, Fred was the son of the late Marian (Watson) and Marvin Kenworthy.  He was a 1945 graduate of the Coatesville Area High School.  Fred served in the Marine Corps from 1945 to 1951.  

Fred was a member of the Wagontown Chapel where he served as a deacon.  
 
He worked as a carpenter for the Driscoll Construction Co. and was a member of the Carpenters Local Union.  Fred was a member of the Wagontown Fire Co. and a charter member of the Wagontown Swim Club.  

Fred was an avid gardener who volunteered his time and expertise to the King's Hwy School from the 70s up to 2013.  He helped refurbish the Science Park.  He worked and advised in the school's garden.  Fred helped build a shed with his grandson for an Eagle Scout Project at the school.  

He is survived by his seven children: Linda Jones, wife of David, of Parkesburg, Fred Kenworthy, husband of Patti, of Coatesville, Patti Smith, wife of Richard, of Coatesville, Bruce Kenworthy, husband of Andrea, of Berlin, Germany, Mark Kenworthy, husband of Dawn, of Paradise, Cathy Gomez, wife of Martin, of Coatesville and Steven Kenworthy of Glenmoore; 14 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; and siblings, Betty Harrison of Parkesburg, Everett Kenworthy of Compass and Larry Kenworthy of Gap.  He was predeceased by nine siblings.  

The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, December 9th at 11 AM at the Wagontown Union Chapel, 469 W Kings Hwy, Coatesville, PA 19320 followed by interment in the All Souls Cemetery.  The viewing will be from 10 until 11 AM.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wagontown Union Chapel or to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

Service Date: 
Dec 10 2014 - 10:59am

Condolences

Mr. Kenworthy was a wonderful friend. We spent many hours discussing Compass history. We send our heartfelt sympathy to all his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Fondly,

Larry and Chris McKee

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I extend my sympathy to the children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of Fred W. Kenworthy, Sr.   To me, Uncle "Ken" was an unforgettable person of character and strength....a man of few words...a hard worker...a proud father...and the other half of the Kitty/Ken "combo".   I have many special memories of this unique man and know he'll be missed and not forgotten.  

Niece Jeanne in California 

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I'm so sorry for your family's loss. I hope you find comfort in God's promise to swallow up death forever & to wipe the tears from all faces. You have my condolences.

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