Jerry Lynn Woodworth, age 71, of Orland, IN passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 surrounded by his loved ones at his residence.  Mr. Woodworth was born on February 21, 1949 in Sturgis, MI to Elmer and Dorothy Louetta (Hentzel) Woodworth.  Jerry obtained his GED and served his country honorably with the United States Army during the Vietnam War.  He began his diligent working life in upholstery.  He then worked as an electrician/ wiring specialist for Redman for 7 years.  In 2009, Jerry retired from Durable Rubber Factory after 7 years of service.  Jerry was a lifetime bass fisherman.  For nearly 20 years, Jerry loved his adventures on his custom built motorcycle.  Jerry was an avid gamer and loved to play pool, Euchre, Poker, and his X-Box 360.

Survivors include: Life partner of 26 years, Sandy M. Butcher of Orland, IN. Son, Craig Butcher of Seymour, MO. Son, Gary (Jami) Butcher of Sturgis, MI. 5 Daughters. Many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Brother, Larry (P.J.) Woodworth of Tenessee Sister, Rachel Swinson of South Carolina. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, 3 brothers; Tommy, Delbert "Max", and James Woodworth, and a sister, Phyllis Hoard.

Viewing with cremation to follow will take place on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 from 2:00pm-6:00pm at Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 603 South Detroit Street, LaGrange, IN 46761. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.hessfuneralhome.com or find us on our Facebook page. Arrangements and care trusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services of LaGrange, IN.