Wilma Irene Worthley

Wilma Irene Worthley (Tinnel) went to see Jesus on July 26, 2026. She was born on March 11, 1935, in Knoxville, TN, to Charles and Leona (Jones) Tinnel. Wilma worked for several years at Teleflex Manufacturing before marrying Kendrew Worthley, to whom she was devoted for 40 years. He preceded her in death in 2015.

Wilma cherished the years of traveling with Ken and the adventure of living in Michigan, Pennsylvania, California, and Missouri before returning home to Van Wert. In her younger years, she loved playing the piano-often filling the house with music as her toddlers drifted off to sleep. She enjoyed sewing, crafting, and caring for her animals, whom she sometimes loved even more than people. Wilma adored her nieces and nephews with all her heart and found joy in spending time with her many siblings. Their laughter, stories, and spirited fun were a defining part of her life; Wilma and her siblings were always at the center of every good time.

She leaves behind her daughter, Susan K. Mutter, Van Wert; John D. Eibling, Van Wert; and is preceded in death by Gregory Eibling. She is also survived by seven grandchildren-Betty Ann Grimes, Kenneth Turner, Tarah Turner, Terry Turner, Greg Eibling, Carrie Showalter, and Kayla Frye-and sixteen great‑grandchildren.

Wilma is survived by her brother Donnie Tinnel (Susie) of Decatur, IN, and her sister Betty Wallis of Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by siblings Ray Tinnel, Clyde Tinnel, James Tinnel, Sadie Baker, Juanita Rayfield, Joyce Hakes, and Floyd Tinnel. She will be deeply missed, and we are forever grateful to have known and loved her.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Alspach‑Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences may be expressed at www.alspachgearhart.com.