Funeral services for Fred Ray Worley, 75, of Emory, will be held on January 31, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., at Amazing Grace Fellowship Church in Alba with Pastor Byron George officiating.
Mr. Worley died on January 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on May 19, 1949, in Greenville. He was a member at Amazing Grace Fellowship Church in Alba and was a devout Christian and he loved his church family.
He met Sue in elementary school and knew even then that he would be with her for the rest of his life. They were married on August 31, 1967. He worked at E-Systems, Sabine River Authority, Greenville Fire Department, was a truck stop manager, and a ranch foreman. Firefighting was his passion and he dedicated his life to serving others through his career as a firefighter, paramedic and community advocate. In August 1973, he became one of the first State of Texas Certified Firefighters. In 1978, he was one of the first certified paramedics/firefighters for the Greenville Fire Department and Hunt County. He earned numerous honors throughout his life.
He cherished the time spent with his loved ones, creating memories that will be treasured forever. Fred and Sue could be seen at all of their children’s and grandchildren’s activities. He enjoyed coaching youth sports and did so for over 20 years.
Mr. Worley is survived by his wife of 57 years; children, Shane Worley, Misty Mattson and Tyson Worley; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Worley; like family, Ron Kelley, Shannon Ortloff, Kelly Worley; grandchildren, Jacob Singleman, Trenton Worley, Ty Mattson, Caden Worley, Emily Worley, Kennedy Worley, Brooks Worley and Cannon Worley.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys McBride Barker; father, Jesse James Worley; stepfather, Steve Barker; and children, Brian Worley and Hapi Worley.
A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Donations may be made in Mr. Worley’s name to your local fire department. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Wilson Orwosky Funeral Home.