LaVerne B. Wentworth
September 15, 1939 ~ October 25, 2017
Born in: Franklin, Pennsylvania
LaVerne B. Wentworth, 78, of Franklin passed away at UPMC Northwest in Seneca on Wednesday, October 25, 2017. LaVerne was born on September 15, 1939, to the late Arthur and Geraldine Lawson Wentworth in Franklin, PA. LaVerne served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1956-1960. All of his service time was spent on Sea duty aboard the USS Pocono and the USS Cambria. He was honorably discharged in 1960. He was employed as an orderly at the "original" Franklin hospital from 1960-1962. He worked for Franklin Steel from 1962-1964. He then worked for Polk State School and Hospital where he retired from after 30 years. He thoroughly enjoyed working with the mentally challenged. Left to cherish his memory is his wife; Bea Richardson Wentworth, who he married on February 27, 1992, his son; Randy L. Wentworth of Stoneboro. His three daughters; Janice Y. Wentworth and Julie A. Melat, both of Franklin and Carla Daly and her husband Jim of Franklin as well as one sister; Janice Shawgo of Franklin, PA his father-in-law; Hubert Richardson of Black Lake, NY. Also, surviving are his grandchildren; Monica Beatty and her husband, Nathan, Anastasia Wentworth and her fiance, Ben, Mikel Wentworth, Sam Wentworth and his wife, Angela, Zach Wentworth and his wife Kristin, Jonathon Griswold and his better half Amber, Chaz Wentworth and his wife Karina, Amanda Lord and her husband Matt, Leah Melat, Sherry Kelly and her husband, Ray, Misty Heasley and her husband Tony and Lana Metas. Additioanlly, surviving are his Great- Grandchildren; Aurelia, Gage, Gavin, Grant, Lauralie, Addison, Harper, Brailey, Bricen, Corbyn, Natalee, Jackson, Lincoln, Sophia, Logan, John Matthew, Cody, Brady and Aiden. A Great-Great granddaughter; Amber and two nephews; Robert Jr. and Todd Shawgo. LaVerne was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Rose Braden: his Brothers-in-law Chuck Richardson and Robert L. Shawgo Sr. and a grandson, Joshua Michael Wentworth. LaVerne was at one time the president of the Masters Men International Missions Board as well as a member of the Missions Commission. He also enjoyed his time as a member of the Venango County Coon and Fox Club. LaVerne was an active member of the Buffalo Street Wesleyan Methodist Church. LaVerne enjoyed caring for his lawn and his vehicles in his spare time. He was also a devout lover of "Southern Gospel" quartet music. His all-time favorite quartet was The Cathedrals. He also loved classic country music. A visitation will be held at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc. 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin on Sunday, October 29, 2017, from 2:00-6:00 PM and Monday, October 30, 2017, from 10:00-11:00 AM. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, October 30, 2017, at 11:00 AM with Pastor Jonathan Bell of the Franklin Wesleyan Methodist Church officiating. Burial will conclude the services at Deckard's Run Cemetery where Military Honors will be accorded by the V.E.T.S Honor Guard.Memorial contributions are asked to be sent to the Polk Volunteer Fire Department-710 Main Street, Polk PA 16342 in honor of Mr. Wentworth. To send cards, flowers and expresses condolences, friends and family are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com
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I worked with La Verne for many years at Polk Center. He was the most awesome person to work with. He always had a smile and a great “hello, how are you.” I never heard him say a negative word about anyone. I definitely enjoyed working with La Verne. May the perpetual light shine upon him, may his soul rest in peace and may God grant him eternal life.
My deepest sympathy to the Wentworth family. Our families have know each other for a long time. He always asked about them when he saw me.
I’ll miss his smile and the person he became when he found the Lord. Bea, have no doubt you were loved by him. He was a better person having been loved by you, you were his rock . Thank you for letting me cut his hair once more and giving me a chance to say my private good-bye. He was a good man and I will miss him. He’s going to get to see his mother again and I’m sure God will welcome him with open arms.
We worked with Laverne at Polk Center for many years..He was a very great person…Our deepest sympathy to his family.He is now with our Lord & Savior….Linda & MICK Anderson.
Biggest Steeler and Jesus fan I knew. So funny. Always telling a joke. You will be missed Laverne. RIP.
Rwg Laverne. My parents always had great things to say about him. A coworker of my parents for several years. A local legend who will be dearly missed!
We first met Laverne when we were assigned to the Atlantic UB church in Franklin. While there, Laverne redecorated his life to the Lord. He lived the Lord and his family. He was a very loved man. Each year he would call Dave on the date that he came back to the Lord and they would celebrate that day together. Dave reached his heavenly home in 2012…..now they can celebrate eternally. He will be missed by many but oh the vision in our mind of his arrival in heaven. Continued prayers for all. Beverly Flick-Hazzard.
Bea, I am so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and the family. May God give you peace and the Angels carry him on their wings. A wonderful loving and caring person. I loved to hear his stories. He had so many of them. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Jim n Carolyn Baughman
Dear family and friends
Deepest sympathy to the friends and family Laverne was a wonderful caring person he was always there if you needed anything rest in peace until we see you again. Terry and Shirley bimber
Bea – Sorry for your loss. Sympathy & Prayers for you and your family. God Bless ????
Bea and Carla we are so sorry for your loss! May your memories help you thru this difficult time.
I am sorry for your loss aunt juile and Aunt Janice and Grandma Wentworth if u need anyone to talk to you can get hold me on face book or get hold of mom at shop n save we love you and I will always remember Grandpa Wentworth.
Love, Beth and Tara Cummings
Bea our condolences on the loss of your beloved husband. May he R.I.P.
Sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
I worked with Laverne at Polk Center. He was a wonderful supervisor, who was always smiling and joking. He will be missed. Fly high with the Angels!
I will always remember how you could always make everyone laugh. Wentworth reunions were always better with you there.
Bea and Family, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and Prayers are with you . Laverne sure was a caring Man and always Happy Spiritual. May God Bless and be with your Family. Love, Melinda Snyder
Dear Janice and Family,
So sorry to here about LaVerne. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joyce Mong
Sending thoughts and for the entire family.
Dear Bea,
You have my sympathy in the “loss” of your husband. Actually, he is not “lost,” as he rests in the arms of his Saviour. LaVerne was never ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He was good to the ladies in Terrace, my work site, and he was helpful to me in the Recreation activities I organized. As he was saved by grace, he was kept by grace, and you will see him again some day.
Sincerely, Edwina C. Michel
My husband and I had the privilege to work with LaVerne at Polk Center. He was a wonderful man of God, and fun to be around. He will be missed by many.