CENTRALIA — Edward Worley, 77, of Centralia, passed away Saturday, April 29, 2023, at his home.

He was born June 2, 1945, in Belleville, the son of William James Worley and Octa Ann (Davison) Worley. He married Connie Elizabeth (Box) Worley.

In addition to his wife of 59 years, Connie Worley of Centralia, he is also survived by his three children: Eileen Thompson and husband Leroy of Vernon, Johnny Worley of Centralia and David Worley of Centralia; six grandchildren: Levi, Leann, Jason, Alexa, Adriana, and Lydia; five great-grandchildren: Emmitt, Maddie, Lane, Dillon and Cody; one sister: Audra Curtis of Zenia; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, and sisters.

Edward was a welder and worked at Valley Steel, Centralia Engineering, and CF Fabrication. He was of the Pentecostal Faith. Edward enjoyed fishing. He loved his family and cherished the time he spent with them.

Per Edward’s wishes, no public services will be held. Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, Illinois 62801, 618-532-3523, is honored to be of service to the Worley family.

Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting sutherlandfuneralhome.com and the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home Facebook page.