Worda Lovett Obituary (2025)

Worda M. Lovett, 80, of Shelbyville passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at her residence. Born on April 23, 1945, in Tyronza, Arkansas, she was the daughter of Andy Williams and Ailene (Calvert) Plasco. Survivors include 5 children- Debbie Dewhurst (Dave) of Shelbyville, Donna Stiers (Chris) of Fairland, Jim Lovett (Ronda) of Fountaintown, Angela Lovett of Shelbyville, Jelana Lovett of Shelbyville; sister Betty Milstead of Humboldt, Tennessee; several nieces and nephews; 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, son Harold "Bub" Lovett, Jr, grandson Joshua Hobbs, 5 siblings- Mildred, Janie, Cliff "PeeWee", Rachel and Frances. Worda had lived in this area most of her lifetime and graduated from Shelbyville High School. She was a member of First Assembly of God and worked at Freudenburg NOK for 30 plus years and Wellman's for several years. Worda loved sitting on her back porch enjoying nature. She dearly loved her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Private graveside services will be held on Friday afternoon, June 20, 2025, at Forest Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Shelby County Cancer Association or Shelbyville/Shelby County Animal Shelter.