Ryan A. Worthington                        “beloved son”

Ryan A. Worthington, 39, of Shinglehouse, passed away in his home on Friday, January 13, 2023, after a long battle with addiction.

Born on Saturday, June 18, 1983 in Nurnberg, Germany, he was a son of William D. “Will” and Tracy L. Howard Worthington.

Ryan was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse.  In school he enjoyed playing baseball. 

When he was 11 years old, Ryan began delivering the Olean Times Herald in Shinglehouse. For several years in New Jersey, Ryan was employed by Denville Line Painting Company. 

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and trapping.  He was an extremely talented mechanic, enjoying working on cars, his favorite one being his Mustang.  His greatest love was his family.

Surviving in addition to his parents are three sons, Landen R. Worthington, Brennan J. Worthington, and Blaine M. Worthington; a sister, Tonya S. (Israel) Alonzo of Colorado Springs, Colorado; two brothers, Craig (Amy) Worthington of Trafford and Derek R. Worthington of Shinglehouse; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Ryan was predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Private funeral services will be held at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse with Pastor Rick Price of the Church of Christ, Bradford, officiating.  Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Ryan’s family has entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil. L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Ryan, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.