Norman Whitworth

Norman Alfred Whitworth peacefully passed away on September 20, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones in Abilene, TX. He was born on December 8, 1941, in Pecos, Texas to his loving parents, Doyle and Helen Whitworth.  He married Jean Pirtle on September 7, 1985.

He is survived by his wife Jean, daughter, Tamra (Mike) Cotton, son Van (Marie) Whitworth and bonus daughter Kim (Daniel) Stovall, grandchildren, Kara (Kyle) Cotton, Jarrod Cotton, Bethany (Brycen) McGee, Andrew (Hannah) Stovall, Hannah Whitworth, Hailey Whitworth and Abby Stovall, great grandchildren, Chloe, Brayden, Kaid, Christian, Harper, Carson and Madilynn.  In addition, he is survived by two sister-in-laws Kay (Danny) Tollison and Evonne Whitworth as well as several nieces and nephews. Norman's memory will forever be treasured by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Frances Cheek, brother N.A. Whitworth and grandson Tanner Whitworth.

The family invites relatives, friends, and members of the community to join them in a celebration of Norman's life. A public viewing will be held on September 23, 2023, at Piersall Funeral Directors at 10:00 am to pay respects and honor Norman's remarkable journey. Following the viewing, a graveside service will be conducted at 12:00 pm in the Spring Creek Cemetery in Avoca.

Norman was raised in Jones County and graduated from Stamford High School in 1960.  He retired from TXDot in Abilene, Texas.  Norman’s passion was farm life, which he was blessed to pursue and enjoy from birth.  His happiest moments were at the small farm with his and Jean’s friends and family.  He also loved attending and being involved at their church, Elmcrest Baptist.  It is fitting that Jean joined him on their heavenly farm only 30 hours after he began his eternal life.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to Alpha Omega Hospice or Elmcrest Baptist Church in Norman’s honor.