of Little Rock, AR
August 20, 1934 - December 23, 2023
Buddy Wornock, 89, of Little Rock, AR, died from natural causes on December 23, 2023. He was born in Little Rock in 1934, to Jeff and Ethel Wornock. He was the second of five children. Buddy began his career as an electrical lineman and then established and operated Wornock's Antiques in Little Rock for about 43 years until his retirement in 2012. He served in the military in the 101st airborne.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Jeff and Ethel Wornock; first wife Anita Louise (Jan) Wornock, and one sibling. He is survived by his second wife, Greta ''Gay'' Wornock; 5 sons, Larry Ray Wornock, Randal Scott Wornock, Thomas Craig Wornock (Christa), John Paul Wornock (Heidi), and David Michael Wornock; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Buddy was an active member of Pleasant Valley Church of Christ, devoting time and energy to assisting people with transportation to worship and helping people in need.
Donations to Pleasant Vally Church of Christ / Missions would be greatly appreciated in lieu of flowers.
A Memorial Service will be held at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ, 10900 Rodney Parham Rd, Saturday, December 30, 2023, at 11:00 with a visitation beginning at 10:00.
Interment will be at Forest Hills Memorial Cemetery.
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20 Condolence(s)
Richard Dickie Dickinson
Monday, January 1, 2024
Sad to hear of Buddy’s passing. I think he was the only one of us kids who grew up in the neighborhood who still lived there. He will be missed.
Roy and Janet Fleming
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Please accept our condolences for your loss. He was a good man and will be greatly missed. I have known Buddy as far back as I can remember. My brothers and I spent a lot of time at his house when we were kids. Buddy was always kind to us, ready to share a joke or provide us with helpful and timely advice. He and my father, David, were close friends and supported each other throughout their lives. We will be thinking of you as you celebrate his life.
Dianne Armstrong
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Randy-
I was just informed Saturday, 12/30/23, of your father’s death. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you.
Marshall Garrett
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Buddy,
I'm glad I got to see you recently at my parents estate auction.
I'll really miss you. You were the best!!!
Your friend Chris
Paul Allbright
Friday, December 29, 2023
Mr. Wornock was part of my childhood and life. As good a friend and neighbor as anybody could ever have. Thanks to him for cutting up fallen trees and limbs (in his 80's) and stacking them for people without being asked and without people even knowing in some cases. Thanks for running extension cords (his own) across the street during a power outage so another neighbor could turn something on. My mom could tell you more stories. Was best friends with just about all of his sons at some point growing up. They are all pretty much knuckleheads but I can forgive him for that (wink). I wont forget Mr. Wornock. You will be missed by many sir. Paul
Jan Hudspeth
Friday, December 29, 2023
Larry,
So sorry to see this and learn of your loss. Prayers and good thoughts to you.
Jan
Marvin
Friday, December 29, 2023
Sorry for your loss praying for you and your family
Jerry Burchfield
Friday, December 29, 2023
Buddy will be dearly missed by all of us. He has always had an encouraging word for me throughout the years; and, we loved to joke with each other.
Pat Bell
Friday, December 29, 2023
Buddy was “one of a kind”. I first got to know him in the 1960’s when he was a lineman. I later enjoyed hearing him tell of his trips to NY to buy antiques. When in our Life Group he enjoyed sharing his experiences in the military. He was a great help to us by conducting an estate sale when Mary’s cousin died. He was a dear friend and will be missed. May our Father bless the family with fond memories in the years ahead.
Kathy Strickland
Thursday, December 28, 2023
So sorry to hear of Buddy's passing he was my mother Pauline Hodge -Rickett cousin. His mom and her were 1st cousins. God Bless and comfort each and everyone.
Teresa Dillard
Thursday, December 28, 2023
Larry,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Sue gillenwater
Thursday, December 28, 2023
We have known buddy since the boys were small. Condolences to the family. Sue gillenwater and Peggy jones
AL SMITH
Thursday, December 28, 2023
I KNEW "BUDDY" FROM HIGH SCHOOL DAYS AND CHURCH. HE ALWAYS CONTACTED ME AT CHURCH "JUST TO SAY HELLOW"> TIS I WILL MISS.
Randy Carlton
Thursday, December 28, 2023
John Paul and family,
Sorry about the passing of your dad. I remember quite a few Saturdays in the late 1970s running around his antique shop/store/warehouse looking at all the stuff with my mom and dad.
Praying for you all.
Randy Carlton
Dan and Robbie Francis
Thursday, December 28, 2023
So sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing. Sounds like he was a wonderful Christian man!
Mary Crews
Thursday, December 28, 2023
So sorry , Gay. He was a good man and will be missed.
Sherry Jensen
Thursday, December 28, 2023
Gay, my heart goes out to you at this difficult time! I know our Lord and savior will give peace and comfort.
Love,
Sherry
Sabra Howard
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Officers, Members and Staff of Local Union 295, IBEW
Jana Y Shelton
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Buddy...my Father in law for 10 years! His passing caused all kinds of emotions within me...I wish I had had more time with him. Buddy was always there for me. He was a devout Christian. He loved his boys, their wives, & his grandchildren. I have lots of memories of DIxie Cafe & LOTS of Mexican restaurants...HE LOVED! Buddy was one of the hardest workers I have ever known. He made multiple trips to New York and Canton, TX to buy and sell antiques. When I had a life changing surgery & recovery...he let me work at his shop, even though he didn't need the help. He let me trade working to go toward a antique baby grand piano I wanted that he got in New York. Everytime I sit down to play it, I think of him. This piano will go to Camille, his first granddaughter, when I pass. Lots of memories of bridge games, Florida camping trips, & helping me open Jana's Ginger Jar at the antique mall on Cantrell. Buddy's eyes would light up when he talked about his antiques. He loved each one, and had a hard time parting with any of them. I will miss Buddy. I am comforted that he is in Heaven. My sympathy to all his boys and their families. Jana Yates Shelton
Mary and Cynthia Button
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Mother remembers teaching Buddy in Sunday school. He was a good help and support for her in these last years. We appreciate his attentions to her. He was a good man.