Kenneth F. Woodworth

Kenneth Woodworth, 84, of Champaign passed away at 7:25 AM, Monday, February 9, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 AM, Monday, February 16, 2026 at Bailey Memorial Cemetery, Tolono with Rev. Gail Meyers officiating.  Freese Funeral Home, Tolono is assisting with arrangements.

Mr. Woodworth was born July 1, 1941 in Champaign, a son to Joseph and Erma O’Bryan Woodworth.  He married Rita Robinson on August 14, 1960 in Tolono, she survives.

Also surviving are two sons; Jeffrey (Michelle) Woodworth of Champaign, and Douglas Woodworth of Pesotum, four grandchildren; Dustin (Lexxus) Woodworth of Tolono, Stephanie (Nic Howel) Miner of Pesotum, Kasie Woodworth of Tolono and Kim (Roger) Master of St. Joseph, five great-grandchildren; Gage, Max, Skylin, Jayden and Weston, and a brother; Gary (Sally) Woodworth of Tuscola.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother; Calvin Woodworth.

He graduated Unity High School in 1959.  He loved spending time out in the barn with his animals and cherished his family above all else.

Memorials may be given to The Giving Place, Tolono.

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