Worth B. Heath Jr.

Worth Bagley Heath Jr. passed away peacefully at his home in The Villages, Florida, on March 4, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on January 21, 1933, in Norfolk, Virginia, he lived a full life marked by quiet dedication, steadfast values, and deep love for his family.

A longshoreman for 32 years, Worth took great pride in his work and the ethic of hard work and perseverance it represented. He enjoyed playing golf, remained a loyal Washington Redskins fan through every season, and found his greatest joy in his family. He cherished his children and took special delight in spoiling his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He attended Louisiana State University for two years and was a longtime member of the Knights of Pythias lodge.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Jeanne M. Heath, his father, Worth B. Heath Sr., his daughter, Wanda H. Tomaselli, and his brother, Eugene Heath. Worth is survived by his loving wife of 75 years, Patricia C. Heath. He also leaves behind his daughter, Debbie Williams of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and his son, Michael Heath and his wife Rena, also of Virginia Beach. His legacy continues through his grandchildren, Bryan Williams, Michelle Williams, Wesley Heath, Corey Crouch, Michael Heath Jr., Courtney Brennaman, and Christina Tomaselli, and his great-grandchildren, Alexis Williams, Alana Williams, Aislyn Hulak, Ryder Maguire, Jeffrey Brennaman, Nathan Brennaman, Rhilyne Heath, Braydon Heath, Ethan Lay, and Violette Delaney.