David Michael Wortman's Obituary
David Michael “Mike” Wortman, 63, of Culpeper died Sunday, October 30, 2011 at Fauquier Hospital. He was born April 22, 1948 in Leesburg, VA to the late William and Margaret Petitt Wortman.
Mr. Wortman grew up on his family’s farm in Loudoun County before moving to Culpeper. He was a charter member of Reformation Lutheran Church where he was actively involved in the Men’s Ministry and Senior Ministry, also a member of Silver Citizens of Culpeper. He laid the foundation for Wortman Mechanical (electrical, heating and cooling contractors) which his son now owns and operates. He was true salt of the earth, who loved working his land and visiting neighbors and friends. He had a passion for his family and cherished his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia Wortman, children, Jennifer Wilson (Larry) of Culpeper, Patty Wortman of Ashburn and Brian Wortman (Susan) of Culpeper and four grandchildren, Sydney McGuire, Julia, Emily and Sarah Wortman.
Additional survivors include his siblings, Walter Wortman (Lisa) of Lake of the Woods, Dottie Erway (Tom) of Wilmington, NC, Ronnie Wortman (Debbie) of Culpeper and Tracy Wortman of Charlottesville, as well as nephews and nieces.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Eugene Wortman.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Reformation Lutheran Church, 509 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 1 p.m. at Reformation Lutheran Church with Pastor Brad Hales officiating.
Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 or Reformation Lutheran Church.
Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is handling the arrangements.
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