of North Little Rock, AR

December 23, 1948 - March 18, 2026

John Terrell Wortman of North Little Rock, Arkansas was called home by his Lord and Saviour on March 18, 2026 at the age of 77.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Joan "Joanie" Gough Wortman; and is survived by his son, John "J.T." Wortman II (Jennifer) and daughter Kerrie Zarate (Juan). He is also survived by his two grandsons Carter and Decker Wortman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Estell Terrell Wortman and Esther Shumaker.

John honorably served in the U.S. Army and is a distinguished Vietnam Veteran, having been awarded the following military honors: the Purple Heart, the Army Commendation Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with three Bronze Service Stars, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal.

Following his Vietnam service, he completed a carpentry school, becoming a skilled builder and craftsman who used his expertise within the Veterans Affairs Hospital System. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 28 years of service as a letter carrier.

In his free time, John enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding 4 wheelers, and spending time with his grandsons.

Visitation will be at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, on Monday, March 30, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Military Honors will be held at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery on Tuesday, March 31, at 1:00 p.m.

 

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