Jon Paul Worthman, 59, of Gering, Nebraska, passed away on November 7, 2026 as a result of a work accident.
Jon was born on October 2, 1967, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, to Russell and Joan Worthman. He grew up on the family farm south of Gering and graduated from Gering High School in 1986.
Following high school, Jon attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and earned his law degree from the University of Nebraska College of Law. He lived and worked in Gering and Alliance, Nebraska.
Jon is preceded in death by his father, Russell Worthman. He is survived by his sons, Paxton and Trabor Worthman, his mother, Joan Worthman, his sister, Lisa (Ken) Mar, his brother, David (Tina) Worthman, his sister, Amy (Jon) Meyer, and his nieces and nephews.
A memorial celebration of Jon's life will be at the Legacy of the Plains, 2930 Old Oregon Trail, in Gering on Saturday, January 16, 2027 from 1:00 to 3:00.
The family extends its appreciation to all those who have offered their support and condolences during this time.
Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.