Irene (Prunty) Workman

Irene (Prunty) Workman of Ancram, NY, Formerly of Delran, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on Good Friday April 3, 2015. She was 84.

Irene was born and raised in Sutton WV, daughter of the late Hoy Prunty and Rosa Utt Prunty. She was the oldest of 15 children, 8 sisters and 6 brothers. She was a graduate of Sutton High School. Irene was a homemaker but in her younger years worked as a telephone operator and a stocking maker at Ashway Hosiery in Riverside, NJ.

Irene as an avid bingo player (at least 3 times a week), loved working crossword puzzles and watching old western movies. She was kept very busy raising her four children with all of their hobbies; hunting, fishing and auto racing. She could be heard every Saturday night at Bridgeport or East Windsor speedways cheering on her favorite driver.

Irene is survived by her husband of 63 years, George D, Workman, whom she meet while roller skating at Gathaway skating rink. She is also survived by her children, Donald L. (Kat) of Ancram NY; Rex A. (Sissy) of Delran; Debbie L. of Delran and Jeffrey G. (Sandi) of Delran. Irene is also Survived by her five Grandchildren; Robert (Becky) DePersia, Jessica, Rex, Jeffrey Jr. and Mandi. Four Great-Grandchildren Makayla, Jake, Jenna and Mason who affectionately called her G-MOM! She also leaves behind her youngest sister Reva Turner of WV., and her dog Smokey.

Her Funeral will be held at 10 am, Saturday May 16th, at Sweeney Funeral Home, 337 Bridgeboro St. Riverside, NJ.

Memories and condolences may be sent to Sweeney Funeral Home and will be forwarded to the family.

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