Annie D. Worsley

Elect-Lady Annie Doris Worsley, 75 of Eatontown (formerly of Long Branch) was born on March 3, 1946 in Leesburg, Florida. She departed this earthly life on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune, NJ surrounded by her family whom she laughed with, lived for and loved. 

Although Annie is a native of Florida, she grew up in Colts Neck, New Jersey and attended Freehold Public Schools. In May 1968, Annie was blessed with the opportunity to attend Monmouth County School of Practical Nursing. She received her Nursing diploma and was licensed by the NJ Board of Nursing. In June 1989, Annie received her diploma Secretarial Business, from Brookdale Community College and Monmouth County Vocational school.  In May 2007, she received her Bachelor of Theology degree, in Biblical Theology, Th.B. from International Seminary, Plymouth, FL.  

In 1962, Annie met her future husband Richard Worsley, Jr at the Freehold Church of God. They were married January 12, 1964.  Annie worked along with her husband Richard, when he started the Long Branch Church of God in 1971 and became an Ordained Bishop. God shaped and molded her as a vessel of honor as she served in several areas of ministry which included teaching, local and district women’s ministries president, intercessory prayer ministry, choir director, church organist, and evangelist serving the community joyfully for over 40 years. As a result of submitting to God and standing for truth, Elect-Lady Worsley Co-Founded the For Word Church, Inc., along with her husband, Bishop Worsley, where the vision and legacy can be fulfilled for years to come. 

Annie was the youngest daughter of the late David Lee Williams and Hettie Lee Williams. She was predeceased by her two brothers, Reverend Freddie G. Williams, Sr. and Eugene “Bubba” Williams and her sister Mother Bernice Sesler. 

She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Pastor Richard L. Worsley, III (Felicia) of Neptune, NJ, Steven L. Worsley Sr. (Tamara) of Burlington NJ; two daughters, Prophetess Kimberly A. Worsley of Plainsboro, NJ and Darlene Worsley of Eatontown, NJ; nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren; bonus daughter Tabitha Worsley; three sisters, Evangelist Mother Lovie Williams Slaughter, Reverend Ira Jean Cobbs (Gerald), Minister Luedean Henderson; four godchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. 

Annie, affectionately known as ‘Dot” and “Doris” enjoyed spending time with her family, church, and community. She truly loved the Lord and her desire was to please Him.  Her daily devotion to God was evident to all that came in contact with her.  She believed that Holiness is still right!  Living Holy was reflected in her lifestyle, conversation and character.  It was her firm practice to flow in the Spirit and Let the Holy Ghost have His way! 

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 4, 2022 from 9 am until the time of the service at 11 am at Abundant Life Church, 632 Colts Neck Road, Freehold, NJ. Interment will be at Glenwood Cemetery, West Long Branch. The family invites you to leave a letter of condolence by selecting the Tribute/Guestbook link above.

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