of Richardson, TX
May 20, 1933 - January 2, 2009
Ralph Carlin Workman, Jr. 75, died January 2, 2009 in Richardson, Texas. He was born May 20, 1933 at Okemah, Oklahoma to the late Ralph Carlin and Edna Thomas Workman, Jr. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter Barbara Ann Workman, and two sisters Billee Shipley, and Tommye Dixon.
His father was a Civil Engineer during WWII and Carlin was 7 years old and living in Hawaii when the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. However, he loved growing up in Hawaii with his sisters and referred to it as paradise. Carlin married Sally McCormac at the age of 18 and became a father at 19 and proceeded to have 4 children who loved him dearly.
Carlin had long careers both as a Construction Superintendent and a District Manager of a Retail Record Chain in Dallas, Texas.
Carlin was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend. He was known for his wit, sarcasm, humor and his ability to build or repair anything in the world. He will be forever missed, remembered and his influence will be forever felt.
He is survived by his wife Marjorie Ann " Sally " Workman, two sons Danny Workman and wife Mary of Richardson, Texas, and Dennis Workman and wife Amy of Bowie, Texas. one daughter Deborah Workman Bradley of Seabrook, Texas. five grandchildren Danny, Jonathan, Travis, Brandon, and Megan. two great - grandchildren Caleb, and Andrea.
Funeral Services will be 2:00p.m. Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home Chapel - Clinton, AR. with burial at Dennard Cemetery - Dennard, Arkansas.
Visitation will be 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home Chapel - Clinton, Arkansas.
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9 Condolence(s)
Gloria McCormac
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Carlin was a very special brother-in-law, and I will always miss him. We shared some really funny stories and more good times. Deb described his humor perfectly - "relentless" indeed. And we wouldn't have wanted to miss a moment of it!
I love all of you and was sorry not to be with you.
Wendy McCormac
Monday, January 12, 2009
Just wanted to let you know how much I'm thinking of all of you. I'm sorry I wasn't able to make it back to the funeral, but you were all in my heart. Hope to see everyone soon.
Love, Wendy
Deb
Sunday, January 11, 2009
I truly feel blessed to have had as my Dad and Mom as my Mom. Cheryl,l I will try and get "back home" this summer. Dad would have liked that. I miss him and his advice-also his relentless humor. I guess I just miss "him". Thanks for all the support . Love y'all. Debby
Cheryl McCormac Baker
Friday, January 9, 2009
Sally, Deb, Danny and Dennis - Sorry that we were too far away to 'come home' but you are all in our prayers. We will miss Uncle Carlin but always remember him with a smile. Let me tell you, he was quite the character and that's why we loved him so much.....They just don't come any better.....
All our love, Cheryl & Randy
Mary
Friday, January 9, 2009
I will forever love and miss you. Thank you for loving me without reservation. I know you will enjoy the stories my dad has to tell you about the war and I know he will thank you for loving me as he did. Until we meet again, you will never be forgotten.
Travis
Thursday, January 8, 2009
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Carlin Pat Dixon
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
We all will miss him!! Sally will be in our hearts!!
Lisa Hughes Calkin
Monday, January 5, 2009
Those of us who have been fortunate enough to have had Carlin be a part of our lives will miss him deeply. He was a very dear, sweet man who always made you feel welcome into his heart. All of the people who shared the "growing up" years of our children together on Gilpin St. have remained friends for 45 years. We will all carry Carlin in our hearts forever.
Blessings to Sally, Deb, Danny, Dennis, the Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren. Peace be with you.
Love to you all,
Lisa, George and Steve
Pastor Bob and Judy Hendley
Monday, January 5, 2009
May the Blessings and Peace of God fill the void in your lives today and in the weeks, months, and years to come.