Type Of Business:
Sole proprietorship
Expertise:
Funeral restorative art; Poetry; Literary works; Social and psychological care
Major Product/SVS:
Funeral restoration services; Death and dying psychological and social counseling; Customized arts and crafts; Personalized poetry; Flower arrangements
Hobbies/Sports:
Gardening; Landscaping; Fishing; Making arts and crafts; Baseball; Softball
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Georgian Court University (1982); Associate of Applied Science, John Tyler Community College (1996); Associate of Fine Arts, Brookdale Community College (1979)
Affiliations Awards:
NASCAR; National Junior Women's Club of America; Life Member, National Home Gardening Club; Life Member, National Cooking Club; Phi Theta Kappa
Place of Birth:
Los Angeles
Industry:
Funerary Services
State/Country of Origin:
CA/USA
Children's Names:
John, Michael
Date of Distinction:
9/9/2010
Work History:
Funeral Director, Secretary, Bennett & Barden Funeral Home (1993-1996); Medicare Claims Examiner, Travelers Insurance Company (1993); Medical Claims Examiner, New York Life Insurance (1982); Investment Company (1980-1981); Statement Operations Department, 1st Colonial National Bank (1978-1980); Fast Food Cashier (1977); Babysitter
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Mrs. Worsham's unique style and drive to be the best separates her from others.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Mrs. Worsham's greatest career achievement includes completing the manuscript for her book and having her first book signing when it was published in 2006.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Mrs. Worsham would like to be remembered as a person who cared for every family and performed an outstanding restorative job for their loved ones.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
She would eradicate cancer.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Mrs. Worsham would have lunch with her birth mother, who committed suicide at the age of 24; she would love to get to know her.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was receiving awards at her funeral school graduation for having a 4.0 grade point average.
Charity:
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Make-A-Wish Foundation; Mothers Against Drunk Driving; American Heart Association; Breast Cancer Awareness; Paralyzed Veterans of America; American Cancer Society; ASPCA
Number Of Years In Profession:
26
Number Of Years In Current Position:
15
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her strong desire to help others in need.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after realizing that the funeral business utilized all of her talents, skills and desires.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mrs. Worsham's garage became known as a Dale Earnhardt museum of sorts in 2001, after she painted a picture of his race car on its side. From 2002 to 2003, she continued with various art and floral endeavors, intermixed with literary and poetic works. She focused on the manuscript of her book from 2004 to 2005.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing on-call services; Administering funeral restorative art; Counseling; Selling medical insurance policies; Tending to three acres of gardens; Handling associated office duties; Overseeing medical and surgical work
Education Certifications:
National Board-Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer (1996); Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, State of Virginia (1996)
Awards/Honors:
Freehold High School Hall of Fame (2010); Certificate of Recognition, Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders (2010); Endorsement Resolution, Mayor and Borough of Freehold (2010); Award for Highest Academic Achievement in Applied Science Curriculum, Pi Theta Kappa (1996); Special Recognition for Excellence in Funeral Service, Pi Sigma Eta, Inc. (1996)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mrs. Worsham aspires to publish her book through a well-known publishing company and do public speaking, book tours and signings.