Michael Anthony Worobel

After a long and fruitful life, Michael Anthony Worobel passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, February 25, 2025, at the age of 89.

He was born in Shelton, CT and resided in Monroe, CT, Boca Raton, FL, and the last 4 years in Asheville, NC. Michael was a son of the late John E. Worobel and Mary Klimkowska Worobel. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Sannino; and brothers, Walter, Joseph, and Stephen Worobel.

Michael was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend to many. A kind man who would do anything to help a soul in need. The last eight years of his life he courageously battled the ravaging effects of dementia.

Michael served his country in the U.S. Army where he was a Tank Gunner. He was self-employed all his life, first with his brother, Andrew, at A&M Carpets and then ABC Hauling in South Florida. He also attended Art Classes and was a talented painter. He was a very creative man who loved to work in his workshop building furniture and model ships. He loved landscaping, gardening and grew some of the best Hawaiian pineapples in Florida. He also loved fishing, golfing, and baseball. His favorite team was the New York Yankees.

Michael’s most passionate hobby in his entire life was always motorcycles. He loved to ride on his many bikes over the years, his favorite being his Harley Davidson. He was a member of the Milford Riders Club, where he participated in local races, and a lifetime member of the HOG Palm Beach Chapter. He traveled to many races and sponsored several riders who later became professional racers. He participated in many HOG Rallies raising money for Cancer Research.

He is survived by his wife, Lucille Jisonna Worobel; son, Michael A. Worobel Jr (Dorene); daughters, Kimberly Henderson (Jerry) and Robin W. Scott (Ward); brother, Andrew Worobel; sisters, Dorothy Smith, Helen Tomac and Kathleen Albanese; grandchildren, Wesley Worobel, Frances Gulley, Alyssa Scott, Michael Scott, Gregory Worobel, and Kira Collins; great-granddaughters, Lilly and Lilah; and many nieces and nephews.

The Memorial Mass to honor and celebrate Michael’s life will be held on Friday, March 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at St Eugene’s Catholic Church, 72 Culvern Street, Asheville NC 28804. Inurnment will take place at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.