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Fran Warren Obituary
Alan Eichler, a spokesman for the singer-actress, said Tuesday that Warren died March 4 of natural causes at her home in Brookfield, Connecticut. She was 87.
Warren's career spanned more than 50 years with hits that included the Tony Martin duet "I Said My Pajamas (and Put On My Prayers)," the Lisa Kirk duet "Dearie" and "It's Anybody's Heart." Her films roles included "Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd."
She frequently appeared and performed on the talk shows of Johnny Carson, Mike Douglas, Merv Griffin and Steve Allen.
Warren is survived by two daughters, a son-in-law and two nieces.
DERRIK J. LANG, AP Entertainment Writer
Copyright © 2013 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
73 Entries
March 6, 2020
I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of Fran Warren she had a beautiful voice she will sorely be missed may the God of tender mercies grant her peace
September 22, 2019
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the Family's...My heartfelt sympathy
Nazarene Mckinney
May 19, 2017
Sunday Kind of Love is a classic song!
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August 5, 2015
The So very belated, but I bet Tina Witt will remember me from 1970-71 and Phoenix, AZ when Woody managed WALDROP & Rountree. Such fond memories and I was in awe of Fran.
Mark Waldrop
June 29, 2014
your zest for living was an inspiration.
I feel so blessed to have known you.
Roseanne Kirk
Audrey Wolfe
March 6, 2014
Miss you like crazy
Aud
Audrey, Fran, Debbie- We miss you Aunt Fran
Audrey Wolfe
March 5, 2014
Stuart & Sharon
March 5, 2014
I can't believe it's a year and missing her has not diminished a drop.
Harry Simpson
March 4, 2014
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
victor checketts
August 19, 2013
a wonderful singer from the big band era is gone but will never be forgotten, a sunday kind of love is one of my favorite songs from this great era. what a great choir we will have in heaven now that another great singer has joined the choir. may god bless your family during this sad time. rest in peace fran
Jim Roach
July 10, 2013
She was a beautiful singer - had a huge impression on me . I think Sunday Kind of Love is a truly meaningful ballad that will live on forever and ever,
hyde
May 1, 2013
The family and friends of Mrs Warren have my deepest sympathy for there loss. Sunday kind of love I loved. Different artist remade that recording and did very well with the song because it was so beautiful. May she sleep in peace.
Jeff Katz
March 29, 2013
Sorry to hear my cousin is gone. Saw her perform wonderfully in the Village in the early 90s. I remember Maxie and her death reminds me of Artie who made me laugh till my sides hurt.
March 24, 2013
so sorry for the loss,please let God Almighty comfort you at this time.Know that He is willing to come to your aid,seek his kindness.....~
Will Anderson
March 23, 2013
I saw Fran perform twice on a tour of the US with Alvino Rey and the King Sisters, during the 1980s. She was dynamite--a great presence on the stage.
Christina Duncan
March 22, 2013
So sorry for the families & friends loss,my god bring you comfort and peace. we're praying for the family
March 21, 2013
What a voice. Soon those we have lost shall live again.
John Moore
March 21, 2013
What a beautiful lady!!! Thank you for sharing what God shared with you.
March 21, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the Warren family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Linda Jackson
March 21, 2013
I am so sorry to learn of Ms Warren's passing. A Sunday Kind of Love is such a beautiful song. My thouhts and prayers are with Ms Warren's family and friends.
March 21, 2013
I remember my Mother singing "Sunday Kind of Love" when I was growing up. She loved Mrs. Warren's music and I did too. Sorry for your loss.
March 21, 2013
Condolences to family and friends sorry to hear of your loss.Eccl.9:11.
Gifford Holt
March 20, 2013
One of my favorite singers of all time. Sorry I never got to see her with Claude Thornhill. The complete FRAN WARREN CD has all her great hits and play it often. Condolence's to her family.
March 20, 2013
Romans 15:33
Neal Murray
March 20, 2013
Fran Warren--one of the reasons they call it the "gold age of American popular song."
"A Sunday Kind of Love" with Claude Thornhill's band... it doesn't get any better than that!
RIP, Fran.
Rachel
March 20, 2013
So sorry to hear about the death of this talented person. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Toni Works
March 20, 2013
To the family of Fran Warren, I am so sorry for your recent loss. I hope that your family can find some comfort at Philemon 15, in your time of grief.
Rev Diana Presley
March 20, 2013
Godspeed Frannie!! Thank You for Your Music,Your Love and the Laughter!!! Love and Blessings To You and Yours Always!!!
Pauline Batiste Talley
March 20, 2013
I love that song and still play it.RIP.
March 20, 2013
I remember you singing so much when I was younger. I am 71 now, and my mother loved your music. She passed in 2010 at the age of 92...May you sing in Heaven for God and all of his Angels. A fan, Sandra Slater, Louisville Ky
Lynn Harmon
March 20, 2013
May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time in your life. We all yearn for better conditions. It is refreshing to know that God's word speaks of a time when all sorrows will be gone and that mankind will live in beautiful surroundings with nothing to fear.-Isaiah 65:17,21-24.
Greg Peters
March 20, 2013
I love the lyrics to "I Said My Pajamas (and Put On My Prayers)." Rest in Peace.
sal bono
March 20, 2013
I'll always remember the tune "For Heavens Sake" when I danced with my only love! Love forever.
Scott Chamberland
March 20, 2013
Rest in Peace
Roxanna
March 20, 2013
Ms. Warren lived a long, full life. May we, too, make the most of our lives before the "calamitous days" of old age come:
"Before the sun and the light and the moon and the stars grow dark...(Bad vision) in the days when the keepers of the house tremble (Trembling hands) and the men of vital energy have bent themselves (Unstable knees), and the grinding women have quit working because they have become few (Missing teeth) and the ladies seeing at the window have found it dark (Poor eyesight) and the doors onto the street have been closed (Difficulty walking), when the sound of the grinding mill becomes low (Hard of hearing), and one gets up at the sound of a bird (Trouble sleeping), and all the daughters of song sound low (Hard of hearing). Also they have become afraid merely at what is high (Difficulty climbing) and there are terrors in the way (Obstacles, difficult mobility)...because man is walking to his long-lasting house (The grave) and the wailers have marched around in the street. (Funeral procession)." Ecclesiastes 12:1-7
So, how should we live before the days of old age come? "Remember, NOW, your Grand Creator in the days of your young manhood, before the calamitous days proceed to come." Ecclesiastes 12:1
l eng
March 20, 2013
May you find comfort in the promise at job 33:25 when Fran will return to the days of her youthful vigor and sing for all to hear again.
B Lucas
March 20, 2013
My sincere condolence for the loss of Fran your dear loved one. May your fond thoughts of her bring good memories. Peace and love to your family and friends, and to the spirit that you all show. [email protected]
Betty Fowler
March 20, 2013
Fran Warren had a beautiful smile and was a lovely lady,to her family, keep that smile in your minds and hearts and let God be your comforter.
March 20, 2013
Thank you for your gift of music ~ God bless you and your loved ones. Rest in peace.
T B
March 20, 2013
Thank you for the beautiful music.
Anna hendon
March 20, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss . May the God of comfort be with you and your family during your time of grief. My prayers go out to you and your family.
March 20, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
March 20, 2013
Thanks for the music.
Andy
March 20, 2013
Condolences to the family.
Shalom
Ann
March 20, 2013
May her family know that millions enjoyed Fran's singing and will long remember her...condolences to the family.
MB
March 20, 2013
Warren Family, Please except my condolences for your loss. Miss Warren was loved. Her songs are loved by many.Please find comfort in the true God who who can give us comfort if we draw close to him.[James 4:8]
Romie
March 20, 2013
I was blessed to have been brought up in a loving home with either the radio or the record player on. I am now 68 years old and still enjoy the big band music. Ms. Warren was a talented actress as well as having a beautiful voice. My prayers and thoughts are with Ms. Warren's family and loved ones.
michelle plakas-kaiser
March 20, 2013
rip
March 20, 2013
My sincere condolences to the family. We will miss the person and the music (Ps. 35:18).
March 20, 2013
Tina , Sorry to hear about your loss. Fran was a great woman and I'll never forget some of the great stories she had to tell. Her songs will live on in history. Mike Squires
Sheila Smith
March 20, 2013
Thank you for sharing your talent. Godspeed Fran.
JOHN O. GOFF
March 20, 2013
I WAS SADDENED TO LEARN OF THE PASSING OF A VERY
BEAUTIFUL WOMAN AND A GREAT SINGER..I REMEMBER HER
WELL FROM HER MANY SONGS FROM THE 40'S . THE HEAVENS HAVE ANOTHER WONDERFUL SON BIRD.
REST IN PEACE FRAN . A JOB WELL DONE.
"A LIFE THAT TOUCHES THE HEARTS OF OTHERS GOES ON
FOREVER" AND YOU HAVE TOUCHED MANY.
Victoria&Andrew VZj
March 20, 2013
Spiritual place
sentiments to Fran Warren~
Broadway song of written music
BIGBAND ICON legends ~*~
Leaves a empty DanceFloor
Remembering the stories
said from my own-kin folk
of time past from the years'
As
family & Friends Dress
with a wonderful style
to model Dress with the
charm of a zootsuit fit
and tiewear shoes
Thank you Fran
say Hello
to those others spirits
inside the other light
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Garry Smith
March 19, 2013
I am simply a fan. What a suprememe talent she has been for so many years. I offer my heaartfelt sympathy to her family and friends. May God bless you and comfort you. She will be cherished .
Tom Cloran
March 13, 2013
A classy lady from a classy time, both are to be truly missed.
Fran Warren
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Jane Anderson
March 12, 2013
A beautiful elegant lady of personality and talent. She made the world a better place and will be greatly missed.
LUVNHUGS to Fran and her family.
Herb Stark
March 12, 2013
One of the very best. And why no coverage in the local media? She'll be missed.
Fran Warren - The Best Lady, Miss Ya Mom
March 11, 2013
March 10, 2013
Fran is on the left
March 10, 2013
Debbie Wolfe Brynes
March 10, 2013
I'll miss our fun times together, her smile, great stories and her songs sung as if she was singing just for us.
Candy Kimmel-Kantor
March 10, 2013
Will always remember Fran, the stories are not appropriate to write, but Tina and I will always laugh when we reminisce. Fran you were one of a kind
The Williams Family
March 10, 2013
An amazing woman who blessed so many lives not only with her presence, but with her voice as well. She will be forever missed.
March 10, 2013
"Sundays" will never be the same.
"Robert" bob P
Stuart Shapiro
March 10, 2013
The real deal, substance and passion to spare. She will always feel as if she is here, even while she is missed.
AUDREY, DEBBIE, AUNT FRAN
AUDREY WOLFE
March 10, 2013
WILL MISS AUNT FRAN - ALWAYS CLASSY, GENEROUS, WARM, EXTREMELY FUNNY - WISH SHE WAS STILL AROUND
Fran Warren -
Athena (Tina) Witt
March 10, 2013
Fran Warren, A Hell of A Dame - She Made Magic when she sang.
A Big Lose, March 4, 2013, My Wonderful Mother, FRAN WARREN, We say Happy Birthday, Good Bye & Good Night, the day she was born & the day she passed @ 87 years later. She was a Big Band Era Singing Legend & With A Gold Record for "Sunday Kind of Love" (written for her) However, most importantly she was a Wonderful Woman & Mom. Her beautiful voice was only a glimpse into the amazing-ness that was Fran. I am blessed to have had her as a mom & to have known her as a friend, and she will live on in my heart and the hearts of those who loved her. Mom I Love & Miss You Already. Tina
Thank you All for the warm wishes & caring thoughts during the loss of Mom (Fran Warren). She is now Performing on the BIG STAGE in the sky & once again enjoying the company of her Loving Husband Woody, Beautiful Daughter Jody (Whom I miss both greatly) along with her parents & brothers. Rest in Peace you Wonderful Lady, you will be GREATLY missed & will always be in our hearts & minds. Love you Mom, Your Athena XOXO
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