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John Warren Obituary
Warren, John Ray, age 86, a native of Eclectic, Alabama, passed away on October 12, 2022. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Hatcher Warren; his three children; Neva Webb (Perry) of Pell City, AL; Joe Ray Warren (Alison) of St. Louis, MO; and D. Lee Warren of Montgomery; and his grandson, Hector Henry Warren of St. Louis, MO.
Ray was a member of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Montgomery. Ray served the community and State in numerous capacities, including volunteer leadership with AARP Alabama, the Alabama State Defense Force, the Lions Clubs, the Family Sunshine Center, military organizations, and as a member of the State Ethics Commission and the State Personnel Board. He served over 37 years in the military, retiring from the Alabama National Guard as a Colonel. He was blessed with an early retirement from State Farm, followed by retirement from the State of Alabama.
A private family prayer and sharing for Mr. Warren will be held on Friday, October 14, 2022, at the Gardens of Memory Mausoleum. A remembrance service for family and friends will be announced at a later date.
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Alva Lambert
October 18, 2022
Ray was a dear friend and always had a kind spirit.
Harold Hammond, AL Military Support Foundation Colleague
October 17, 2022
Ray Warren lived a purposeful life. His selfless devotion to his family, his Lord, his community and nation is a legacy worthy of note.
Anna Pritchett
October 17, 2022
A true champion for Alabama. I am so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was an amazing leader for AARP and had such a generous heart. We are all fortunate to have known him. Please keep us informed of the memorial service.
Alabama Military Support Foundation
October 17, 2022
We are all proud to have known and worked with Ray and were honored to have had him on our AMSF Board of Directors.
Our love and our prayers go out to Jo Ann and all his family.
May God bless each of you and our America which Ray loved!
Freda Thrower
October 16, 2022
So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He and Jo Ann were friends of my parents June Elkins and Hugh Smith. My sincere prayers for Jo Ann and all his family. Rest in Peace.
William Wall
October 15, 2022
Ray was a wonderful, wonderful friend who cared about his friends and family. I was privileged to know him and share many good times with him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest In Peace, Ray!
Bill Hawkins
October 14, 2022
Ray was wonderful to me as I began my career at AARP. I appreciated all he did for me. I am
So very sorry for your loss.
Sandi and Fred Gougr
October 14, 2022
You are in our thoughts and prayers-a real gentleman cared for so lovingly by his wife.
Laura Richburg
October 14, 2022
Jo Ann and family, so sorry to hear about Ray, I had just heard about it from a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Ray was such a sweet and dear friend of ours, he was special! May his memories give you joy and peace. Sending love and hugs for all the family.
James Hurst
October 14, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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