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Warren Rolph Dishman Jr.
Warren Rolph Dishman Jr.
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Warren Dishman Obituary
Born on June 11, 1943, in Nora, Va., he was the son of Warren Harding Dishman Sr. and the late Tracy Culbertson Dishman.
Survivors include his loving wife of 11 years, Marilyn Elaine Dishman; daughters, Donna Cicchini, Joan Oxenrider and husband Ricky, Loretta Spear and Robin McMillen and husband Alan, all of Maryland; son, Robert Dishman of the home; father, Warren Harding Dishman Sr. of Dante; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 11, at Owens Funeral Service Chapel, with the Rev. Charles Peake and the Rev. Alan McMillen Sr. officiating. Entombment will follow at Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Lebanon.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends on Sunday after 6 p.m. at the funeral home.
Owens Funeral Service, Lebanon, is in charge of arrangements.
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Marilyn Dishman
March 6, 2008
I am home in leaven dear ones all so happy all's so bright!
There's perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light.
All the pain and grief are over, every restless tossing passed;
I am now at peace forever, safely home in heaven at last.
Did you wonder I so calmly trod the valley of the shade?
Oh with Jesus' love illumined every dark and fearful glade!
And He came himself to meet me on the way so hard to tread
And with Jesus' arm to lean on, could I have one doubt or dread?
Then you must not grieve so sorely, for I love you dearly still:
Try to look beyond earth's shadows, pray to trust our Father's will.
There is work still waiting for you so you must not idle stand;
Do your work while life remaineth-you shall rest in Jesus land.
When that work is all completed, He will gently call you home;
Oh, the rapture of the meeting!
Oh, the joy to see you come.
Marilyn Dishman
March 6, 2008
When I come the end of the day
And the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set?
Miss me a little, but not too long
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love we once shared- Miss me, but let me go.
For this is a journey we all must take
And each must go alone.
It's all a part of the Maker's plan.
A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick at heart
Go to the friends we know
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds
Miss me, but let me go.
Marilyn Dishman
March 6, 2008
There's an open gate at the end of the road.
Through which each must go alone,
And there in a light we cannot see
Our Father claims his own;
Beyond the gate your loved one
Finds happiness and rest.
And there is comfort in the thought
That a loving God knows best
Vivian Wray
March 6, 2008
Warren joined my family at my sister, Marilyn's side 32 years ago. My niece, Robin, was just over a year old and I visited them often. As time went by, Robin and I became closer and I would swing over and pick her up to do some cruising and I would have a little visit with Mert and Warren. Warren was always friendly and did some pretty quirky stuff like nic-naming his family members. I gave him such a hard time with the nic-name he gave Robin--- ROACH. It stills floor me to hear that name. It makes us giggle but poor Rob-- makes her cringe. Anyway, as his grandchildren Abby and A.J. came into the picture I loved to hear his cute little names for them. They so loved their pop.
When Warren and Marilyn (Mert) moved to Virginia in 1994, I was amazed at how absolutely fabulously he kept the yard and house. His garden, his landscape and the cool little pond he created was so nice!!! He placed great care and a lot of time caring for their home.
One of my fondest memories of Warren was how he went on and on and on about my husband Mike's singing. He so praised Mike's voice!!! He commented on that often, saying where's Hammer and when will he sing again for us??
More fond memories accumulate when I recall my own children's memories of Uncle Warren. We adopted Benjie and Alex from Russia in 2002. When we made it to Virginia to see the Dishmans, the boys were amazed by the way Uncle Warren created the pond out front--with the tadpoles and then the frogs in it. The boys just squealed with glee. Also that trip my kids were delighted to be able to get in a little kiddie pool that was at Warren's house. They filled it up from the well and it was cold but the boys absolutely loved it. Benjie is a fish and we couldn't get him out of the pool-- even with blueish-purple lips he was sporting!!
Anyway, we will miss Warren and will remember him often in many things. May the good Lord bless his soul as he has us with the memories.
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Marilyn Dishman
March 5, 2008
My husband has placed such a huge amount of love in my heart and I will always remember the good times as the bad fades. I found this was particularly appropriate and we included it in his death picture/memorial.
"God's Garden"
God looked around his garden and he found an empty place.
He then looked down upon this earth, and saw your tired face.
He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering,
He knew you were in pain,
He knew that you would never get well on earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb.
So He closed your weary eyelids,
And whispered "Peace be Thine."
It broke our hearts to lose you,
but you didn't go alone,
For part of us went with you,
the day God called you home.
I will Love You Always!!!!
Elene Mosko
March 4, 2008
I am Robin's Cousin, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this time of grieving. I remember Warren when I was a little girl. One thing I know is no matter what he has burned memories, into all those that loved and got to know him.
Love,
Elene Mosko
Robin McMillen
March 3, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Charles-Teena Peake
March 1, 2008
Marilyn and Robbie we really will miss Warren. He is in the arms of Jesus and at peace. You are in our prayers.
We are glad that we got to know him
and the rest of the family.
Marilyn Dishman
February 29, 2008
I appreciate everyones deepest sympathy on Warrens death. As Warren would say "I know who my family and freinds are." I love him still with all my heart and soul. Now i miss him so very much. We shared life together through good and bad,sickness and good health. We always found comfort in each other. I know he is up there watching over me and our family and keeping us safe. There is a peace that one day we shall be together again. I will always love you. Your wife Marilyn.
Robert Dishman
February 29, 2008
I am the only son of Warren Dishman aka Superman. I really appreciate everyones sympathy and help. I know that my dad was one of the best people ever to walk gods green earth and that every life that he touched was blessed so im going to do as my dad always told me "Stop crying and suck it up bud" and move on the best way that i can in fulfilling his legacy that continues with me and my mother. I can only hope that i will make him as proud of me as i am of him.we are at peace knowing that he goes through no more pain and we will see him again. I love you and miss you dad 4ever in ours hearts and always on our minds. your son Robert Warren Dishman aka Bud
Michael Wray
February 28, 2008
Marilyn is my sister-in-law, so I guess that makes Warren my brother-in-law. I've known him for 13 years. He always treated me with respect. He always offered me friendship. I always knew where I stood with him. I will always remember him this way. He walks with Jesus. I now know I will see him again.
Pat dickerson
February 27, 2008
I met Warren about 30 yrs ago.. Although I have not seen him in a long time, there are many things I will remember about him. "Roach"!.. Marilyn, although he is not here with you physically, you know he is in your heart and life always. You are in my thoughts and prayers.. Trish Dickerson
Loretta Spear
February 26, 2008
I am Warrens' daughter, Loretta. I want to take this time to thank everone who will be writing about my Dad. He taught me so much about life and made me the person I am today. Dad you are missed greatly each and everyday. As we would say "never say goodbye, just say I'll see ya". No worries.
Warren R Dishman Jr
February 26, 2008
Warren & his friends
February 26, 2008
2 of the grandkids Abby(country pumpkin) & A.J.(Grasshopper)
February 26, 2008
Bear (R.I.P)
February 26, 2008
Pop and country pumpkin
February 26, 2008
Dishman Family
February 26, 2008
Warren and son Robert
February 26, 2008
Russell Burks Sr.
February 25, 2008
I didn't know you, but I went to school with your daughter. The values you instilled in her are a reflection of your character and personallity. I am sure that you are very proud parent as I too would be, rest in peace as you are now serving in the army of our LORD JESUS CHRIST.
Ang Newman
February 18, 2008
I remember Warren from Baltimore , He was a great friend . We lost contact for quite a few years , then I found my friend Marilyn thru her daughter and I remember Warren answering the phone , He was so exicited and talked and talked like the Man I remember :) Then a few months later I found out bout his illness, He will be Missed and Marilyn I Love you sweetie I may be miles apart But my thoughts hopes and Prayers along with Love are with you , Robbie and Robin. I will be calling later on sweetie
God Bless
Love ya ,
Ang
Jan & Charlotte Burkett
February 12, 2008
I remember "Bunny" when I was a child. He was always nice to our family. I'll keep you in our prayers.
dean vance
February 10, 2008
warren was a very dear friend of mine and he will be greatly missed.
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