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Warren Handren Obituary
He was a graduate of the University of Massachusetts - Boston, where he earned his bachelor's degree in microbiology. After earning his degree, Warren worked for many years at Scott Laboratories in West Warwick, RI, which took him and his family to California for several years before returning to RI. Warren then went on to become Vice President of Parexel International for many years before retiring. While at Parexel he traveled extensively around the world meeting clients and building new business. Warren was a communicant of St. Philip's Church in Greenville, RI. He was always there and ready to help with a big smile. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. Warren was incredibly talented with woodworking. There wasn't a project he wouldn't undertake. He was a professional spider and bug killer for the fraidy cats of the family. He will always be known for fantastic Grandpa jokes and his incredible sense of humor. Warren was a huge Star Trek fan and always joked that he came from the Plant Auckh. He loved his family, his historical home, naming it Goosewing Farm, and enjoyed all of the endless pets and farm animals through the years. He always had a lap to sit on and looked forward to watching a good game of golf. He was Tiger Woods' biggest fan and his world stopped when Tiger was playing. Warren was the biggest romantic to his wife, daughters, and granddaughters, especially on Valentine 's Day. He was a friend, mentor, and gentleman to all who came to know him.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his five children, Denice Sarli and her husband, Kevin, Marisol Handren, Patrick Handren and his fiancée, Kaylee Bastien, Teraesa Handren and Karissa Handren; his siblings, Charles Handren and Laurie Handren Wood; five grandchildren, Lorelai, Madelyn and Elliot Sarli, Colton and Serenity Handren; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was the father of the late Christopher Handren and brother of the late Linda Lewis and Jean LeFebvre.
His funeral will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 9 a.m. from the MACERONI FUNERAL HOME, 1381 Smith St., North Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Philip's Church, 622 Putnam Pike, Greenville. Interment will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 3, 2023 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Warren's memory may be made to Beacon Hospice, 1 Catamore Blvd., East Providence, RI 02914.
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Gail Boranian
March 31, 2023
Dear Marie and family: Chuck and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of Warren. He was a wonderful husband and father and grandfather. It was always a pleasure to be in his company. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Warren Rest in Peace. Charles and Gail-Ann Boranian
Tim Burrows
March 30, 2023
Dear All, my deepest sympathies on your loss. I worked with Warren for a number of years at Parexel, and he was a fantastic colleague. I will always remember his kindness to me when I first joined the company, and how he looked after me when I visited Princeton from the UK for client meetings. He was an absolute joy to work with. He was totally professional and yet always caring and willing to share his vast experiences with myself and others. I learnt a lot from him and I really appreciated his wisdom and council. The last time I saw Warren in person was several years ago in Philadelphia, when he and I raised a glass to each other and said how much we each appreciated our collaboration together. It is a beautiful memory that I will always cherish. Warren was a fantastic human being who I am glad to have met and worked with. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Noreen Lynch
March 30, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Warren. It was my absolute privilege to have had the opportunity to work closely with Warren for many years whilst he was at Parexel. He was the kindest person, whose eyes lit up when he spoke about his wife and family. I know the heartache and emptiness his passing will create but know that so many lives were better for having known Warren. I send all my love to the family. Noreen
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