Carter Funeral Home

Obituary For Richard Warren

Carter Funeral Home announces the peaceful transition of Mr. Richard T. Warren (96), of Banks, Alabama.

Mr. Warren, a WW II, U.S. Army Veteran transitioned into eternity during the early morning hours of May 25, 2023, in Alexander City, AL.

Richard Thomas Warren was born to the late Lille Mae and Ernest Warren, he was the sixth child. Richard was born July 4, 1926, in Inverness, Alabama.

After completing his schooling Richard enlisted in the US Army, then moved to Birmingham Alabama where he worked in the coal mine. In 1966 he headed west to San Francisco, California where he worked and retired from Standard Oil of California. Richard returned to Alabama moving into the family home in 1989. He reunited with Mt Calvary Baptist Church, in Banks Alabama. Richard served as a faithful member and usher.

Richard lived an exuberant life, he was an avid baseball fan, he loved to cook and hunt. Anytime, day or night you could find him sitting on his back porch listening to music and enjoying the fresh air with his cat, Mae Anna.

Richard was married to Annie G. Lane in 1948, to this union was born two boys.

Richard, transitioned from labor to reward on May 25, 2023 at Russel Medical in Alexander City. He was preceded in death by his siblings, John D. Warren, Lanny A. Warren, Gonner L. Warren, Essie B. Harris, Lillie Lee Blunt, Anna L. Christian, Mary Ester Thomas, Legenia Mason, Margaret R. Walker, Vernetta Warren, and Virginia Warren.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his children, Royal Cargile (Julia) Tuscaloosa, AL; Annie Jean Ware (William) Birmingham, AL, Leotis Warren (Callen) Fort Wayne, IN, Willie Warren (Marilyn) Hercules, CA, thirteen grandchildren and twenty-two great grandchildren, two sisters, Ernestine Johnson, CA, Alvesta Warren, NY, one brother Raymond Warren (Betty) NY, lifelong friend Mrs. Mattie L. Rogers and a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and his church family.

The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation on Friday, June 2, 2023, from 2 00 pm to 5 00 pm at Carter Funeral Home.

The Final Life Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 11 00 am. from the sanctuary of the Mt.Calvary Missionary Baptist Church.

The eulogy will be delivered by the pastor Rev. H. J. Fowler.

Interment with military honors will follow in the Mt.Calvary Baptist Cemetery.

In accordance with COVID sensitive precautions, all attendees are encouraged to utilize appropriate facial coverings and to practice social distancing.

The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to provide End of Life Services for the late Mr. Richard T. Warren.

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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Warren family. From Rick and Lynnette Lewis, Elk Grove California.

- Rick R Lewis

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In God's arms, Pops went too. He said in my house there are many mansions. If it were not so, I would not say so—servant! Well done. The old saying, We love him, but; God loves him best. We are sending nothing but love to you all. We are continuing in prayer. R. Michael and Beverly Bluitt-Stone

- Mike and Beverly Stone

Always thinking of you Pops. You were family as soon as you came into our lives—a man of great love and respect Love you and will miss you here We will see you later. Mike & and Beverly Stone

- Beverly BluittStone

From Pastor Spearman and Family

- James Spearman

Dear Family: With heartfelt and sincere condolences, we hope and pray for peace and comfort as you celebrate the homegoing of your beloved Mr. Richard Warren. We join you in thanking God for a long life and legacy here on this earth. We know you will miss him dearly. May we encourage your family and friends to always remember Mr. Richard in a special, loving, and happy way! And now, may he rest in peace forever! Love, The CHILDREN of the late Fred & Lizzie Crawford.

- Maxine Hicks

May your precious memories and the love and caring thoughts of family and friends around you bring comfort at this time.

- Hazel walker

May the peace of our Lord and Savior continue to heal the pain of losing your loved one. Keep the faith and do remember that your family is loved by many. Praying for you all. Love Wilma Walker Alford.

- Wilma Walker Alford

Prayers to Mr. Richard Warren' Family - God Blessing to the family. May Mr. Richard Warren "Rest In Heaven".

- Connie Douglad

Thank you for your expression of confidence by selecting our services. May time bring you comfort and strength. Sincerely, The Staff and Management of Carter Funeral Home

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