He was an active member of the Odessa Salvation Army Corps for over 30 years. He was a volunteer member of the disaster team, the Christmas program and advisory board. Ill health ended his volunteerism. He retired from Odessa College in 2004.
James especially loved a funny joke, a clever play on words, playing cribbage, and his two Chihuahua
pups, Emily and Tuffy. He always had a smile on his face.
Those left to cherish James’ love and memory are his wife, Dianne; son, Kelly Warden of OR; stepsons, Michael Feeser of Odessa, David Feeser and wife Louise of McKinney; brother, Jack Warden; brother in law, Oakley Baker; and grandchildren, Hannah Feeser and Beth Kimbrell and husband Cody; and great grandson, Nolan Ryan Kimbrell.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Warden and Geneva Johnson; and stepfather, Harold B. Peterson.
A memorial service will be held at the Odessa Salvation Army Chapel at 810 E 11th St, on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at 1:30 PM with Captain Jay Ward officiating.
Please visit odessafuneralhome.com to leave online condolences.
