Joe was known as "Papa Joe" by family and friends. He was a kind, patient, and loving husband, father, and grandfather who loved his family. He was active member of Shiloh United Methodist Church until a stroke 8 years ago. He was an Army Veteran, a retired telephone company employee, and a 32nd degree Mason. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and piddling.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Gird Warren, Sr. and Grace Miley Warren; brother, Gird Warren, Jr.; and nephews, Ken Warren, Jr. and Matthew Warren.
Survivors are his wife of 66 years, the former Betty Jean Johnson; daughter, Melinda White (Larry); sons, Robert Warren (Shawn) and Richard Warren (Leigh); grandchildren, Justin Warren White, Emily Warren, and Jake Warren; sister, Gwen Pratt; brother, Ken Warren (Alice); and numerous nieces and nephews.
A special thanks goes out to caregiver Patricia Clay. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Shannon's Home of Hope at PO Box 223, Brandon, Mississippi 39043.
The family will receive friends from 9:00am until 11:00am on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at Shiloh United Methodist Church in Pelahatchie. The funeral service will follow at 11:00am that day at the Church.
