Harry Leo Warrior Jr.

Harry was born on April 21st, 1932 to Harry and Annie Warrior, in Tucson Arizona. He was the third of seven children, and had four sisters and two brothers. He grew up in Tucson Arizona and attended Tucson High School. Harry enjoyed working with his hands, building model airplanes and bird houses. He also enjoyed gardening, raising rabbits, and chores around the house. Harry would continue these hobbies throughout his lifetime. He also ran track for Tucson High School and he eventually graduated in 1950. Harry took employment with the Southern Pacific Railroad for approximately two years.

Harry was drafted into the United States Army in 1952, and he served in the Korean War. During his service, his leadership skills were recognized by his superior officers and he received a promotion to Staff Sergeant. Harry completed his tour of duty in June of 1954 and returned to Tucson. Seeking greater opportunities, Harry moved to Los Angeles, California. Harry became interested in X-Ray technology, and he enrolled in the Los Angeles County USC Medical Center School of Radiological Technology. Harry took a job at the U.S. Post Office to support himself through school. Harry completed X-Ray Technology school and earned his certification. He was then hired by Los Angeles County USC Medical Center in 1958. In 1966, Harry was promoted to Supervisor Technician Two, and he continued working for the LA County USC Medical Center until his retirement in August of 1984.

While living in Los Angeles, Harry met Catherine Webb. Harry and Cathy fell in love and were married in June of 1957. They had their first child, McCallister, born on November 20th, 1957. Harry and Cathy moved their new family to Fullerton California. In 1961, their second child, Ronald, was born. Harry and Cathy were married for approximately 26 years, until their divorce in 1983. in 1984, Harry set out to begin a new life and he moved to Modesto, California. He lived in Modesto until his father Harry Sr. became ill and needed full-time care. Harry moved from Modesto back to Tucson. He, along with his siblings, cared for Harry Sr. until his death in 1993, after a long illness. Harry continued to enjoy his retirement and life in Tucson. Some of his favorite things were travelling throughout the country and around the world. He was proud of his lifetime membership with the Greater Southern Arizona Area Chapter (GSAAC) of Tucson, his membership with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and the Seminole Indian Scouts Cemetery Association of Brackettville, Texas. Harry's greatest love was for his family.

Harry is survived by two brothers: Herman Warrior and Clarence Warrior; his two sons: McCallister and Ronald Warrior; his three grandchildren: Demond Warrior, Taylor Warrior Lytle, and Brian Warrior; four great-grandchildren, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and many friends and neighbors. Congratulations on a life well lived Harry. Rest in Peace.