George M. Warren

George M. "Bud" Warren was born on November 2, 1923 to Alma and Bill Warren in Hallsville, Texas. He died on August 17, 2009 in Austin, Texas where he lived for over sixty-two years. Bud served in the Army Air Forces during World War II as a pilot in the Pacific Theater. He was a 2nd Lieutenant. He endured the misery of war, but he surely did enjoy flying those C-47s. Soon after their marriage in 1947, Bud and Pat (O'Brien), who survives him, settled in Austin. Their children, David Warren, Kelly Warren Smith, and Tracy Warren; and their grandchildren, Stephanie Barnett, Grant Smith, Meredith Warren, and Margot Warren also survive him, as well as Tracy's wife Jean, and Stephanie's husband Will. The roles of father and grandfather suited Bud. He was a natural. Bud worked in the wholesale heating and air-conditioning business, first with Milstead Co., then with K&M Supply, eventually founding the George Warren Co., which he owned until his retirement in 1998. He was known around town for his integrity and his ability to deal with the tough problems in the business. Known as "The Mayor of Stevenson Ave." by neighbors for blocks around, Bud humbly attributed this honor to his fifty-two years in residence. Bud had nine brothers and sisters, and thought that being a member of such a large family was the result of great good luck. Three brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Four of his sisters survive him: Charlotte Matthews of Austin, Doris King, Mary Starr, and Winifred Adams. There will be a visitation for family and friends beginning at 6:00 PM, Friday, August 28, 2009. A memorial service will begin at 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 29, 2009. Both will be at Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 3125 North Lamar Blvd