Martha Carol Warren

Martha Carol Warren, née Oerly, passed away peacefully at Nathan Adelson Hospice in Las Vegas, Nevada, on June 6, 2026, at the age of 77, after a period of declining health. She was born on December 15, 1948, in Memphis, Tennessee.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Anne Lucille Boyd Oerly and Major Samuel H. Oerly, USMC, a decorated Marine Corps aviator who served during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam era; her infant brother, William Cleveland Moore Jr.; her brother, Wallace Kirkpatrick Moore; and her beloved son-in-law, Daniel William Grant.

She is survived by her daughters, Jennifer Anne Grant of Henderson, Nevada, and Crissy Griffin of Prattville, Alabama; her adored granddaughter, Ava Caroline Grant of Henderson, Nevada, who held a special place in her heart and brought her immeasurable joy and pride.

Carol earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Alabama. A lifelong learner, she believed deeply in the value of education and carried an inquisitive mind and love of learning throughout her life. She also carried great pride in her family’s military heritage and often spoke fondly of her father and his distinguished service to our country.

An accomplished bridge player, Carol achieved the distinguished rank of Four-Time Gold Life Master through the American Contract Bridge League, an honor reflecting exceptional skill, dedication, and decades of competitive success. She devoted many years to teaching, directing, and mentoring players at bridge clubs, sharing her love of the game with countless others. She embraced online bridge in its early years and enjoyed competing with players from around the world. One of her favorite stories was having the opportunity to play online with Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, whom she always described as exceptional players. It was a memory she shared often and reflected both her passion for the game and her appreciation for great competition.

Carol was also a die-hard Auburn Tigers fan and an enthusiastic college football sports bettor. Saturdays in the fall revolved around Auburn football, and she proudly put her own spin on everyday conversations by calling anything exceptional “AUSOME,” a tribute to the university she loved so much. It was one of her signature expressions and one that family and friends will always remember with a smile.

In later years, she found immense joy in spoiling her cherished granddogs, Jazzy, Roxxi, Poopy, Monkey, and Melli, treating each as if they were her own. She loved attending local Las Vegas horse shows to watch her granddaughter, Ava Caroline, compete with her beloved pony, Silver Dollar. Carol also adored the many horses that became part of her family’s life, especially Elmo and Rico, and delighted in hearing about their adventures.

An enthusiastic supporter of the equestrian community, Carol faithfully followed riders and horses on social media and celebrated their accomplishments as though they were her own. She was an active presence on Facebook and Instagram, where she brightened the days of friends by sharing heartwarming animal videos and connecting with countless people who shared her love for animals and horses.

Carol lived a colorful life filled with learning, friendship, laughter, bridge, Auburn football, horses, and an unwavering love for animals. Her sharp mind, unmistakable sense of humor, and enthusiasm for the things she loved left a lasting impression on the many friends whose lives she touched. She will be remembered for her love of bridge, her devotion to animals, her unwavering Auburn spirit, and the joy she found in sharing those passions with others.

Her legacy lives on through the friendships she built, the bridge players she mentored, the animals she cherished, and the countless stories that will continue to be shared by those who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The CDP Foundation in Carol’s memory. Watching her granddaughter, Ava Caroline, pursue her passion for equestrian sport was one of Carol’s greatest joys, and the family believes there is no better way to honor her memory than by helping provide scholarship opportunities for future young riders.

In honor of Carol, hug your dog, feed your horse an extra treat, play a hand of bridge with a friend, and laugh at yourself once in a while.