Warren L. Shears, 85, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on August 18, 2026. Born February 17, 1941 in Arbovale, West Virginia. Warren lived a life marked by steady devotion, quiet strength, and a deep appreciation for the simple, lasting joys.
Warren worked at GE for many years, doing anything and everything from assembly to maintenance, as the story was often told with a dry, knowing wit, he came to what do what he considered the most important work of all - carrying around a broom. It was a fitting reflection of his practical nature and the dignity he found in showing up, pitching in, and taking care of what needed to be done.
Outside of work, Warren took pride in caring for his lawn, tending it with the kind of patience and attention that spoke to his steady character. He also valued friendship and routine, enjoying games of pool with friends every Wednesday and Friday. Most of all, he treasured traveling with his wife, Elizabeth, sharing miles, memories, and the companionship.
Warren is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Ann Shears (Decker); his son, Ron Shears; Angie (Rittman) Shears wife of Ron; his daughter, Lynnette Lang (Shears); grandchildren, Tiffany Mann (Jonah), Connor Shears, Hannah Lang, Jacob Shears, Jared Shears, and Nathan Lang; great-grandchildren, Gracee Mann and Adalynn Mann; and siblings, Willard Shears, Charlotte (Shears) Ervin, Wrandle Shears, and George Shears.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Clifford Shears; his grandmother, Rosa Shears (Gillispie); his father, Bernard Shears; his mother, Hazel Shears; his brother, Wallace Shears; and his sister, Vicky Shears.
Visitation will be held at Schoppenhorst Funeral & Cremation Services at Okolona, 8519 Preston Hwy, Louisville, KY 40219 on August 21, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
A funeral service will be held at Schoppenhorst Funeral & Cremation Services at Okolona, 8519 Preston Hwy, Louisville, KY 40219 on August 22, 2026, at 11:00 am.
Burial will take place at McGrew Cemetery, 775 McGrew Church Road, Anneta, KY 42754, on August 22, 2026.
