Julian Marion Warren
February 26, 1927 ~ October 5, 2016
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LAKE GASTON - Julian Marion Warren, M.D. passed away on October 5, 2016. He was born on February 26, 1927 in Spring Hope to George W. Warren, Sr. and Lou Anna Hathaway Warren.
He received his early education at Spring Hope School and graduated from Duke University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering in 1949. After working as a Mechanical Engineer with the LAGO Oil and Transport Company in Aruba, Dutch West Indies for two years, he then applied his skills at Engineering Research and Development Laboratories (Army Corps of Engineers) at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
He matriculated at the University of Virginia Medical School in 1952 and earned his Doctor of Medicine in 1956. Dr. Warren returned to Durham in 1957 to complete his medical residency at Watts Hospital, where his first son was born that year.
Dr. Warren moved back to Nash County to practice medicine and later in 1957 formed the Spring Hope Clinic with his friend and colleague Dr. Otis M. Lowry. They practiced together for almost 60 years.
Dr. Warren served the residents of Nash County and surrounding counties in the area of general practice and family medicine, serving his community through the provision of many medical disciplines, including emergency, internal, pediatric, obstetrics, geriatric, and cardio-pulmonary. He was one of the founding physicians of Nash General Hospital, which opened in 1971, and had admitting privileges at several area hospitals. He led several civic and professional organizations and particularly enjoyed his time as a Trustee and Chairman of the Advisory Committee for the University of Virginia Medical School.
Dr. Warren loved what he did and was proud of his family. He enjoyed telling his stories, especially those of his days playing football at Duke and his time as a young engineer in the Dutch West Indies. He was an Iron Duke and a Virginia Wahoo through and through and enjoyed good-natured rivalries with his Wolfpack, Demon Deacon and Tar Heel sons.
Dr. Warren is predeceased by his wife, Maxine Bissette Warren of Spring Hope; a son, Bradley Bissett Warren of Raleigh; four sisters, Lizzie Mae Warren and Virginia Warren of Spring Hope, Ida Leane Warren of Potomac, Md., and Janice Allen of Rocky Mount; and three brothers, George Warren, Jr. and Willard "Skip" Warren of Spring Hope, and Woodrow Warren of Louisburg.
He is survived by a son, The Honorable David Marion Warren and wife, Keena Bartley of Raleigh; son, Scott Wood Warren of Raleigh; granddaughters Ashley Davis Warren and Anne Cameron Warren; and grandsons McLean Marion Warren and Alexander Wood Warren. Also left behind to enjoy memories of him are his longtime employee and friend, Kristina Sherrod, a brilliant medical colleague and personal physician, Dr. Camilla A. Proctor, a special friend, Mary May of Lake Gaston, and his newly found friends at Spring Arbor-Raleigh.
The family extends its deepest appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Proctor, the Spring Arbor staff, and to the medical staff on Fifth Floor (A&B wings) of WakeMed, Raleigh Campus.
Following a private interment, the memorial service will be held at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Road, Rocky Mount, NC on Sunday, October 9th at 2:00 p.m. The Reverend Melanie Mudge of Christ Episcopal Church in Raleigh will preside. The family will receive friends after the service in the atrium.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Nash Community College Foundation, Attention: Dr. Julian Warren Fund, Post Office Box 7488, Rocky Mount, NC 27804-0488.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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I love you Popeye. You were such a wonderful grandfather. I should be smiling and grateful that you aren’t in pain anymore and are in a better place; however, I’m honestly very sad and lonely. I know these feelings will pass, but I just miss you so much and I just want to hug you and be by your side listening to stories about your childhood. You were one of the few people that could always make me smile or laugh. It makes this a little bit better knowing that you weren’t in pain in the end, and that the last time I saw you, you were joking about how beautiful the nurse was who came to check up on you. One of my fondest memories with you was when you put me on the back of your motorcycle and we rode around Lake Gaston. Of course, I had been jealous because beforehand I had been too young and small to ride on one. You lived a long life that wasn’t without it’s ups and downs, but in the end, you touched so many people’s lives. Uncle Bradley, Uncle Dink, my dad, Ashley, McLean, Alex, your parents, your brothers and sisters, Moosie, your friends, your patients, and me. Even complete strangers couldn’t help but marvel at how kind and humble you were despite accomplishing so much in your 89 years. Wherever I go, you will be holding my hand from above, because it’s just like you said, I’m your little princess and you’re the king ) I love you Popeye. -your loving granddaughter, (Anne) Cameron
David, Scott and families…. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss. Your Dad was an awesome man with a wicked sense of humor. He has been truly missed in Spring Hope. Cherish your many memories and keep them tucked in your heart!
I want to extend my condolences to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. I’m sure he touched many lives. The loss of a parent or grandparent can leave one with a sense of emptiness, but we can find comfort and encouragement from God’s word the Bible. Psalm 3418 assures us that God is close to the broken hearted, He saves those who are crushed in spirit. In the months and years to come, you will continue to need up building thoughts to help you through difficult days. I hope this Bible thought does that for your family.
Judge Warren & Scott, I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Wendy Parker
Dear Dink and Scott, So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I hope knowing he led such a full life brings comfort to you at this time. You are in my thoughts. Lisa Andracchio Stone
Julian was a medical colleague I greatly respected. He will certainly be missed. He took care of so many people over the years. Dink and Scott, you and your families are in our prayers at this difficult time. We regret that we are out of town and unable to visit with you. Sarah and Lloyd Bailey
To Dr. Warren’s family He was such a sweetheart, friend and great Doctor. I knew him most of my life. Back in the years when I was small he would make house calls and came to our home on several occasions. Then when I started work in the ER at NGH, many years later, we renewed a wonderful friendship. I am so sorry for your loss. Always had a smile and a wink. RIP my friend.
Dr Warren was our family doctor for many years. I remember the stories and the laughs we shared. Dr. Warren always had a big hug and a smile for you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family and his friends. Blessed be….