George Thomas ‘Tommy’ Warren

Published 9:36 am Wednesday, February 10, 2021

October 3, 1957 – February 8, 2021

MURFREESBORO – George Thomas “Tommy” Warren, age 63, passed away on Monday, February 8, 2021, at Vidant Roanoke-Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie, NC.

Tommy was born in Halifax County, NC on October 3, 1957, the third child of the late Finton and Jean Warren of Murfreesboro, NC. Tommy grew up on the farm and chose to make farming his life’s work. He also worked many years as a Diesel mechanic until his health failed. He was a member of Meherrin Baptist Church, professing his faith at a young age. Tommy was dedicated to his family and enjoyed Westerns, particularly those featuring John Wayne. He loved country music and working outside. He enjoyed watching sports and was a big fan of the Carolina Panthers.

In addition to his parents, Tommy was predeceased by his brother, Gary.

Left to cherish his memory is his devoted wife, Teresa Flythe Warren; his daughters, Allison Lynn Warren of Raleigh, NC, Andrea Leigh Warren of Wilmington, NC; his son, Travis Bryan Warren of Murfreesboro, NC; his brother, Donald Keith Warren (Cheryl) of Murfreesboro, NC; and his sister Patricia Lynn Warren (Diane) of Winston-Salem, NC. Tommy is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the public is welcome to pay their respects and sign the guestbook on Thursday, February 11, 2021 from noon until 3 p.m. at Garrett-Sykes Memorial Chapel in Murfreesboro. Face masks and social distancing will be required.

A graveside celebration of life service will be held on Friday, February 12, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Meherrin Baptist Church Cemetery in Murfreesboro, NC, with the Reverend John Porter, officiating. Again, face masks and social distancing will be expected.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made directly to Meherrin Baptist Church, 519 Meherrin Lane, Murfreesboro, NC 27855 or online by visiting tmcfunding.com/searchfund:type-George“Tommy”Warren.

Garrett-Sykes Memorial Chapel is handling the arrangements for the Warren family and online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.garrettsykesfs.com.