Arthur Ray "Art" Warren Jr.

Arthur Ray "Art" Warren, Jr., 92, of Gastonia, passed away April 5, 2018 at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas.

He was born May 7, 1925, a native of Gaston County, the son of the late Lula and Arthur R. Warren, Sr.

Art was a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps and served during World War II.  He was a member of Lowell-Smyre United Methodist Church in Lowell.  He loved his family and enjoyed walking around Eastridge Mall.  He was an out-going person and never met a stranger.

Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife Shirley Salmons Warren; son Steven Warren and wife Jenny; brother Bobby Gene Warren; sisters Celia Greeley, Nancy Hoffman; grandchildren, Haley and Logan Warren and a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Millie Chapman Warren; brother Ralph Warren; sisters Violet Warren, Beatrice Caldwell, Thelma Chitwood, Rita Wilson; Myrtle Ayers and Lucille Warren.

A memorial service, officiated by Pastor Wes Brown will be held 11 am, Monday, April 9, 2018 at Greene Funeral Service – South Chapel 1503 S. York Rd., Gastonia, NC.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Gaston Hospice (The Robin Johnson House) PO Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054.

Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.

Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneral.com