Bobby Joe Warren of Samson, AL passed away at his home on Monday, May 18, 2026. He was 84 years old.
A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Travelers Rest Cemetery in Samson, AL with Rev. Danny Branch officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to First Baptist Church of Samson, 100 W. Main Street, Samson, AL 36375, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Bobby Joe was born in Samson, AL on November 17, 1941, to the late James Sullivan and Edna Sue Thames Warren. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandson, Warren Tate Sutherland; sister, Betty W. Sumner; and brother, Bill Warren.
Bobby Joe was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was marked by hard work, kindness, and a deep love for family, community, and the land he cherished.
Bobby Joe worked and retired after 30 years in the textile industry. After retiring from textiles, he continued to serve his community by owning and operating Warren BP in Samson for more than 25 years. He took great pride in his business and especially enjoyed interacting with the public each day. He had a special fondness for the children who came into the store with their parents and grandparents, and he always welcomed them with warmth and a friendly smile.
His true passion was cattle farming, and he loved anything to do with farming and agriculture. Bobby Joe found great satisfaction in working the land and caring for his cattle, and he approached that work with patience, knowledge, and pride.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 62 years, Peggy D. Warren of Samson, AL; daughter, Dawn Averett (Eddie) of Chancellor, AL; son, Derek Warren (Rebecca) of Samson, AL; two grandchildren, Jessie Jones (James) of Samson, AL, and Derek Allen Warren of Pensacola, FL; great granddaughter, Ada Jane Jones of Samson, AL; one brother, Donny Warren (Jawona) of Warner Robins, GA; four bonus grandchildren, Ashley Averett Powell, Mallory Averett Mixon, Cory Sutherland, and Alex Sutherland; and several nieces and nephews.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
