of Floral, AR
August 30, 1932 - February 2, 2022
Hilda Lorelei Altom Warren, 89, of Floral, Arkansas passed away February 2, 2022.
Lorelei was born August 30, 1932 in rural Floral to Lee Roy and Mary Jane (Anderson) Altom.
Lorelei graduated from Floral Public Schools at the age of 15 as valedictorian. She attended Arkansas College, came home and began teaching 3rd and 4th grades at the age of 16. She was a beloved teacher. She finished her Bachelors of Art in Education from The University of Arkansas (GO HOGS!) at 19. She married the love of her life in her family home on her 20th birthday. They have been happily married for 69 years.
She was very active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Her life was dedicated to her family. Her hobbies included her family and friends, art, painting pictures on canvas and rocks, decorating cakes, sewing for herself and her daughter, and making quilts. She has made special quilts for all of her children and grandchildren as well as a memory quilt for every family reunion for over 20 years.
Survivors include her husband, Donald Eugene "Gene" Warren of the home; two sons, Don Warren (Thao) of Arlington, Texas, and Steven Warren (Heather) of Salem, Utah; one daughter, Natalie Warren-Dees (Dennis) of Arlington, Texas; two sisters, Margarett Henley (Wayne) of Batesville, Arkansas, and Marilyn Louise Petree (Wayne) of Cedar Hill, Texas; nine grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Services will be private.
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17 Condolence(s)
Linda Betts Rosa
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Lorelei and I were second cousins once removed ... she was born and brought up in Arkansas and I was born and brought up in upstate central New York and we never met in person until 1998 when she and her Mom and sisters flew to the northeast to visit the area where her grandfather originated. Our grandmothers and mothers wrote letters back and forth so faithfully that we always felt like cousins! I was so happy and excited to meet Lorelei and then we kept in touch closer than before we met. She wrote beautiful letters telling about her family. I am saddened by her passing yet comforted knowing she is watching over all her family...rest in peace sweet Lorelei!
Michael and Sharon Hughlett
Sunday, February 13, 2022
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Lorelei Warren. She and her entire family have been role models for both of us more than 60 years. She was a wonderful person.
Elaine Hintze
Friday, February 11, 2022
My love to Lorelei's family. I worked in Relief Society as a Councilor to her. She taught me so much. She kept in touch through many years. I remember her daughter being in HS and when she started college. Lorelei was a humble, meek, filled with many gifts daughter of Heavenly Father. She brought much good into this world.
Elaine Hintze
Jennifer Gilbert
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Sister Warren was one of my all time favorite Young Women's leaders. We all knew how much she loved her Savior and we knew how much she loved us. This continued through my married life whenever I was blessed to see or talk to her. I am so thankful to have had her be a part of my life. My condolences to her family. She was a wonderful woman and I loved her.
Michelle Schopper
Thursday, February 10, 2022
I have the most wonderful memories of Sister Warren. She was one of the kindest women and spiritual women I have known. I still have the cute animal rock she painted for me 20 years ago before I had a surgery. Everytime I think of her, my heart smiles. Prayers to all the family.
Richard & Cathy Cunningham
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Gene, Donny, Steve, and Natalie, (and Loralei), Oh, how we love the Warrens. We could list hundreds of experiences and blessings that you have meant in our lives. We remember so many experiences if we even think your names of the love you showed each of us personally. Our children didn't want to leave your home because you made it so fun to be there. Although we lived in Carthage, we came to church in Joplin. I remember Loralei introducing Sonja Bodon once saying she wished she had an accent because she loved Sonja's so much. I immediately chuckled because she had her own unique accent.. Well, we loved your Arkansas accent dearly. We never ever were on her presence that she didn't have a smile on her face and her smile was beautiful. Thank you Gene for taking such tender care of her. We love all of you Warren's. Richard and Cathy Cunningham
JANE VINSON
Monday, February 7, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family. Fly high sweet angel.
Louise Hooper
Monday, February 7, 2022
Margaret, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.
Paul johnson
Monday, February 7, 2022
So sorry to hear. She was a great lady.
Wendie Dunaway
Monday, February 7, 2022
My love and prayers to Gene and family! Lorelei was a mentor and Mom to one of my best friends- it was a blessing to know her- to be served and taught by her and to serve and help her as she took care of her Mom! I treasure those days and memories . Heaven truly rejoiced to welcome her home! Til we all meet again♥️
Carolyn Buchanan
Monday, February 7, 2022
Margaret, I tried to find a phone # to call you! I knew the minute I saw your sister's pic in obituary that she had to be your sister! You look so much alike! I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers!!!
Kath Sperry Baker
Saturday, February 5, 2022
The most beloved family in JoplinMO ... Thanks for all the times you included us all for Thanksgiving or movie night. I can imagine beautiful Sister Warren being warmly welcomed in clouds of glory, encircled in ancestors' welcome Home... Keep loves banner floating o'er you....'till we meet again love you all, Kath
Terri Holgate
Saturday, February 5, 2022
We met at the old building on Byers and our families were intertwined for many years. What fun we had… Thanks for all the love. I hope there's a picnic in Heaven so those on the other side can talk about all the great memories we have shared. Mom's birthday celebrations would not have been the same without you both. May the Lord bless and keep you all❣️
Rita Kay and Joseph R. Hughlett
Saturday, February 5, 2022
We were very sad to hear about the passing away of Lorelei. In our 60+ years of knowing you both, I must say "all good memories". Thanks for being great examples. Your are very special!
Rita Kay & Joseph R. Hughlett
Nela Marie Coldwell Lane
Saturday, February 5, 2022
Margarett, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.
Dale and Penelope King
Saturday, February 5, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a very special blessing in our life. I know Heavenly Father has welcomed her home with open arms. We love all of you.
Don & Mary Thornton
Saturday, February 5, 2022
Our love and blessings to you