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James Warn Obituary

James Edward Warn, 60, passed away at his home in Edmond, OK on March 1, 2003. Born in Okemah, OK May 8, 1942, he graduated in 1964, with a BSChE from Oklahoma State University. Following one year of employment with Monsanto Corporation in Alvin, Texas, he was employed by the Conoco Refining Corporation and spent two years at their refineries located in Ponca City, OK and Lake Charles, LA. In 1969, he joined Kerr McGee Refining Corporation at the Wynnewood, OK Refinery as Senior Process Engineer. During his twenty-six year career with Kerr McGee he also held positions of Senior Project Manager and Refinery Manager at the Wynnewood Refinery, Director of Planning and Vice President of Refining at the Oklahoma City corporate office; he went on to become Executive Vice President/ Chief Operating Officer of Kerr McGee Refining Corporation located in Houston, Texas. Additionally, he served on the Board of Directors of Halterman Inc. In 1995, after assisting with the sale of the Kerr McGee Corporation's Refining Division, he was employed as Chief Operating Officer of Greene and Associates, Inc., in Dallas, TX. In 1999, he retired to Edmond, OK. He was a 30 year member of National Petroleum Refiners Association holding a position on the Manufacturing Committee, American Petroleum Institute holding a position of the Operating Committee, and a member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers. Warn had the privilege of being a charter member of Leadership of Oklahoma and owner of Warn True Value Hardware in Okemah, OK. He was a member of Cathedral of the Hills in Edmond where he served as Deacon. Warn, was preceded in death by his loving parents Rev. Jodie and Gladys Warn. His survivors include: wife, Sharon of forty-five years and three sons Darren Warn, wife Kathy and children Kris, Acea and Megan of Edmond, OK; Craig Warn, wife Kendra and children Stephanie and Alec, Edmond OK; and Brett Warn, wife Ann and children Brittany and Pierce of Lawton, OK; brother, Lance Warn and wife Jane of Okemah, OK; sisters, Deborah and husband Jerry Stacy, Seminole, OK; Theresa and husband Rick Beasley of Branson, MO; and Kathy and husband Ronnie Wilbourn of Wewoka, OK; uncle Aubrey Campbell of Cucamonga, CA; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial services will be held at l0am Wednesday, March 5 at Cathedral of the Hills Church, 1600 E. 15th Street, Edmond, OK. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Highland Cemetery, Okemah, OK. Services are under the direction of Matthews Funeral Home of Edmond. Matthews Funeral Home Locally Owned 601 S. Kelly, Edmond 341-2787

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 4, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for James Warn

14 Entries

LaVetta Klachko

March 31, 2003

Dearest Family,

I have so much love in my heart for you all. I truly can feel you all. My prayers are non-stop for us all. My Love as always

Cousin Lavetta

Mac and Mary Jordan

March 13, 2003

Sharon--

In both his personal and professional lives, Jim showed those qualities which made him such a special person. He truly cared about other people, was loyal to his organization, focused on doing the right thing, and expressed a basic honesty and sincerity.

He was our friend and colleague. We will miss him, but memories of our times together will always be with us.

Our thoughts are with you, as you live through this most grievous time. We know you will persevere.

Mac and Mary

Monty Hughes

March 10, 2003

Dear Sharon and Family,

I remember Jim when he was plant manager at Wynnewood. I started with the company in 1982 in the Petroleum Marketing Department of KMRC in Oklahoma City. Later on, I met Darren when we were both in Corporate Purchasing in Oklahoma City. Years later, I met up with Jim again when I was transferred to Corpus Christi. I really hate to hear about your loss. Jim was a fine man and hard worker. He will be missed. God Bless You and your family.

Darrin Abel

March 10, 2003

Sharon,

I was saddenend to hear the news of Jim's passing. He was always kind to me and my family, and a wonderful friend to my dad. Jim's eulogy at dad's funeral was such a comfort to us. I know that dad was one of the first one's to greet Jim when he entered Heaven. God bless you and your family.

Darrin & Shelli Abel

Lubbock, TX

Cleve Kurz

March 10, 2003

Dear Sharon and family, So sorry to hear about your loss. May you find comfort in the Lord. Jim played a large part of my career in the refining business. He was plant manager when I first started with Kerr McGee in Wyneewood. I left Kerr McGee in 1992 and then contacted Jim in 1993. He was very gracious and I was back with Kerr Mcgee again in 1993. We have talked occasionally since then, the last time being just a few months ago. He seemed very content with life and placed great value on family and friends. We will all miss him and knowing Jim was a blessing in my life. May God bless all of you.

Rick Ragsdale

March 7, 2003

I just found out about your loss. Jim was a good boss and a great friend.JIM taught me so much about the oil business but through his life JIM taught me how a MAN should act. I love Jim & was proud to have him as a friend.

Marlene Hacksma

March 7, 2003

Dear Sharon and Family,

I received information from Kerr-McGee Friends in the Houston office about Jim's passing. I have many fond memories of KM Refining and working as Jim's secretary (for about 9 years) until Refining moved to Houston. What beautiful memories you will have of this gentle, honest man who cared deeply about his family and many friends. Jim and I both send you our condolences. Jim & Marlene Hacksma

Rodney Evans

March 7, 2003

Dear Sharon,

I was shocked and deeply saddened by your loss. I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to spend some time with you all in Santa Fe last May. Jim seemed to be so relaxed since his retirement. I would have tried to make the funeral, but my wife's brother also passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack in the early morning hours March 1. He was 52. God bless you and your family.

Ike & Debbie Brackin

March 6, 2003

Sharon,

I am very sorry for your loss. Debbie and I were just asking Walter and Carol how you all were doing. I found out from Pui-Nang Lin and Rodney Evans. Our prayers are with you and the kids.

Bill Walker

March 6, 2003

Dear Sharon and family,

I was deeply saddened to hear only yesterday of Jim's sudden passing. The last time I saw Jim was at Jerry Abel's funeral and I feel fortunate that we could spend time talking about the importance of family, friends and faith. I know that I speak for Jim's former Kerr-McGee Refining friends who respected him and will miss him very much. My prayers for God's abiding grace are with you and the entire Warn family.

DeWayne Misner

March 5, 2003

Dear Sharon,

My deepest sympathy for you and your family. I heard of Jim's passing through the Kerr - McGee Refining network. I had the highest respect for Jim and was glad to see that the both of you landed in Edmond following retirement. When we traveled together to the Refineries, he always spoke of family, his Oklahoma "roots" and even took the time out of his schedule to meet my parents on a trip to Cushing. All of us that worked for him knew that was the way he was.

Michelle Pierce

March 4, 2003

Aunt Sharon,

You have my deepest sympathy. I'm sorry I could not make this trip. I'm so glad most of the family were able to. I was in total shock when Paul told me the news about Uncle James. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. The great relief is that God will see you through and I know you will do good because of your spirituality and knowing that your will be with him again one day. For that we rejoice. I Love You!

Waymolene Abel

March 4, 2003

Sharon,

We were so surprised to hear of Jim's passing. He meant a lot to Jerry and our family. The boys and I will never forget the nice words he spoke at Jerry's services and the lovely poem you wrote. Please know that you are in my prayers. Waymolene Abel, Darrin Abel & Family, Larry Abel & Family

Donna Drozdowski

March 4, 2003

Sharon -- My sincere condolences to you and your family. I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's sudden death. He was such a friendly, helpful and caring neighbor. I will miss exchanging occasional email with him; he was very positive and encouraging. If there is ever anything I can do to help, please don't hesitate to contact me. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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