Garrison M. Warren Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Our Beloved Garrison M. Warren, son of the late Edna V. Warren and Charles Warren was born November 2, 1948 in Baltimore, Maryland. He received his wings suddenly, transitioning from life to eternal rest on Monday, May 17, 2021. At an early age, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior at Wayland Baptist Church. Garrison received his formal education at Carver Vocational Technical High School in 1967. In his quest to further his education, he attended Morgan State University. In 1968, he was enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served his country until his discharge in 1970. He received several awards for his achievements while in the military. After his discharge from the Marine Corps, he became employed at Domino Sugar Refinery in Baltimore, MD. After 40 years of employment, he retired from his labor at Domino. Garrison was a man after God’s own heart. He loved to sing to the glory of God. He served on the Community Choir, Wayland Baptist Church Choir, City Temple Choir, and Rising Sun First Baptist Church Choir for several years. He was also one of the lead singers of the Original Little Ark Group where they had several recordings and singing engagements. He was an active member and served as president of male chorus at Shiloh Christian Community Church until his transition. In 1984, Garrison met the love of his life, Joan Marie Johnson whom he married in 1988. Their union and marriage were a match made in Heaven. They enjoyed traveling the world, serving God, and spending time with family and friends. Garrison especially loved to share in family events with his blended family that consisted of his daughters, Monaye M. Rikard and Kenya Johnson and his sons, Mitchell Warren and Kareem Johnson. He also loved to take his grandchildren Brittney Paschall, Akim Warren, Keon Johnson, Shamar Johnson, and Kamyle Rikard on vacations. He was truly fond of his mother-in-love, Ruby Fenwick and his mother figure, Mother Sadie Baldwin who were inspirations to him after the death of his mother. He made a major impact on the lives of everyone that he came in contact with. He had such a giving heart and would give you his last. Garrison was a man of class and style. He was very particular about his appearance. He was known as the “hat man” because he wore all style hats with every outfit. His weekly regiment consisted of exercising, walking, and going to the fitness center. He enjoyed dancing, skating, and most of all singing and music. He was a recipient of many awards as a result of his singing talent. He loved to bring laughter and positive energy to all. He was simply the life of the party. He was an advocate for keeping memories by way of videos. It was his thoughts that videos captured memories that were most lasting. He was a black belt in karate and enjoyed showing his grandchildren some of his famous karate moves. Garrison was a sports fan of football and boxing. He particularly loved to watch the Ravens football team. Garrison leaves to cherish his fond memories to a devoted and loving wife, Joan Warren; four children, Monaye Rikard (George), Mitchell Warren, Kenya Johnson, and Kareem Johnson (Melissa); five grandchildren, Brittney Paschall, Akim Warren, Keon Johnson, Shamar Johnson, and Kamyle Rikard; special god-daughter, Jasmine Hale and Kia Burke; two sisters, Valerie Powers (Ty) and Stephanie Warren; one brother, Lemuel Carey (Debbie) and Charles Rosco Warren and Beatrice "Cookie" Alston who preceded him in death; mother-in-love, Ruby Fenwick; two sisters-in-love, Vanessa Yerby and Jacqueline Opher; two brothers-in-love, Kevin Opher and Ivan Opher (Ronette); hosts of special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; Four special friends, Jody, Winston, Billy, and Bobby.

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Garrison M. Warren

November 2, 1948 - May 17, 2021