Mary Lou Warren, age 80, of Toledo, OH passed away Saturday, June 20, 2015 in her home surrounded by her devoted family. The daughter of Harry and Anna (White) Benford she was born July 4, 1934 in Toledo.
Mary Lou was an exemplary caretaker and family meant everything to her. She was happiest when she gathered everyone together for food and celebration. She also enjoyed gardening – in which she had a “green thumb”, and in her younger years enjoyed bowling with family and friends in various leagues. Her spirit and sense of humor will be missed by everyone.
She is survived by her loving children, Tamara Warren, James (Sheri) Warren, Darla (Brian) McCarty; grandchildren, Andrew (Kara) Warren, Christopher Warren, Cassidy Dyas, Jay Digby, Jordan Digby; great-grandchild, Arianna Spencer-Tilley; sisters, Harriet Mexicott, and Bonnie (Tom) Dufour. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Warren; siblings, Sue Jordan, Harry Jr. “Sonny”, George and Jerry Benford; and great-granddaughter, Baylee Ella Warren.
A casual gathering celebrating her life will be held Friday, June 26, 2015 from 10 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 12 noon in Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel, 8300 Lewis Ave. Temperance, MI officiated by Rev. Rick Deisler. Cremation has taken place.
Online condolences may be shared at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com .