Taylorville Obits

JoAnn Marie Warren

JoAnn Marie Warren, 58 of Taylorville, passed away at 7:37p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2020 at Taylorville Memorial Hospital E.R.  She was born on January 11, 1962 in Taylorville, the daughter of Gordon R. and Mary Ellen (McKinney) Leach.  JoAnn worked as a care giver for many years, most recently for Addus HomeCare.  She enjoyed reading, especially the bible, and had many pets over the years that she loved dearly.  JoAnn enjoyed attending car shows with Harry.  Together they enjoyed taking country cruises, appreciating old architecture and the changing of the landscape.  More than anything, JoAnn loved her grandchildren and spending time with them.  


She is survived by her long-time companion: Harry Allen of Taylorville; children: Elizabeth Keto (Brian) of Decatur, Lindsey Warren (Don Felton) of Taylorville, Anthony Warren (Katie) of Decatur, and Charles Warren of Taylorville; step-children: Dustin Allen (Toni) and Misty Tennant (Mike) both of Taylorville; grandchildren: Emma Keto, Devin Oller, Alexis Felton, Logan Felton, Seth Allen, Haley Allen, Madison Allen, Chaz Allen, McKenzie Allen, Bjorn Warren, and Waylon Warren; great grandchildren; brother: Thomas Leach (Sondra) of Olney; sister: Carol Casner (Greg) of Herrick; and several nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her parents and nephew: Jeremy Morgan.


JoAnn will be cremated, and the family will host a celebration of her life at a later date.  McClure Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.  Memories of JoAnn, or condolences to the family, may be shared online at www.mcclurefuneralhome.com.