Gary Marvin Warden

Gary Warden died on July 15th. The truth seeking, artist and patriot was 82. You might have found Gary studying Foreign Affairs, painting or telling his grandchildren about his experiences in the United States Air Force. A man of diverse interests and experience, Gary obtained a bachelor of fine arts from Washburn University and then 10 years later went back to school to get a Masters Degree in Management. Serving in the United States Air Force for 26 years and obtaining the rank of Senior Master Sargent he was in harms* way in Vietnam, was part of the Military Assistance Group in Pakistan and managed nuclear warheads in England, among other assignments. He was a reserved man that did not aggrandize himself. Above all he was a good man who was kind and personable to all he met. Gary passed to the other side of the veil July 15, 2019 in the company of family members at his home in North Las Vegas after a struggle with lung cancer. His wife, Margery devotedly cared for him, especially the last six months of his life. They were married for forty-three years. He is also survived by his daughter Yasmeen Warden, his son Mark Warden, step-children Debbie Miles, Robert Elder and Scott Elder, as well as 11 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Gary was a life long learner, constantly reading from a myriad of interesting books, from autobiographies to theological texts, and historiographies to keeping up to date with current events. His most beloved pastime was painting. He had a wonderful creative eye and found beauty and design in everything around him, and used it to color his own art with a unique style. Primarily in line with the abstract modern, his paintings are rich with both geometric complexities and sensuous shapes. A convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Gary embraced his new faith later in life, joining the Church in his 50s. He held various callings in the church including serving a full-time mission with his wife Margery to Boston, Massachusetts, Church Service Missionary, Temple Worker and Counselor in a Bishopric of a single adult ward. Gary entered life in a small town in Missouri, created beauty in his art, traveled the world, served his country, and faithfully lived his faith, leaving a legacy of devoted integrity and love for his family to enjoy for generations. In lieu of flowers please donate the Nathan Adelson Hospice in Las Vegas or to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints humanitarian fund.

Gary Marvin Warden

August 18, 1936 - July 14, 2019