James C. Warden
October 21, 1976 ~ May 24, 2021
Born in: Key West, Florida
James "J.C." Christian Warden, 44, of Centerville, passed away, Monday, May 24, 2021 in an accidental drowning at his home. He was born on October 21, 1976 in Key West, Florida a son of James R. Warden and SuzAnne Bailor Warden.
He was a 1995 graduate of Maplewood High School and was a sous chef at many restaurants, including Jen's in Anchorage, Alaska.
J.C. was an avid Steelers fan, he loved traveling and had visited Greece and Thailand, being outdoors, and spending time at the lake fishing and watching wildlife.
He was a special son, when his parents were having health issues he left his job which he loved to come home to care for his parents. Material things meant nothing to J.C.. He just liked to offer others a helping hand. He will be known for his large heart and will be missing by all.
In addition to his parents; he is survived by a brother, Joshua L. Warden; grandmother, Helen E. Warden; and many aunts and uncles.
Mr you are a better man than. - The Yardbirds.
They say you have to be hated by millions to be loved by thousands. My brother was loved by every person who took the time to meet him. J.C. was truly awesome. He was my brother and best friend and I loved him. - Josh.
There will be no services held at this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in J.C.'s memory to Townville VFD and Ambulance Services, PO Box 6, Townville, Pennsylvania 16360 or Christian Aid Ministries SAR 9, Box 360, Berlin, Ohio 44610.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on J.C.'s Book of Memories online at www.warrenfh.com
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I can’t begin to say how sorry I am for Josh and JC’s family. I grew up with JC and considered him one of my very best friends. JC always had a way to make you laugh and enjoy the moment, no matter the circumstance. I really can’t imagine growing up without him. I have a million JC memories and always will. He was one of a kind, a great guy.
Stemming from a conversation with JC at Angie/Rachel’s house late one night in high school, I reached out to him in 2009, wanting to see if he still felt the way he did back then. This began a conversation that occurred, mostly late at night when neither of us could sleep, where we discuss books, food, politics, and our lives every few months. In 2011 he said of turning 40, “Funny we make it to this old.” One of the last things he said to me was to offer (thousands of miles from me) that he’d cook (my mostly vegan self) a delicious bass. He was there not just when I couldn’t sleep, but when I was sad or lost or angry at the world. It was easy and brilliant. We both loved to cook. We rarely had read the same things, but it was easy to discuss the literature that stirred us. We watched time pass us, the world turn upside down, and it was soothing to have him in my world. I can only wonder who I’ll reach out to late at night when the world turns to chaos.
Dear Jim, Sue and Josh,
I do remember JC and I remember you Josh growing up with Jamie and Heather. My heartaches for you all.
May God hold you, help you and see you through.
With love and prayers, Chris Watson
With deepest condolences, Chris Watson
The world will never be the same without JC. He was genuine, gentle, and a genius chef. My first introduction was by taste, when he shared his amazing talent at Anchorage’s finest restaurant. But most of all, I will never forget his kindness. My deepest condolences to everyone who knows who we have lost.
-Cara Staab
J.C. was a unique individual that was a pleasure to teach as a student and coach as a wrestler(he loved the front 1/4 nelson). He often crosses my mind. Eating Pizza and watching the TV show Red Green with J.C. and other team members at sections is one of my fondest coaching memories.
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I want to offer my deepest condolences to the whole family. As a youngster I was able to enjoy having the opportunity to know JC and become friends with him. I can recall all the fun times playing Nintendo with him and Josh as well as all the wrestling tournaments. I consider myself blessed to have been able to not only be friends with him but also to be welcomed in by his whole family. I am very grateful for the years that JC and I were able to have as friends. What a truly special man and a truly special family that will never fully understand the impact they have had and will continue to have on those the befriend.
My family’s thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Be blessed, and be a blessing
Jerry Burns