St. Joseph - Blane C. Warren, 55, passed peacefully in his sleep on Monday (June 15, 2026) at Springfield Memorial Hospital, Springfield.
He was born on Jan. 11, 1971, to William and Betty (Grate) Warren, in Champaign. Blane grew up in Tolono riding motorcycles and was a local paper boy. He was full of energy and intelligence. He attended Tolono schools and St. Joseph High school for a time. He received his associate degree from Lakeland College in Mattoon. Blane was a mechanic, tire man and recycler. He loved to take things apart. He loved music, mostly metal music, which he enjoyed listening to as a security guard for many years at the Canopy Club in Champaign as well as Summer Camp Music Festival. For many years he was the face of the club, reminding you to have your IDs out and ready at the door.
Above all, Blane was a devoted husband to his wife, Lori Ann (Stewart) Warren. He was a father, grandfather, brother and friend. He loved fast cars and motorcycles, and those who knew him will remember his wicked sense of humor, intelligence and personality. Blane was a big man with a big heart and big personality. There wasn't anyone he didn't know.
He is survived by his loving wife, Lori, whom he loved dearly. He is also survived by his daughter, Malarie Terry; son, Michael Terry; stepson, Kenneth Misner; sister, Ronda (Gary) Sullivan; three grandchildren; and several cousins.
Blane was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved Aunt Missie.
The last few years of Blane's life were marked with illness and the inability to walk. Blane's family finds comfort that he is no longer in pain and is walking in heaven now with a perfect body. He will be remembered by the lives he touched and the memories he leaves behind. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.
Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. with a memorial service at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 22, at Freese Funeral Home, 302 E. Grand Ave., St. Joseph.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CatSnap or a charity of your choosing.
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