Warren Albert Barmore Obituary (1942

Warren A. Barmore went home to be with the Lord on July 22, 2026, following a brief illness. He was born in Bellingham, Washington to Fredrick and Charlotte Louane (Pinckney) Barmore on June 13, 1942. They lived in Bellingham, WA; Kodiak, AK; Atascadero, CA and Klamath Falls, OR where Warren graduated from high school in 1960. He graduated from Pacific University as a Doctor of Optometry in 1966. Warren served four years in the United States Air Force as an optometrist. He moved to Prosser in 1970 where he provided eye care for his patients for 46 years until he retired in June of 2016. Warren was an active member of the Prosser community and received Prosser’s “Distinguished Service Award” in 1974. He loved his family and served faithfully in the Covenant Presbyterian Church. Warren enjoyed his opportunities to share his gifts on mission trips for both his church and his profession. Photography was his favorite hobby and he valued the chance to capture meaningful moments throughout his life. His participation in local groups such as the Lion’s Club, the American Legion and the UGN Board showed his interest in the community. Warren served several times on the Prosser School Board, and he also looked forward to volunteering his time every week to tutor students in the “Help One Student to Succeed (HOSTS)” elementary school program. Warren will be remembered for his commitment to service and the positive influence he had on others. He is survived by his brothers Fred Barmore and Phillip Barmore (Judy), his wife of 53 years Marjorie (Albright) Barmore, his daughter Melissa Candanoza (Jesse) and his grandchildren, Logan Candanoza (Kyra), Kendra Schenck (Gabe), and Austin Candanoza.