Albert Earl Warden

Albert Earl Warden, 78, passed away on July 5, 2025. Al was born on November 25, 1946, to Albert Eugene and Cleone Warden in Ogden, Utah and was the first of their four boys. He grew up in Roy and Ogden with his three younger brothers: Jon, Jeff, and Kirk.

He attended Weber High School where he excelled in basketball, baseball, and football.

He later attended Utah State University on a baseball scholarship. Before graduating, he was drafted by the US Army and did a tour in Vietnam. Al was a member of the 1st Air Calvary Division and was recognized for his bravery and skill on the battlefield with multiple awards and decorations including the Bronze Star.

He dedicated over 30 years of his life to the Department of Veteran Affairs. He was incredibly dedicated to his work and loved helping fellow veterans. He received many awards for his work and continued to help family and friends with their claims well into his retirement.

Al adopted his first son, Brian, from his first marriage. Al then married the love of his life, Connie Kay (Hadley), on January 25, 1981. Together, they had three children, Courtney, Sara, and Darick. He was a dedicated father and spent countless hours showing his kids how to fix things, playing sports, or just chatting about life. He had seven grandchildren including six grandsons and one princess, all of which he was very proud of.

Al lived his life with integrity. He was empathetic, kind, incredibly intelligent, and humble. He was a capable handyman and enjoyed working on his homes and yard. He also loved being outdoors, collecting coins, and mastering his swing on the golf course.

Al is survived by his wife, Connie; his son, Darick (Nicole); and his seven grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Sara; sons, Brian and Courtney (MaryBeth); his parents; and brothers, Jon (Rita) and Kirk.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends may visit with family on Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the mortuary. Interment, Lindquist’s Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch, 1718 Combe Rd., where military honors will be accorded by VFW #1695. A luncheon will follow at the Genesis Project, 3525 Riverdale Rd., Ogden, UT 84405.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the George E. Wahlen Veterans Home. Checks can be made out to UDVMA – George E. Wahlen and mailed to 1102 N. 1200 W., Ogden, UT 84404.

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