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Harold Warner Obituary
WARNER, Harold Jr.
Beloved husband, father and friend to all
A long time resident of S. Creek Township, PA passed away Monday morning, October 13, 2008 at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center following an illness at the age of 79. Born on July 26, 1929 in Troy, PA, Harold was the son of the late Harold Sr. & Ada McKerrow Warner. A 1947 graduate of Troy High School; he married Erma B. Lathrop on July 6, 1948 in Mansfield and celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this past summer. Harold was employed by R.K.B. Enterprises in Elmira for over 40 years. His interests included, trains and steam engines and decorating their home at Christmas time. Active in his community, Harold was a charter member of the South Creek Volunteer Fire Department, former Building and Code Enforcement Officer for South Creek Township, a long time member of the Mountain Laurel Camping Club, an advocate and faithful member of the Gillett Senior Citizens Center. Surviving is his loving family, wife and companion, Erma Lathrop Warner, Gillett, PA; their children, Albert E. Warner, Elmira; Donald R. (Waneta) Warner, Bentley Creek, PA; Lynn G. (Karen) Warner, Bentley Creek, PA; and Debbie A. (Don) Lofstrom, Fairport, NY; a sister, Julia Moody, Sylvania, PA; grandchildren, Jason Warner, William Warner, Sara Smith, Matthew Warner, and Calvin Warner; and 8 beloved great grandchildren; a special neighbor and friend, Mary Carr. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport, NY on Thursday October 16, 2008 between the hours of 4-7 p.m. and again on Friday from 9-10 a.m. Funeral services will follow the Friday visitation at 10 a.m. Private graveside services will take place in Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton, PA. Memorial donations may be directed to Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave. Elmira, NY 14905 or the Gillett Senior Citizens Center, c/o Phyllis Ames, 33129 Rt. 14 Gillett, PA in his memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harold Warner
Carolynn Mickley
October 18, 2008
Erma and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I've know you and Harold all my live and he will be greatly miss. God bless you all.
Bud & Paula Ameigh
October 16, 2008
Debbie - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Take Care.
Carol Myfelt
October 15, 2008
Always enjoyed Mr. Warner's thoughts in the local newspapers.
Mary Carr
October 15, 2008
Ma Barker - I am sure going to miss Farmer Brown.....If it were not for you and Harold I would never have been able to stay in my house for so long....You are really like a second set of parents to me....I will always be here whenever you need me....thank you for all you have done for me and for roger and molly when they were sick....Harold will be really missed and my mom will have to find someone else to give her cookies and cakes to.....
Robert Rennie
October 15, 2008
I worked with Harold for 11 years at RKB. He was a wonferful person. It was my first job after returning from Vietnam. He was very helpful and kind to me. I will never forget that.
Nancy & Rick Hunsinger
October 14, 2008
Dear Erma & Families,
We are very sorry to hear about Harold. He is going to be greatly missed.
May God Bless u all and help u through this time of sorrow. Our deepest sympathies are with you all.
God Bless
Linda Smith
October 14, 2008
Don: Was so sad to hear of your dads passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Les & Diane Isbell
October 14, 2008
Erma & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Beverly Wimpling
October 14, 2008
Dear Erma and family--we are sending hugs and much sympathy to you and family at this time. May God bless you and yours-- Harry and Beverly Wimpling and family (Hicks/Lathrop) Canton, PA 17724
Jule and Barb Putnam
October 14, 2008
Erma and family,
We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness. Think of all the good times you have had together and know you have many special memories of all the nice things you have done. Always enjoyed visiting with Harold at the Gillett Senior Center. May God's blessing shine up on each and everone.
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