BORN

1919

DIED

2010

John "Jack" Warnecke Obituary

Renowned architect John Carl "Jack" Warnecke, who designed environmentally consonant buildings around the world and believed there was no finer spot on Earth than his family's ranch on a big bend in the Russian River in Alexander Valley, died April 17 at age 91.

Published by Press Democrat from Apr. 20 to Jun. 30, 2010.
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I am sorry to hear of your loss and want to share that we are the fortunate owners of a 1935 Warnecke designed home on Arlington Way in Martinez, California.

Linda Tyler

January 31, 2011

Dear Margo, Fred and Rodger,
I just found out about Mr. Warnecke. I am so sorry to hear about him. I remembered him when I went up to the ranch to stay with my Grandma Allen. I am sure you remember me. Cheryl Steinke. Grandma passed away about 6 years ago. When I was going thru some of her belongings I found some letters that Mr. Warnecke sent to grandma on a daily basis when he went to the East. If you would like copies of them for the book please let me know. I would also like to get a copy of it when it is published. Again I am so sorry... I have some very nice memories of your family when I was growing up.
Sincerely
Cheryl Leddington (Steinke)

Cheryl Leddington (Steinke)

July 30, 2010

Dear Margo, Fred and Rodger,
I look forward to joining you, your families and Jack's friends Sunday at the Ranch to celebrate his life. Your Dad provided me with he opportunity to spend time over the years at the ranch and I share your family's love of that land. The year, 1981 - 1982 that I lived in the little white house was filled with treasured memories and some of Jack's "teachings" over the 40 years that I knew him resonate still.
Sharon Fane

Sharon Fane

May 10, 2010

Deepest sympathy to the Warnecke Family. It was always a pleasure working with Jack over the years.
Curtis & Associates

Curtis & Associates

April 27, 2010

Dear Margo and Rodger,

I am so sorry for your loss. I never met your father, but I know that he must have been an extraordinary man to produce two talented, beautiful human beings like yourselves. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rosemary Milbrath

April 26, 2010

As a former Warnecke employee in San Francisco I will always remember Jack presiding over the company picnics at the Ranch. He seemed his happiest there.

Mary Britton

April 25, 2010

REST IN PEACE

SCOTT CHAMBERLAND

April 23, 2010

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