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James Michael Warner

1955 - 2008

BORN

1955

DIED

2008

James Warner Obituary

James Michael (Mike) Warner, 53, of Staffordsville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 25, 2008, at his home. He was born on September 25, 1955, at Pearisburg, Va. the son of the late James Edward and Mary Ellen Johnston Warner. He was also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Leland Blankenship. He worked for Verizon for 30 some years. He is survived by his wife, Joyce B. Warner, Staffordsville; one daughter, Charla Michelle Warner, Pearisburg; one granddaughter, Karleigh Jo Warner, Pulaski; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Barbara and David J. Whitehead, Staffordsville; Carol and Dean Allen, Wytheville; Christi and Tony Caldwell, Staffordsville; two stepchildren, Tasha (Kevin) Dunford and Billy Joe (Misheal) Spicer, of Narrows; many friends, nieces, nephews and stepgrandchildren. Funeral services will be Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Riverview Baptist Church, Ripplemead, with the Rev. Shawn Wilburn officiating. Burial in the Warner Family Cemetery at Wabash near Staffordsville. The visitation will be at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate, on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Sep. 27 to Sep. 28, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for James Warner

19 Entries

Freedom Kelley

September 21, 2025

I want to share a few memories of Mike from my life. He became part of my world when I was very young, and from the very beginning he took me under his wing and accepted me as his own. He taught me so many things-how to change my oil, how to shoot, how to drive backhoes-and more importantly, he showed me how to be generous and to stand up for myself and others.

Even after he and my mother divorced, Mike kept me on his health insurance until I was 26, a gift of stability that I will always be grateful for.

His mother, Mawmaw Warner, was one of my inspirations for becoming a nurse, and I wish they could see that I am now a doctor of nursing.

I recently found a photo of us at my high school graduation, both of us smiling so wide it looked like our faces might burst. It remains one of my most treasured memories.

Although I was not mentioned in the obituary, I want Mike to know that I always considered him my stepdad. Mike taught me that family isn´t only about the blood in our veins, but also about the people we choose to keep in our lives.

Blood may be thicker than water, but you can´t create blood without that water.

He was my family in every sense of the word. I will never forget him or the love and care he gave me. He made a lasting imprint on who I am today, and for that I will always be thankful.

Yvonne Munsey

October 3, 2008

We will miss you and always remember you. We know you are in heaven. You were a wonder brother-in law. The Lord will take of you now. Yvonne Munsey

Keri Blankenship

October 1, 2008

Love you always Uncle Mike!

Stella Stanley

October 1, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to anyone who knew Mike. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. We will miss you everyday. We know you are in heaven looking down on us. Thank you for being such a loving part of our family.

Diane Journell

September 30, 2008

Barbara and Christi -- We are so sorry to hear about Mike. You guys will be in our prayers. The Lord will take you through this -- I know sometimes it does not feel like it -- but he will get you to the other side. I wish we could be there to give you a hug but just know we have surrounded you in love and prayer.

Joey and Diane Journell

D.J. Jessee

September 29, 2008

To Mike's Family, my deepest sympathy to each of you upon Mike's passing. I worked with him for many years in Roanoke and he was a great guy, even for an Earnhardt fan. I'd not seen him for a while, since he came to Lebanon to help out with his mechanical magic there. May the many good memories I know you have of him bring comfort to you in this time of loss.

Donna Mabry

September 29, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. It's been many years since I last saw him. May God help each family member during this difficult time.

April Blankenship

September 29, 2008

May you rest in peace unkle mike

Kim Griffitts

September 28, 2008

Charla,
I am so sorry to about the passing of your father. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charmaine Carmack

September 28, 2008

I wanted to express my sincere sympathy to Mike's family. I worked with him in Roanoke at Verizon until my retirement in 2003. He was a great person always willing to help with anything that was needed. He was never too busy to answer a question or provide assistance. He always followed up on issues and got answers when required. He was a skilled mechanic that could fix anything!

What a loss you must feel!! I have not seen him in years, but have such fond memories of some jokes we played on our co-workers. He had a poker face and could pull them off so well. We'd discuss NASCAR racing & our dislike for one in particular - the #24 - we knew who we wanted to win but foremost who we DID NOT want to see win & had a lot of laughs. Each week, we'd have to analyze the race and I always looked forward to seeing Mike. I'm so shocked to hear of his sudden death as I'm sure you are, too, but they say the good die young and that is SO true in this case.

Take care -
Charmaine Carmack

BEVERLY HILTON

September 28, 2008

CHARLA WE ARE SO SORRY TO HERE OF THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD . BELIEVE ME HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED , LOVE AND PRAYERS ROGER, BEVERLY AND BRANDON HILTON IF YOU NEED US CALL 626-6223

Holly Mutter

September 28, 2008

We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Holly, Nancy, Karen and Mindy

Steve Atkins

September 28, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Mike. He was a good guy. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Charla, always remember that your dad will always be with you in your heart. Barbara - stay strong - I know its hard losing your baby brother. I will continue to pray for all of you in the days, months, and years ahead - they are hard but always take comfort in God as he will always be there.

Steve Atkins (Class of 73)

Ken Booth

September 28, 2008

Christi and Tony,

Our prayers are with you during this time and we are praying you have the peace and comfort of our Lord and Savior. Mike was a great guy and we had some great times together. He will be greatly missed. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

In His Grip,
Ken, Sharon and Morgan Booth
II Cor. 1:2-5

Debbie Atkins

September 28, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's death. I always thought highly of Mike. I haven't seen him for a long time but still remember the good old days at GHS. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Keep his memories close to your heart and he will always be with you.

Debbie Atkins (Class of 74)

Marvin Wilson

September 27, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Joyce Davis Longrie

September 27, 2008

I will be keeping all of you in my prayers. Mike was a wonderful person and I'm sure he will make a wonderful angel in heaven.

Freedom Kelley

September 27, 2008

Dearest Mike, I want to thank you for all those many years of being my step-dad. I loved you dearly and wished we had remained in close contact after I left for college. I will remember you always. May you find the peace you deserve.

Sharon Martin

September 27, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Michael.
He was a wonderful person.I have many great memories of him as he was in my class,the class of 1974.I also know all of his family who are wonderful also.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

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