Don H. Warner Jr.

Wadsworth - Don H. Warner Jr., age 81, of Wadsworth, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at his home in Wadsworth, after a period of declining health.

Born on July 26, 1944, in Akron, Ohio, Don was the son of the late Don and Rosemary (Wade) Warner. He graduated from John R. Buchtel High School in 1962 and went on to attend The University of Akron, St. Louis University, and Kent State University. On September 29, 1972, he married Linda J. Beach in Fairlawn, and she remains his loving wife and companion.

Don worked in sales throughout his life-representing insurance, motorcycles, cars, and even shoes. He later served the City of Wadsworth as Director of Public Safety for eight years, then served on commissions for the city. He concluded his professional career as a Broker with Edward Jones in Wadsworth for six years, retiring in 2006.

Active in his community, Don was a member of the Wadsworth Lions Club and previously belonged to the Wadsworth Kiwanis Club. He enjoyed crossword puzzles, adored his dogs, and was an avid reader. A gun enthusiast, he especially loved skeet shooting. Above all, he treasured the time spent with his family and friends, especially the Tuesday group, and Thursday morning neighbors' breakfast .

In addition to his wife, Linda, Don is survived by his daughter, Beth (Michael) Warner Kahn of Johns Creek, GA; twin grandsons, Felix and Warner Kahn; sisters, Mary Rasel of Ravenna and Nancy (John) Lacher of Delaware, OH; and niece and nephews, Adam Ballard, John (Krystn) Rasel, Jessica (Nathan) Lacher, and Michael (MiKayla) Lacher.

A Celebration of Life will be held in honor of Don's Life. Burial of ashes has taken place privately at Woodlawn Cemetery in Wadsworth.

Memorial contributions may be made to Caring Therapy Canines, P.O. Box 901, Wooster, OH 44691, Wadsworth Salvation Army, 527 College Street, Wadsworth, OH 442821 or a charity of the donor's choice.