Valory Warncke Obituary
Valory was born on September 28, 1942, in Holgate, Ohio, to the late Louis and Lillian (Tadsen) Zachrich. She was preceded in death by her siblings, brothers Gary Zachrich and Terry Zachrich, sister Marjorie (Zachrich) Kahrs; and her beloved son, James M. Warncke.
Valory attended St. Paul Lutheran Church in Napoleon, Ohio, where her faith was a steady source of comfort and peace throughout her life. Guided quietly by faith, she carried a beautiful, selfless heart that reflected God's love in all she did. She didn't just speak her faith-she lived it.
Valory was the heart of her family, she loved deeply, with a love that was unconditional, comforting, and unwavering. She was our constant-steady, loving, and selfless in ways that didn't need words.
The little things she did every day-were actually everything. She taught by example how to be compassionate, how to care for others, and how to love without limits.
From the hearts of her family, she was our home. She loved quietly and completely-through her presence, patience, and unwavering care. Her strength was gentle, her love steady, and her heart endlessly giving. She was one of the greatest gifts of our lives, and we will forever hold her love in our hearts. She will forever be a part of who we are.
She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Rosebrook; her grandchildren, Brandon Rosebrook (Nicole), Brittany Rosebrook, Payton, Madison, Zachary and Skyelar Warncke; her great-grandchildren, Malina and David Mendez, Tristen and Macy Rosebrook.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on February 8th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1075 Glenwood Ave., Napoleon, Ohio, where family and friends are invited to come together in remembrance. A Memorial Service will follow at 3:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of Rodenberger-Gray Funeral Home. Online condolences may also be left for the family at rodenbergergray.com.
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Barbara Jackman Lake
January 23, 2026
Valory was my cousin. My mother, Jo Jackman, and her father, my Uncle Louie, were sister and brother. She and her sister, Marge, were so much fun while we were growing up. Much sympathy to her family and friends.
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