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Jeffrey Warner Obituary
PORTVILLE - On Sunday (Oct. 13, 2024) Jeffrey Vern Warner passed away in his home, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, with all of his family by his side.
Born Sept. 16, 1962, in Olean, he was the son of Nancy and James Warner. On Dec. 29, 1990, Jeff married his better half, Karen M. Warner.
Jeff was a resident of Portville and graduated from Portville Central School. He attended St. Bonaventure University and had a masters degree in education and Spanish.
Jeffrey was a Spanish teacher and soccer coach at Andover Central School for many years. He loved teaching all grades and was always there to lend a hand to all of his coworkers. He was well known for jumping on desks and his ability to make every person feel welcome.
After teaching high school, Jeff moved on to become a Spanish professor at St. Bonaventure University. Jeffrey loved working at SBU, especially working with his best friend, Jose' Medrano. On April 25, 2024, Jeffrey was awarded the Adjunct Faculty Award for Professional Excellence.
Jeffrey was a huge family man. He loved to spend his free time playing bingo with his wife Karen, late night chats with Nikita, football chats with Jordan, gossiping with Bree and cards with Paula, Dick and Ronnie.
Jeffrey is survived by his wife, Karen; his children, Nikita Warner, Bree (Jordan, who he loved as much as his own) Reed and Zeke Warner; and his grandchildren, Elton, Evee, Rosalie, Harper, Wesley Vern and Aspen, who were his true purpose in life. He was the best Papa in the entire world. He spent every single day with his grand-babies and loved every single minute of it. He is also survived by his parents, Nancy and James Warner; four siblings, LuAnn, Mike, Kim and Bo; and some amazing nieces and nephews.
There will be a private celebration of Jeffrey's life at a later date.
Memorials if desired may be made to Kids and Cancer Benefit Run, P.O. Box 1299, Bradford, PA 16701, or visit the website https://kidsandcancerbenefitrun.com/donate-memorial/.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.
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Ellie Kistner
November 27, 2024
It has been some time and I still think about the Warner family almost every day, and I am so sorry for all of your losses. He talked about his grandkids every single day in class, it was so evident how much he adored his family. He would frequently say "I tell my grandkids the same thing i tell you guys" when explaining something to us or trying to teach us something. I am so heartbroken over this loss and I am sending all of Mr. Warners loved ones positive thoughts
Cindy seasons in the mall
October 22, 2024
So sorry for your loss I worked in the mall with you guys both such nice people . Jeff seemed like a really great guy will be missed.
Joan Struchen
October 17, 2024
I worked with Jeff at ST Francis Hospital. I remember him as being kind and
friendly. I am sorry for your time of sorrow.
Lynne Gagliardo
October 17, 2024
Jeff was a great guy and I am very saddened to hear of his illness. My sincerest condolences to the Warner family and friends. I will always remember Jeff as someone that could make you smile when your day was not going the way it should. Rest in peace Jeff! Karen, I am truly sorry you lost your husband, best friend and perfect match. Jim and Family, I cannot imagine the pain you're feeling right now. Your child is your child no matter how old they are. I am so very sorry for you.
Beth Vandenberg/Wymer
October 16, 2024
I had worked with Jeff many years ago at ST Francis Hosp. He was a super nice man. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Madison Braker
October 16, 2024
He was a great Spanish teacher who made sure to help any student who needed it! He was very funny and always had a new story to tell! He loved his wife and kids especially grandkids! He was the first teacher to really take the time to get to know me and help with the struggles i delt with! He was hard and stubborn but if you went up to him one and one and asked for help he would sit down and help! If you worried about failing he made sure to get you to pass! He was one of a kind! I am happy to know i got to have a great teacher like him and experience!
ellie kistner
October 15, 2024
He was my spanish teacher in the hardest months of my life, who has made a lasting impact on my life. My grandmother who raised me passed away in january, and Mr. Warner helped me tremendously through that time. I will never forget you Mr. Warner, thank you for making spanish so lively, and leaving an impression i will never forget about. At the end of last semester, we had a 45 minute talk where i cried to him and shared with him all my struggles. He gave me a hug and told me he wants to help me in any way he could, he told me he cared about me like family, as he does with all his students. I am so saddened by this news, rest in peace Mr. Warner
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